Win8 on SSD

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I've succumb to a new Win8 install on a new SSD :D

A mate needed Win7 I need more space so with a bit of swopping around i'm going for it this weekend.

I'm planning on OS and program files being installed on the SSD and any data held on the HDD. I was going to move the tmp/temp over to the HDD.
Do I need to move the pagefile, documents and settings over as well?
What else would i need to consider? The only proper app I really use is Lightroom 4.4, alongside the usual IE, iTunes etc
Or is it a case of what the heck hold it all on the SSD these things last for years just take a backup?
Any hints and tips?
 
Leave pagefile on SSD, change it's size however if you want to restrict it a little.
I would leave tmp/temp on the SSD as well and just clean it out when needed.
I redirect Documents and Settings to the HDD as it grows in size quite quickly, nice to not have to copy it every time you rebuild also.

Everything else is done for you as part of the Windows 8 Install. Make sure SATA mode is set to AHCI in the BIOS and you have the correct controller drivers to install after.
 
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