SSD dead - install OS on remaining HDD without deleting everything?


  1. Hauksort
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    SSD dead - install OS on remaining HDD without deleting everything?


    Hey!
    My SSD died earlier today, and I'm left trying to figure out what to do with my computer now that it doesn't have an OS. Is there an easy way to install preferably Windows 7 on my remaining HDD without deleting everything on it?
    Sorry if this question seems like a stupid one, but I don't have enough knowledge about the installation of OS's.

    Thanks in advance!

    Edit; I got the SSD working again by baking it in the oven for 8 minutes at 385F.
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  3. dalchina
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    Hi, provided you make sufficient unallocated space on your HDD using e.g. the boot disk for a partition manager such as Minitools Partition Wizard boot CD (free), you should then be able to install Windows.

    (Congratulations on your SSD -nice recipe- I prefer making cakes or casseroles in the oven...)
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  4. Hauksort
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    Yeah I definitely prefer cakes over SSD's, they smell a lot better out of the oven haha

    Thank you for the tip though, I'll bookmark their website!
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  6. Steve C
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    Hauksort said:
    Hey!
    My SSD died earlier today, and I'm left trying to figure out what to do with my computer now that it doesn't have an OS. Is there an easy way to install preferably Windows 7 on my remaining HDD without deleting everything on it?
    Sorry if this question seems like a stupid one, but I don't have enough knowledge about the installation of OS's.

    Thanks in advance!

    Edit; I got the SSD working again by baking it in the oven for 8 minutes at 385F.
    Why does cooking your SSD repair it?
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  7. dalchina
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    Reviving a dead SSD : techsupportmacgyver

    depends on type of failure.. and of course it now comes with a 6 month guarantee....

    Question is, would you rely on it?

    Remember hard disks and freezers? Now, can I find a use for my microwave...
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  8. CountMike
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    dalchina said:
    Reviving a dead SSD : techsupportmacgyver

    Now, can I find a use for my microwave...
    You can charge your iPhone with it or drill a hole for earphones !
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