User Manual

9. System Clone

System Clone a.k.a disk imaging is designed for cloning the entire hard drive (HDD) of your desktop or laptop to a

new Transcend solid state drive (SSD), including operating system (OS), programs and data. After the cloning

process is completed, simply swap the two drives and reboot your desktop or laptop. Windows OS will boot up

from the new SSD. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to clone OS from your current storage

device to your new Transcend SSD by using the Transcend System Clone application.

ATTENTION: Please read the instructions carefully before beginning System Clone.

Supported Operating Systems

 Microsoft Windows® 7 (32/64 bit)

 Microsoft Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64 bit)

 Microsoft Windows® 10 (32/64 bit)

Supported File Systems

 FAT16 / FAT32 / exFAT / NTFS

Hardware Requirements

 For desktop computers:

1. SATA or IDE port

2. Hard Disk Drive & Transcend Solid State Drive

3. SATA-to-SATA interface cable

4. SATA power adapter

5. 3.5-inch mounting bracket and screws

6. Phillips screwdriver

 For notebook computers:

1. USB 2.0/3.0 port

2. Hard Disk Drive & Transcend Solid State Drive

3. USB-to-SATA cable or adapter