Hello,
I got a new computer. The C Drive where the Operating System is stored is failing. Prior to this issue being discovered, I installed a 4TB HDD onto the computer and moved a bunch of files on to it.
I was sent another C Drive so I can replace the broken one. My questions are these:
1. What is the best way to install the new C Drive? Can I leave the 4TB HDD in the tower while I am installing the new C Drive with the Operating System on it?
2. Will the system recognize the 4TB HDD when the C Drive's OS has been installed if I leave the 4TB HDD connected?
3. Should I just disconnect the 4TB HDD first and leave it in the cage, and then install the new C Drive and boot up, and after Windows is installed, THEN shut down, reconnect the 4TB HDD, and then boot up again?
I'm just not sure what to do so I don't screw up anything at the BIOS level or anywhere else, so I would really appreciate detailed steps on what to do given my questions above:
Thank you very much.
I got a new computer. The C Drive where the Operating System is stored is failing. Prior to this issue being discovered, I installed a 4TB HDD onto the computer and moved a bunch of files on to it.
I was sent another C Drive so I can replace the broken one. My questions are these:
1. What is the best way to install the new C Drive? Can I leave the 4TB HDD in the tower while I am installing the new C Drive with the Operating System on it?
2. Will the system recognize the 4TB HDD when the C Drive's OS has been installed if I leave the 4TB HDD connected?
3. Should I just disconnect the 4TB HDD first and leave it in the cage, and then install the new C Drive and boot up, and after Windows is installed, THEN shut down, reconnect the 4TB HDD, and then boot up again?
I'm just not sure what to do so I don't screw up anything at the BIOS level or anywhere else, so I would really appreciate detailed steps on what to do given my questions above:
Thank you very much.