What Software clones Internal SSD to External SSD?

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Hi all,

Samsung Data Migration does an exact clone of an existing internal drive to another 2nd internal drive. But not to an external SSD!
This means Windows Boot Manager boots the 2nd internal drive; and all programs and files are there!

What software allows me to do an exact clone of my laptop's internal SSD, to external SSD; and let Windows Boot Manager boot the external SSD?

 

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To create an exact clone of your laptop's internal SSD to an external SSD and ensure that Windows Boot Manager can boot from the external SSD, you can use reliable disk cloning and imaging software. Here are steps to achieve this using Macrium Reflect as an example: 1. Download Macrium Reflect: - Visit the Macrium Reflect website and download the free version of the software. 2. Connect the External SSD: - Plug in the external SSD to your laptop. 3. Open Macrium Reflect: - Launch Macrium Reflect to begin the cloning process. 4. Select Source and Destination: - Select the internal SSD as the source disk and the external SSD as the destination disk for the cloning process. 5. Clone the Disk: - Follow the on-screen instructions in Macrium Reflect to start the cloning process. Ensure you choose the option that includes the boot manager and all partitions. 6. Clone the Boot Partition: - During the cloning process, Macrium Reflect will copy the boot partition and system files necessary for booting from the external drive. 7. Change Boot Order in BIOS: - Once the cloning process is complete, restart your laptop and access the BIOS settings. Change the boot order to prioritize booting from the external SSD. 8. Boot from External SSD: - Save the BIOS settings, exit, and restart your laptop. It should now boot from the external SSD where the clone is stored. By using Macrium Reflect to create a bootable clone on an external SSD, you can ensure that Windows Boot Manager can boot from it successfully, providing you with an exact copy of your internal drive on an external device.