Question Disk Management Showing A SSD That Isn't There? (Windows)

[USAFRet]

I'm on Win 11 now which is as fast as molasses...would you recommend putting the OS on the Kingston or Samsung SSD's?

Yes. On the 960.

Given that your current C drive, the 1TB HDD, is mostly empty, I'd suggest just a new OS reinstall on the Samsung.

We can walk through suggested procedures if you want.

 

[GeneralT001]

If its just a simple reinstall using the Win 10 USB then I guess I'm okay to do that. Is there a better way to do a fresh install than just following all the window prompts?

 

[GeneralT001]

Btw, you've been a tremendous help. Truly appreciated.

 

[USAFRet]

If its just a simple reinstall using the Win 10 USB then I guess I'm okay to do that. Is there a better way to do a fresh install than just following all the window prompts?

Assuming your Win 11 is fully activated, no need to go to WIn 10 first.

How To - Windows 11 clean install tutorial

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Create your Win 11 USB to install with.
Physically disconnect your HDD and Kingston SSD.

Boot from the USB, and proceed with te install.
Deleting ALL existing partitions on the Samsung as you go.
It will then create what it needs.
Off you go.

 

[GeneralT001]

Many blessings. I will do this and see what happens

All the best.

 

[USAFRet]

Many blessings. I will do this and see what happens

All the best.

Good luck.
Let us know how it turns out.