Write down Windows license Key: After Windows 10 installation, you have to activate Windows 10 to unlock the advanced features. After that, ensure that the SSD is properly connected to your computer with the relevant cables/wire plugged in.Ĭopy HDD Files to USB: Move the important files on current HDD to USB drive so you can copy them to new SSD after installation, including documents, music, videos, ebooks, program installation files. For newer devices, NVMe SSD is more suitable nad has better reading/writing speed. For old ones, mSata SSD is the best choice. SSD compatibility Check: The first thing is to check if the data port on motherboard is compatible with SSD or not. Part 5: Start Installing Windows 10 on New SSD.