[SOLVED] New PC & New SSD transfer

[Alex4408]

Hello, this may seem like a very basic question but I need some help on how to transfer my old storage data (personal files, apps and settings) on my old 2.5'' SSD (+HDD which includes personal files) to my new M.2 1 TB SSD, then I'll reset the old PC for selling. Windows 10 on both pc's.

Is there any fast way to have my personal files/documents, apps & programs ready on the new M.2 drive after installing windows 10 on the new PC? mostly. Essentially just picking up where I left off but on the new PC SSD.

Yes I could use an external hard drive for example but I don't know which files I should/shouldn't transfer over. All of them?

My old motherboard (AB350M Pro4) supports the new M.2 and won't disable sata ports etc.
New motherboard - MSI B450 Tomahawk MAX

There is more than enough storage on the new drive.

Thanks and any advice is much appreciated

 

[popatim]

Not really. Apps write files in hidden directories and entries into the registry.

Games that use launchers, like Steam & Origin, and a few handful of apps are the only exception. The games library can be moved and then after you re-install the launcher you can often simply add the location of this moved library to the launchers library list. A safer way is to leave the old drive attached and let the launcher app move the games. Steam has this function built in, I haven't used origin in years. When don't you can powerdown and disconnect the old drive.

 

[Alex4408]

great thank you - cleared a lot up.