transfer windows 7 ultimate to new ssd without system disk

[trumpsta]

Would like to install a PNY XLR8 pro 120GB SSD, to my existing desktop as a dedicated OS drive. Running Windows 7 ultimate, 32bit on the desktop. I have the product key (on the sticker) for the OS, but I do not have the system disc as the OS was preloaded. How do I get the OS from the hdd and on to the new ssd without the disc? Is there a step by step available out there? Thanks in advance to the community for any help provided.

 

[qazzi]

try a migration software like http://www.paragon-software.com/technologies/components/migrate-OS-to-SSD/

 

[dingo07]

use one of these - http://disk-imaging-software-review.toptenreviews.com/

 

[masterdam17]

Use XCOPY!!
Windowskey + R
Type in CMD
Then type xcopy C:\ D:\ /s /e /i /h
Where C:\ is your source and D:\ your target

 

[dingo07]

Use XCOPY!!
Windowskey + R
Type in CMD
Then type xcopy C:\ D:\ /s /e /i /h
Where C:\ is your source and D:\ your target

That will not work because CMD is not running in an elevated state the way u mention - you need to search for command prompt and right-mouse click to run as administrator
BUT
it still isn't as comprehensive as one of the leading pieces of software mentioned in my previous post
AND
if I recall correctly it will not copy files in use by windows

 

[masterdam17]

Use XCOPY!!
Windowskey + R
Type in CMD
Then type xcopy C:\ D:\ /s /e /i /h
Where C:\ is your source and D:\ your target

That will not work because CMD is not running in an elevated state the way u mention - you need to search for command prompt and right-mouse click to run as administrator
BUT
it still isn't as comprehensive as one of the leading pieces of software mentioned in my previous post
AND
if I recall correctly it will not copy files in use by windows

ok

 

[Saga Lout]

A copy won't work - you definitely need to clone. Easus and Acronis are my preferences.

 

[aldan]

download your version of windows7 here.
http://www.w7forums.com/threads/official-windows-7-sp1-iso-image-downloads.12325/
then burn the iso to a dvd using imgburn.then install windows.