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Question

windows OS Installed HDD serial number

Mar 8, 2018 1:39AM PST

I have two HDD of same make installed, say HDD1 and HDD2.
OS is installed in HDD 1. How to make sure OS is installed in HDD1 using windows command prompt or WMI query?

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(NT) Look in Device Manager or Drive Manager
Mar 8, 2018 5:33AM PST
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I continue to use the old ways.
Mar 8, 2018 7:58AM PST

I unplug the drive I don't want the OS installed to and then install the OS. Since the other HDD is unplugged, Windows can not install there. Old, simple and reliable method. May be too old for new IT staffers.