moving system hard drive to new box

[Darryl Clarke]

On 12/15/05, David <david at kenpro.com.au> wrote:
> Forgive me if this question has been answered elsewhere.
>
> I need a faster processor, but I've spent lots of effort setting up my
> current Ubuntu as I like it.
>
> Is it possible to install my existing hard drive into a new box and make
> it boot nicely?

Yes.  Typically this works without any issues (assuming all your new
hardware is actually supported)

My only recommendation is to make sure your drive is in the same
position on the controller as it is in your current box.  example; if
it's /dev/hda (primary master) keep it that way.

That avoids any crazy configuration problems with the bootloader itself.

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