How to copy the ArchWSL instance to different computer? #392
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I've installed the distribution thru the exe file. Is it just Thanks for the answer. |
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yuk7
Mar 26, 2025
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If you don't plan to use the .exe file anymore, then yes, you can simply use |
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If you don't plan to use the .exe file anymore, then yes, you can simply use
wsl --export
andwsl --import
.However, if you intend to keep using arch.exe, you can migrate the instance to a new computer using
arch.exe backup
andarch.exe install <filename>
.