PC Windows 10 Migration to NVMe Drive on Mac 5,1
When it comes to migrating a PC Windows 10 installation to an NVMe drive on a Mac 5,1, there are various considerations to keep in mind. One individual seeking guidance on this process shared their experiences and experiments in an effort to find the best approach.
- First, they attempted to clone an existing Windows 10/Bootcamp SSD to the NVMe drive using Samsung Magician data transfer. However, the process stalled at the transfer stage, indicating that this method may not be as straightforward as initially thought.
- Next, they installed the NVMe drive in a PC and successfully cloned the HDD to the NVMe drive using Samsung Magician data transfer. This step proved to be effective in transferring the data.
- After moving the NVMe drive back to the Mac and option-booting, the individual noticed that the Windows 10/Bootcamp SSD appeared as “Windows” while the NVMe drive, now with the cloned PC data, showed as “EFI Boot.” Despite some initial issues with functionality, such as non-working speakers, installing Bootcamp drivers resolved these issues.
However, the individual was left puzzled by the discrepancy in how the drives were labeled (“Windows” vs. “EFI Boot”) and questioned whether the “EFI Boot” designation could potentially impact the NVRAM on the Mac.
Ultimately, the individual is seeking advice on the best and correct sequence to migrate a PC to a bootable NVMe drive on a Mac 5,1. Fortunately, they are prepared to start over if necessary to ensure a successful migration process.
