Can Windows 10 be installed on a portable USB hard disk?


  1. mohab
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    Can Windows 10 be installed on a portable USB hard disk?


    I couldn't find anywhere else to post this question.

    Why would you want to install W10 on a portable usb hard diskj you may ask?

    Simply because I don't want to ruin my current W7 desktop installation+software configuration

    and I would liker to try W10.
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  3. derekimo
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    Win 10 Pro x64
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    This might be what you are looking for,

    Portable OS - Carry your OS on an External Drive
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  4. mohab
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    derekimo, thanks for the quick answer. I have looked at the link you posted, according to this screenshot: https://www.sevenforums.com/attachmen...01-28_2203.png

    I can only run Windows 8, Zorin or Zorin for stick but not W10
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  6. AddRAM
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    Windows 10 Pro x64
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    Just try 10 in a VM :)

    or get another drive for it.
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  7. derekimo
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    mohab said:
    derekimo, thanks for the quick answer. I have looked at the link you posted, according to this screenshot: https://www.sevenforums.com/attachmen...01-28_2203.png

    I can only run Windows 8, Zorin or Zorin for stick but not W10
    Windows 10 wasn't even available when that was written, I'm sure it would be the same as windows 8 on that setup.
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  8. ThrashZone
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    Hi,
    Yep in cases like this I love this device :)
    Works with 2.5 7200rpm hdd's as well dual boot the safe way
    Amazon.com: Vantec 2.5-Inch Dual Bay Trayless SATA III - 6G Mobile Rack (MRK-225S6-BK): Computers & Accessories
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