How to Clone Hard Drive to Samsung SSD | 2024 Guide

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Updated on April 22, 2024

How do you perform the HDD to Samsung SSD cloning process on your own? Read through the entire procedure here, and you'll learn how to do it by following this tutorial article:

Important: The tutorial provided here is applicable to assist all Windows users in easily migrating their OS and data disk to a Samsung SSD. Please carefully follow the instructions below. Additionally, feel free to share this page to help more of your friends upgrade their hard drive to a Samsung SSD online:

#1. Preparations Before Samsung SSD Cloning

Before we proceed with the cloning, there are some preparations to be made. Let's check them first.

< strong > 1. Get a Samsung SSD with a Larger Storage Capacity Than the Source Disk: < /strong > To ensure your cloning process goes correctly, we recommend you buy a Samsung SSD that is larger than or equal in size to the source hard drive.

< strong >2. Backup Data on the Target Samsung SSD (Optional):< /strong >Note that cloning a disk will erase all data on the target Samsung SSD disk, and you won't be able to recover it. So, if you have any important files stored on the Samsung drive, please back them up first using < a href="/backup-software/tb-free.html" >backup software< /a >or a manual method.

3. Connect the Samsung SSD to the Computer and Initialize It:

Here are the translations for the provided text:
• If your SSD is a new drive, connect the SSD to the computer via a USB port.
• Next, you need to initialize the SSD: open Disk Management.
• Right-click on the hard disk you wish to initialize and select "Initialize Disk."
• Ensure the SSD has the same partition style as the source hard drive, either MBR or GPT.

Ready to clone the hard drive to your Samsung hard disk? Choose one of the following 2 methods in the next section.

Here are the translations for the given language snippets into English:
1. #1 - Using Tools Partition Master - For beginners/non-technical users
2. #2 - Samsung Data Migration - For Samsung enthusiasts

#2. Guide to Clone Hard Drive to Samsung SSD Translation: #2. Tutorial for Cloning Hard Drive to Samsung SSD

If you have the same need for disk cloning, fortunately, we've already found 2 solutions for you - using tools Partition Master and Samsung Data Migration. Choose one method based on your circumstances.

Tool 1: Using AOMEI Partition Assistant Translation: Tool 1: Utilizing AOMEI Partition Assistant

To ensure a seamless data cloning process, we recommend using a dependable disk cloning software like tools Partition Master for your attempt. Not just a hard drive cloning tool, this software allows you to partition your hard drive and manage volumes by extending, shrinking, merging, and splitting partitions. It also facilitates OS migration to HDD or SSD, space allocation, partition recovery, or even cloning a Samsung SSD to another SSD, and more.

Translate the process of cloning a disk to a Samsung SSD into English with 4 steps:

Step 1. Select the source disk.

1. Click "Clone" from the left-hand menu. Select "Clone OS Disk" or "Clone Data Disk" and click "Next". 2. Choose the source disk and click "Next".

Step 2. Select the target disk.

• Select the desired HDD/SSD as your destination and click "Next" to proceed.
• Read the warning message and confirm by clicking the "Yes" button.

Step 3. View the disk layout and edit the target disk partition size.

When the program warns you that it will erase all data on the target disk, click “Continue.” (If you have valuable data on the target drive, back it up first.)

Here, you can choose to "Autofit the disk," "Clone as the source," or "Edit disk layout" to customize your disk configuration. (Select the last option if you wish to allocate more space for the C drive.)

Step 4. Click "Start" to begin the disk cloning process.

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Tool 2: Via Samsung Data Migration

To transfer data from an old hard drive to a new one, Samsung Data Migration can swiftly migrate your operating system, applications, and user data from the old storage device to the new Samsung SSD.

步骤指南，使用Samsung Data Migration进行磁盘克隆：

Step 1. Download Samsung Data Migration from the official website, and then launch the program.

Step 2. Once the software launches, you can see the existing hard drive and the newly connected Samsung SSD.

As you can see, this tool will run only if the OS is installed on the source disk.

Step 3. Choose the new Samsung SSD as the destination for cloning.

Step 4. Click the Start button after selecting, and do not unplug the drive while cloning is in progress.

Although this software is user-friendly, Samsung Data Migration may occasionally get stuck at 0%, 99%, or 100%. Read the article to find solutions:

#3. Make the Cloned Samsung SSD Bootable

If you've cloned the OS disk to the new Samsung SSD, it's crucial to configure your computer to boot from the new drive. To set up the cloned Samsung SSD as the boot drive, follow these guidelines:

Step 1. Click the Power button to restart your computer. Press the Del/F2/F10 key to enter BIOS.

Step 2. Navigate to the Boot menu and change the boot order. Then select the cloned SSD as the boot drive.

