How Do I Upgrade My Hard Drive Without Losing Data?
My HP laptop recently ran out of storage space, therefore I intend to replace the hard drive with a 1TB SSD. However, I must save all data saved on it because I spent a long time developing the present operating system. Do you have any suggestions for upgrading my hard drive without losing data?
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Larissa· Answered on Dec 22, 2023
To upgrade your hard drive without losing data, you can follow these steps:
Step 1. Backup your data
Before making any hardware changes, make a backup of all of your vital files and data. You can utilize an external hard drive, cloud storage services, or dependable backup software such as EaseUS Todo Backup.
Step 2. Choose a new hard drive
Choose a new hard drive with a greater capacity or higher performance that meets your needs. Check to see if it is compatible with your computer/laptop.
Step 3. Download hard drive cloning software
EaseUS Disk Copy is a dependable disk cloning program that enables you to move data from one hard drive to another without losing any data. It simplifies and expedites the upgrade procedure, and can also be used to upgrade C drive.
Step 4. Clone hard drive with EaseUS Disk Copy
- Install and launch EaseUS Disk Copy on your computer, and select the “Disk Mode”.
- Select the source disk (the old hard drive) and click "Next."
- Select the destination disk (the new hard drive) and click "Next."
- Preview the disk layout and click "Proceed" to start the disk cloning process.
Step 5. Install the new hard drive
When the cloning is finished, turn off your computer and physically replace the old hard drive with the new one. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for correctly installing the new hard drive.
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