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How to Install Software to an External Hard Drive

August 11, 2020 by Nitin Maheta

Today, thanks to online social mingling and advanced technology, almost all our work is on our computer or laptop. We are too dependent on them as they make our jobs so much easier. However, having to do so many things on our devices can burden our device a lot, especially when it comes to storage. When a machine has too many things such as files and data stored in it, it starts running out of space, which causes it to slow down. Now, this, we all know, is a common problem. But what is the solution? Well, it is easy. What you can do is you can get yourself an external hard drive.

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External hard drives will not just store all your important files and software, but will also help share the memory and space burden of your PC or laptop. However, to use the hard drive properly, you must first learn how to get your software installed in the external hardware. However, keep in mind that software installed in the external hard drives may not always be portable as some of their files get installed on the main PC as well. This especially happens for complex programs. Simple programs, however, could be transferable. Then without further ado, let us get into the process of installing software on an external hard drive.

Contents

  • Step 1
  • Step 2
  • Step 3
  • Step 4
  • Step 5

Step 1

The first step would require you to connect your external hard disk to your PC or Laptop. To that, you may link the two devices via the USB connection. Once you have secured the connection, turn the external hard drive on.


Step 2

The next step would require you to start with the installation process of your desired software. For this, you may begin the process and follow through the steps correctly.


Step 3

While through the installation process, you will be asked to select a destination drive where the software will be installed. When prompted to choose, choose the drive that matches the external hard drive.


Step 4

Once you have selected the drive, carry on with the installation process. Once the installation is done, you will find that the software has placed itself in the external hard drive without any trouble. With that done, you would have successfully completed installing your software on your external hard drive.


Step 5

Now that you have completed the installation process, you may go ahead and run your programs. However, make sure about one thing; do not ever unplug the external hard disk while the programs installed in it are still running. If you do unplug, it may cause numerous errors and also cause your PC or laptop to hang.


With that, we now have shown you the easiest and fastest method to get any software installed on your external hard disk without any hassle. Installing programs on your hard disk is always a wise choice, because, as mentioned above, it helps your PC to remain memory-free. As long as your PC has less memory and enough space, it will run smoothly without any glitches.

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