How to install windows on the new SSD

I am planning to buy a SDD.
However, how can I use my Windows Product ID for installing a new system on the SSD;
Is there any recommendations for this situation. I want to keep all lenovo functions in the new SSD.
BTW, it is T420.
THX!
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hi.
did you make the Lenovo recovery dvd set from your original factory windows installation?
if so, then:
- simply swap out the platter drive for the new, blank ssd.
- make sure that your optical drive is listed first in your bios boot order.
- boot disk #1 of the recovery disk set and follow the prompts.
- in short order you'll have the ssd set up with "all lenovo functions" as you've described you wish.
- you won't need the Windows key from the sticker on the bottom of your machine.
if you didn't make the set, then it'll take more work. once you've installed Windows on the ssd, you'll need to get Thinkvantage System Update from the driver matrix here: http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/research/hints-or-tips/detail.page?&LegacyDocID=MIGR-77167 and install it. you'll be able to update hardware drivers and Thinkvantage apps from it. once you've completed that, you can double check the matrix to catch anything newer than offered by TVSU.
hth a bit.
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