Migrating windows from old hdd to new ssd

robertfeakin

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May 7, 2012
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My existing build is starting to annoy me with its long boot up time and sluggish opening of programs, the system specs are

i5 3570k @ 4.0ghz
Gigabyte Z77-D3h
16gb 1600mhz Corsair Vengeance
R9 290 with eyefinity running on 3 monitors
Corsair RM 650

my current legit copy of windows is installed on a 5400rpm hdd, which i intend to keep for storage purposes. my question is, how do i transfer my windows to the SSD without a fresh install/ what options are open to me, i don't particularly wish to wipe the pc and id prefer a method that leaves my pc as similar as it is now without the need to start reinstalling programs left right and centre,

thanks.