Cloning HDD to SSD Using AOMEI
Upgrading from a hard disk drive (HDD) to a solid-state drive (SSD) can give your computer a huge performance boost. Cloning your HDD to SSD is one of the easiest ways to upgrade to a new drive, and AOMEI Backupper is the perfect tool to help you do this. In this guide, we’ll show you how to clone HDD to SSD using AOMEI Backupper.
What is AOMEI Backupper?
AOMEI Backupper is a free backup and cloning software that helps you clone your old HDD to a new SSD. It’s easy to use, and you can transfer all of your data, including Windows operating system and applications, to your new SSD quickly and easily.
What You Need to Clone HDD to SSD Using AOMEI Backupper
Before you start cloning your HDD to SSD using AOMEI Backupper, there are a few things you’ll need. First, you’ll need a new SSD that’s at least as large as your old HDD. You’ll also need a USB drive or external hard drive that’s at least as large as your HDD’s used space. Finally, you’ll need a computer with a working internet connection.
How to Clone HDD to SSD Using AOMEI Backupper
Step 1: Download and Install AOMEI Backupper
The first step to cloning your HDD to SSD using AOMEI Backupper is to download and install the software. You can download the software from the AOMEI website. Once you’ve downloaded the software, double-click the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install AOMEI Backupper.
Step 2: Create a Backup
Once you’ve installed AOMEI Backupper, the next step is to create a backup of your data. To do this, launch the software and select the “Backup” tab. On the next screen, select “System Backup”. This will create a full backup of your system, including your operating system, applications, and data. Select the destination for the backup, then click “Start Backup”.
Step 3: Prepare Your SSD
Once you’ve created a backup, you can prepare your SSD for cloning. To do this, connect the SSD to your computer and launch AOMEI Backupper. On the main screen, select the “Clone” tab and then select “Disk Clone”. On the next screen, select your HDD as the source disk and your SSD as the destination disk. Finally, click “Start Clone” to begin the cloning process.
Step 4: Restore Your Backup
Once the cloning process is complete, you can restore your backup on your new SSD. To do this, launch AOMEI Backupper and select the “Restore” tab. On the next screen, select the “System Backup” option and select the backup you created in step 2. Select the destination disk (your new SSD) and click “Start Restore”. This will restore your backup onto your new SSD, and you’ll be ready to use your new drive.
Conclusion
Cloning your HDD to SSD using AOMEI Backupper is a quick and easy way to upgrade your computer. The process is simple, and you don’t need any additional hardware or software. Just follow the steps outlined in this guide, and you’ll have your new SSD up and running in no time.