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This is my drive status on DiskGenius.
I am currently using Windows 11, which is installed on my SSD. I have a separate HDD with an empty partition (Drive H:), and I would like to install Ubuntu on that HDD to set up a dual boot system with Windows 11.
My goal is:
Keep Windows 11 on the SSD
Install Ubuntu on the HDD (Drive H:)
Be able to choose the operating system at boot (dual boot)
I would like guidance on the correct installation steps to avoid overwriting Windows or the SSD bootloader.
Some specific questions:
During Ubuntu installation, which installation type should I choose?
Should I manually create partitions on Drive H: before installing?
Where should I install the GRUB bootloader — on the SSD or the HDD?
Is there any risk that Ubuntu installation will overwrite the Windows bootloader?
I would appreciate step-by-step guidance to safely install Ubuntu on the HDD while keeping Windows 11 intact.
Thank you.