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April 21st, 2021 16:00
Upgrade to ssd and reinstall Windows 7 pro in vostro 3250...
I'd like to replace the original hard disk in my vostro 3250 with a ssd disk.
I've already figured out what ssd disk I want and how to mount it, but I dont know how to install the original Windows 7 pro that came with the old mechanical disk.
Would you please help me?
Thank you.
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redxps630
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April 21st, 2021 17:00
This is how 3250 3.5” hdd is mounted.
This relatively expensive 2.5 to 3.5 hard drive converter enclosure has the same dimensions as a standard 3.5" hard drive, including mounting points, and SATA connector locations.
another way is to install new 2.5 ssd in optical drive enclosure by using a caddy adapter which replaces original optical drive.
You can do a fresh clean install of Win 7 on new ssd using a Win 7 installation dvd or usb and activate it if you have COA key, or you can clone the old 3.5 mechanical hdd to new 2.5 ssd.
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April 22nd, 2021 14:00
Thank you, I have a Windows 10 disk, that came with the Vostro, I am going to try to install it on the new ssd