Let's take a quick look at a step-by-step guide detailing how to turn an SSD into a boot drive for your new or existing computer.

After that, it is easy to copy the boot files to the USB drive and you are ready to go. This would be a great use for an old SSD if you pair it with a USB adapter.

Step 1: Connect the Windows 10 bootable USB to the Surface Pro 3 tablet and switch it off. To boot via USB flash drive, press and hold volume down button, then press and release the power button.

If you're having issues whereby the Cloned SSD or HDD won't boot Windows 11/10 on your computer, then these fixes are sure to help you.

Learn how to boot Windows directly from a USB drive with this step-by-step guide. Perfect for troubleshooting or running Windows on the go.

If you are wondering how long does it take to install Windows 10 or Windows 11 using a USB, then this post has all the answers for you.

Highlight your preferred CD or USB drive and press Enter. Alternatively, you can set your computer to always check for a bootable CD or USB drive and change the boot order.