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The tag 'spare drive' on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about installing Windows on a secondary or test hard drive. In one thread, a user describes loading Windows 10 build 10240 onto a spare 500 GB drive, noting installation took a long time and required multiple attempts from a USB stick. The user also mentions interface changes like the absence of swipe gestures, the new Microsoft Edge browser replacing Internet Explorer, and the need to search for Control Panel via File Explorer. The thread reflects typical experiences of testing a new Windows version on a spare drive before committing to a primary installation, including troubleshooting installation media and adapting to UI changes.
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    Windows 10 loaded w10 10240

    Loaded it on my spare 500gb HD, took ages & had to do it twice from the 7gb usb stick. The swiping to the right does not work. Any other way to get whatever is in there? Do you think Classic Shell will work onw10? The dropdown menu from the Start Button seems fully active. Cntrl. panel I had...
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    • 500gb hdd bugs control panel file explorer installation installation media internet explorer microsoft edge navigation os features shell software issues spare drive start menu support upgrade usb user experience windows 10
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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