When the computer restarts, if it boots back into the installation process, remove the USB drive immediately to force the computer to boot from the new hard drive.

Installing Windows on a second hard drive is a strategic way to improve performance, test new versions of Windows, or create a secure dual-boot system without risking your primary data. Whether you are adding a lightning-fast SSD or repurposing an older HDD, the process is straightforward if you follow the right steps. Why Install Windows on a Second Drive?

You will now see a list of drives and partitions.

: Once the second installation is stable, reconnect your primary drive. YouTube +10 Benefits and Risks Feature Details System Isolation Keeps work and personal environments or different OS versions (Windows 10 vs. 11) completely separate. Data Safety If one OS fails or is infected with a virus, data on the other drive remains physically separate and often accessible. Performance Spreading the OS and file storage across two drives can improve read/write speeds by reducing single-drive bottlenecking. Common Risk Bootloader Dependency