You Asked: Can I Install Linux on a Second Hard Drive?
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Yes, Once Linux is installed on the other drive at boot up Grub bootloader will give you the option of Windows or Linux, Its basically a dual boot.

How do I install Ubuntu on a second hard drive?

Dual boot Ubuntu and Windows on a system with SSD and HDD

  1. Prerequisite. …
  2. Step 1: Make backup of your data. …
  3. Step 2: Make disk partition for Ubuntu installation. …
  4. Step 3: Download Ubuntu. …
  5. Step 4: Create bootable Ubuntu USB. …
  6. Step 5: Boot from the live USB. …
  7. Step 6: Installing Ubuntu Linux.

How do I install Linux on a new hard drive?

How to Install Linux from USB

  1. Insert a bootable Linux USB drive.
  2. Click the start menu. …
  3. Then hold down the SHIFT key while clicking Restart. …
  4. Then select Use a Device.
  5. Find your device in the list. …
  6. Your computer will now boot Linux. …
  7. Select Install Linux. …
  8. Go through the installation process.
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