How do I configure my new SSD to work with my iMac?

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OK, it's not an SSD, it's an SSHD (love a set of initials) specifically it is a standard 4TB rotating drive with 8GB of SSD memory attached. Treat it just like any other drive because that is how it appears.
"After doing some reading on the internet last night, it seemed like most people said what you're saying that the disks was the preferred method. My concern is that I won't have my disks for another few weeks. Do most people prefer not to clone in order to shed some of the unwanted programs and "stuff"?"
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