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Installing a different version of Windows to 2 different drives
I have recently purchased a brand new DELL Inspiron 15 (5559) laptop with Windows 10 prenstalled on the computer. I still haven’t powered on this computer.
I also have a windows 7 ultimate 64 bit (Service pack 1) retail CD and a brand new Samsung SSD that I’ve purchased recently.
I would like to keep the old HDD with preinstalled Windows 10 and to install Windows 7 to the new SSD. Can I just replace the original HDD with the brand new never used SSD and clean install the Windows 7. The reason I ask this is because I would like to keep the original HDD with Windows 10 preinstalled in case I’ll change my mind later and want to use that one.
In other words can I have 2 different HDD with 2 different Windows OS that could be swapped in a single laptop if needed?
All required drivers are available for download on the Dell web site because as this PC comes with Windows 7, 8.1 and 10 (64 bit).
Thank you for your help!