Press F10 to save & exit and restart your computer. Then your computer will boot from the new SSD.

Once that's done, you can reboot your PC, and you'll see it booting into Windows from the new Samsung SSD. Now, you can enjoy gaming, video playback, and working on your PC with a faster SSD.

How to Clone Hard Drive to Samsung SSD

Why is it important to clone a hard drive to a Samsung SSD? Many users attempt to clone their source disk to a target Samsung SSD for the following reasons:

• Boost Drive Performance - Upgrade from HDD to popular SSD.
• Increase Storage Capacity - Upgrade smaller SSD to a larger SSD.
• Old hard drive failure - Replace the failing hard drive.

Furthermore, according to the latest hard drive stats report provided by the tool, Samsung is the second most popular SSD brand. Here are the four most popular models in the market:

• Samsung SSD 980 PRO 1TB,
• Samsung SSD 860 EVO 500GB
• Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 1TB
• Samsung SSD 980 PRO 2TB
These are actually model names of Samsung solid-state drives (SSDs) and not languages, but they are in English already.

Extended: Can Samsung Magician Clone Hard Drive to SSD?

Can Samsung Magician clone a hard drive? No, it cannot.

If you search for how to clone Samsung SSD on Google, the search result will relate to using Samsung Magician, but unfortunately, it is a false lead. Samsung Magician offers features such as drive details, disk performance testing, monitoring SSD temperatures, and diagnostic scans, but it does not currently have a CLONE feature. This software has a user interface similar to Samsung Data Migration.

Moreover, this utility works only with Samsung SSDs. It doesn't support other brands of HDDs or external hard drives.

Here's the translation of the text in the image: Samsung Data Magician Function -------------------------------- Maximize the performance and endurance of your Samsung SSD with Samsung Data Magician. It offers various functions to help you manage your drive, including firmware updates, benchmark tests, drive information, and more. 1. **Firmware Update** Keep your SSD's firmware up to date for optimal performance and stability. 2. **Performance Benchmark** Measure your drive's read and write speeds to ensure it's performing at its best. 3. **Drive Information** View detailed information about your SSD, such as capacity, model number, and firmware version. 4. **Secure Erase** Permanently erase all data on your SSD, providing a fresh start for your storage. 5. **Over Provisioning** Increase the lifespan of your SSD by allocating extra space for error correction and garbage collection. 6. **OS Optimization** Optimize your operating system settings for better compatibility and performance with your Samsung SSD. 7. **Backup & Restore** Safely backup and restore your SSD's data, ensuring the security of your files. 8. **Health Status** Monitor the health status of your SSD and receive notifications for potential issues. 9. **Drive Alignment** Ensure proper alignment of partitions for optimal SSD performance. 10. **Data Migration** Effortlessly migrate your existing data and OS to your new Samsung SSD without reinstalling. Remember to always backup important data before performing any firmware updates or secure erasing.

Return to using the Tools Partition Master or the Samsung Data Migration.

Final Thoughts

Hard drive clones can be rectified using two software tools: Partition Master and Samsung Data Migration. The latter software is exclusive to Samsung devices, hence we recommend Partition Master for broader usage, as it offers more useful features to enhance drive performance.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cloning HDD to Samsung SSD

Here are some popular topics about cloning a disk to a Samsung SSD. If you're interested, feel free to explore the answers here:

< strong >1. Does Samsung have disk cloning software? < /strong >

Yes, Samsung offers a free disk cloning software called Samsung Data Migration. This tool was initially developed for transferring OS disks to new Samsung SSDs. Hence, if your new destination drive is a Samsung SSD, this utility can help you migrate the contents of your disk to the new drive.

However, if your target disk is with other brands or it's not an SSD, you'll need to turn to other disk cloning software for help. Among these tools, tools Partition Master with its Clone feature stands out to help.

2. Is Samsung's migration software free? Samsung's migration software, typically referred to as "Smart Switch," is generally available for free. It allows users to transfer data from their old device to a new Samsung smartphone or tablet. You can download the Smart Switch application from the Samsung website or Google Play Store (for Android devices) or the App Store (for iOS devices) without any cost. However, always ensure that you're downloading from an official source to avoid potential malware or scams.

Yes, Samsung Data Migration is a free tool for users to transfer disk contents to a new Samsung SSD.

3. Is Samsung Magician good for cloning?

No, not at all. Samsung Magician is not a cloning tool or data migration software. It is a disk benchmarking and performance monitoring software specifically designed for Samsung solid-state drives (SSDs). This tool is primarily used for testing drive temperatures, speed, analyzing storage capacity, and optimizing the performance of Samsung SSDs. It does not support cloning or data migration between drives.