How to Fix EaseUS Disk Copy Stuck or Taking Too Long

Learn how to fix disk cloning stuck or taking too long when using EaseUS Disk Copy in this article.

Encounter EaseUS Disk Copy stuck or taking too long? How long does it take to clone a hard drive? Some users have reported they find problems like the cloning process freezes at a specific percentage, speed drops significantly, or the software shows no progress for hours, even with small-sized disks.

Don't worry. In this article, we will discuss the common causes of this problem and how to fix it effectively.

Solution 1: Check and Repair the Source Disk

Before cloning, it's essential to ensure that the source disk is in good health. If the disk has bad sectors or file system errors, the cloning process may repeatedly try to read those areas, causing delays or freezes

🚩Steps to check the source disk health:

Step 1. Press the Win + R keys to open the Run box, type cmd in the field, and press Enter to continue.

Step 2. Type the chkdsk g: /f /r /x command in the window and press Enter to detect and repair disk errors. (Replace g with the drive letter of the hard drive you want to check, such as C: or D:).

• /f: Automatically fixes disk errors.
• /r: Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

Step 3. When the process is finished, you can see information such as file size, disk space parameters, and bad sector numbers.

Solution 2: Reduce Disk Usage

Frequent read/write operations can significantly reduce speed during the cloning process. Running multiple programs during cloning can consume CPU and RAM, leading to delays. Minimizing disk usage is crucial for efficient cloning.

🚩Check recommended actions to reduce disk usage:

1️⃣Stop unnecessary programs.

Close all background applications, especially those that frequently read/write to the disk, such as download managers, antivirus software, and cloud sync tools.

2️⃣Use the WinPE Environment.

To minimize system interference and file occupation, perform cloning within the WinPE (Windows Preinstallation Environment).

Solution 3: Clean and Optimize the Disk

Cleaning the disk before cloning reduces the data size and avoids file errors that might affect the cloning process.

Part 1. Free up your disk space

Step 1. Open This PC, right-click the drive, and select Properties.

Step 2. Click Disk Cleanup. When the process finishes, remove temporary files and Recycle Bin contents.

Part 2. Defragment Disk (for HDD)

Step 1. Click the Search bar on the taskbar and enter defrag.

Step 2. Open Defragment and Optimize Drives from the list of results.

Step 3. Select the hard drive you want to defrag. You can select Analyze to see if your HDD needs optimization or select Optimize to run optimization instantly.

Part 3. Fix file system errors

Step 1. Press the Win + R keys to open the Run box, type cmd in the field, and press Enter to continue.

Step 2. Type the sfc /scannow command in the window and press Enter to check and repair system files. This will scan and fix corrupted system files, preventing errors during cloning.

Solution 4: Change Interface or Device

The connection method significantly impacts cloning speed. Cloning over a USB 2.0 port or with a faulty cable can make the process extremely slow.

✅USB 3.0 or Higher:

Use a USB 3.0 interface when cloning to an external drive, as it is about 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Ensure the device and cable support USB 3.0 (usually marked in blue).

✅SATA Direct Connection:

Connect the target disk via SATA instead of an external USB enclosure for faster and more stable data transfer.

✅High-Quality Cables:

Avoid using old or low-quality cables, which can cause disconnections or slow speeds during data transfer.

Solution 5: Choose the Appropriate Cloning Mode

EaseUS Disk Copy offers multiple cloning modes. Choosing the correct one can help avoid unnecessary time consumption.

• System Clone: copy only the operating system and boot information, skipping personal files and empty space. Suitable for system migration.
• Disk Clone: duplicate everything from the source disk, including the OS, installed apps, personal files, and more, to the target disk. Suitable for entire disk copy.
• Sector-by-Sector Clone (an option before clone): copy each sector, including empty and bad sectors, which is the slowest method. Suitable for detailed data preservation.

Solution 6: Update the Software Version

Using an outdated version of EaseUS Disk Copy might contain bugs or lack performance improvements.

If you are using an old version of EaseUS cloning software, download the latest version below or open EaseUS Disk Copy website or app to check the version.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why EaseUS Disk Copy stuck or takes too long during disk cloning, including source disk errors, target disk issues, improper software configuration, or system interference.

You can significantly improve cloning efficiency by following the recommended steps, such as repairing the disk, optimizing the environment, choosing the right cloning mode, and using updated software. If the problem continues, consider using alternative disk cloning software.