Forum Discussion
How can I transfer or migrate windows to new ssd for Win11/10
How to Migrate Windows to New SSD Using Windows System Image Backup:
Step 1: Prepare Your Hardware
Connect your new SSD to your PC.
Ensure it's recognized in Disk Management and has sufficient space.
Step 2: Create a System Image Backup
Open Control Panel.
Navigate to System and Security > Backup and Restore (Windows 7).
Click on Create a system image on the left panel.
Select the destination for the backup:
An external hard drive is recommended.
You can also save it to a network location.
Follow the prompts to create the backup.
Step 3: Create a Recovery Drive
In Control Panel, go to Recovery > Create a recovery drive.
Follow the prompts to create a bootable recovery USB.
Step 4: Boot from Windows Recovery Environment
Insert the recovery drive or Windows installation media.
Restart your PC and boot from this media.
Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > System Image Recovery.
Step 5: Restore the System Image to the New SSD
Connect your external backup drive if used.
Follow the prompts to select the latest system image.
Choose the new SSD as the target disk and migrate Windows to new SSD.
Confirm and start the restore process.
Step 6: Boot from the New SSD
After the restore completes, remove the recovery media.
Restart your PC.
It should boot into Windows installed on the new SSD.