+-------------------------------------------------------+ | Where do you want to install Windows? | +-------------------------------------------------------+ | Name Total Size Free Space | | Drive 0 Unallocated Space 931.5 GB 931.5 GB | | | +-------------------------------------------------------+ | [Refresh] [Delete] [Format] [New] [Load Driver] | +-------------------------------------------------------+ Scenario A: Brand New Hard Drive
Set up a PIN code, fingerprint, or facial recognition login.
Review the toggles for location tracking, diagnostic data, and personalized ads. Turn off options you do not want, then click Accept . install windows on hard drive
4 GB minimum for Windows 11 (2 GB for Windows 10 64-bit).
Select your language, time format, and keyboard input method, then click . Click the central Install Now button. Turn off options you do not want, then click Accept
Open the bottom panel, remove the old drive bracket, mount the new hard drive into the bracket, slide it firmly into the interface slot, and secure the screws. 4. Boot from the USB Drive via BIOS/UEFI
Select each existing partition on the target drive one by one. Click the central Install Now button
+-------------------------------------------------------+ | Windows Setup | +-------------------------------------------------------+ | | | Language to install: [ English (United States) ] v | | Time & currency: [ English (United States) ] v | | Keyboard or input: [ US ] v | | | | [ Next ] | +-------------------------------------------------------+
UEFI, Secure Boot capable (required for Windows 11).
If you have a dedicated graphics card, download the latest drivers directly from the official website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) to unlock full resolution and gaming performance.
Back up all important data from the hard drive, as the installation process will likely involve wiping the drive. 2. Create Installation Media