- Mar 30, 2015
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Hi,
I have a simple question. I'm currently building a second PC, but it's taking its time. I've a purchased a second Windows 8.1 license key for use on that machine when it's eventually built.
However, I wondered if it was possible to install a second Windows 8.1 on a completely separate ssd, but on my current computer. The reason I want to do this is because I want to install many of my programs from scratch on the new ssd/OS. I know I can copy everything over from the current ssd to the new one, but that would bring along all the problems the different programs have developed, which which can't be repaired by uninstalling and reinstalling. I know this because I've tried.
I'd prefer not to go through the hassle of doing a clean install of Windows on the current ssd if possible.
Appreciate any feedback!
Chris
PS, I should add that I have two licenses for the two Windows versions
I have a simple question. I'm currently building a second PC, but it's taking its time. I've a purchased a second Windows 8.1 license key for use on that machine when it's eventually built.
However, I wondered if it was possible to install a second Windows 8.1 on a completely separate ssd, but on my current computer. The reason I want to do this is because I want to install many of my programs from scratch on the new ssd/OS. I know I can copy everything over from the current ssd to the new one, but that would bring along all the problems the different programs have developed, which which can't be repaired by uninstalling and reinstalling. I know this because I've tried.
I'd prefer not to go through the hassle of doing a clean install of Windows on the current ssd if possible.
Appreciate any feedback!
Chris
PS, I should add that I have two licenses for the two Windows versions
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