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The thread revolves around an Asus X58L laptop upgrade to an SSD, with the original poster encountering an error when trying to transfer Windows 7. A responder suggests formatting the SSD by booting from Windows installation media, but the original poster clarifies they cannot do this on their laptop as Windows isn't loading and considers formatting via their desktop instead. The discussion highlights uncertainty about proper SSD formatting procedures during OS transfer or installation.
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I have an Asus X58L laptop on which I am attempting to upgrade the mechanical HD to SSD. The SSD was originally in my desktop and is still loaded with Win. 7 professional. However, I keep getting an error message 0x0 and the program refuses to run. What I would like to do is remove everything from the SSD, but of course it is advised not to reformat it. Any advice appreciated. Thanks in advance.
 

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There's nothing wrong with formatting an SSD. Boot to your Windows install media, select the advanced option, delete the partitions and install.
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There's nothing wrong with formatting an SSD. Boot to your Windows install media, select the advanced option, delete the partitions and install.
 

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Neemobeer said:
There's nothing wrong with formatting an SSD. Boot to your Windows install media, select the advanced option, delete the partitions and install.
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Thanks for the reply, but I can't format it on the laptop, as Windows is not loading. Can I format it on my Desk top, which has a spare set of plugs for an extra drive? Edit. Sorry, I was confusing formatting with defragging. Just not sure how to go about formatting.
 

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