Will my os change?

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

I want to change from an amd 6100 cpu, to an intel i5, or maybe i7. If i changed i know i would have to change my motherboard, but will i have to buy windows 8 again?

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

No, OEM version of windows 8 can be moved as long as its only activate on 1 system. While you may not have to buy it again its very likely it would need to be reinstalled.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

Thanks!
But would the OEM, only be activated on my motherboard, and as i am needing to change the motherboard, i would have to buy a new os?

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

Windows 8 OEM is no longer tied to the motherboard like previous oem versions of windows.

2x4b · Dec 22, 2013

No, you would not have to buy a new OS.
There is the possibility that you may have to re-install the OS to accommodate the motherboard change.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

So all i would need to do is replace the motherboard with and cpu, and everything would still be the same?

Tom Tancredi · Dec 22, 2013

bignastyid :

I am sorry your wrong. If the OP bought a OEM copy like buying a normal copy 'Off the Shelf" yes your right. BUT the 90% of people posting the questions are regular consumers whom bout a 'System off the shelf' (i.e. a Dell, Gateway, etc.). These OEM Windows versions are tied ONLY to the THAT model / maker computer (i.e. Drive inside a Dell XPS 1234 with Windows installed will ONLY boot once it determines the CPU, MObo, and BIOS are from Dell XPS 1234).

http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/A/1/6A1647EE-3FC7-47F2-9AFE-470AD5E5D856/OEMSoftwareLicensingRulesandRestrictions.pdf

License Transfers*
OEM Software may NOT be transferred to another machine. Even if the original laptop, PC or Server is no longer in use, or if the software is removed from the original hardware, OEM licenses are tied to the device on which the software is first installed.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

But if i changed by motherboard, would i need to buy a new windows key?

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

Tom Tancredi :

Thats is true of windows 7 and older . But the OEM system builder versions of windows 8 can be transferred.
"Windows 8 System Builder Product--Personal Use License

Can I transfer the software to another computer or user? You may transfer the software to another computer that belongs to you. You may also transfer the software (together with the license) to a computer owned by someone else if a) you are the first licensed user of the software and b) the new user agrees to the terms of this agreement. To make that transfer, you must transfer the original media, the certificate of authenticity, the product key and the proof of purchase directly to that other person, without retaining any copies of the software. You may use the backup copy we allow you to make or the media that the software came on to transfer the software. Anytime you transfer the software to a new computer, you must remove the software from the prior computer. You may not transfer the software to share licenses between computers. You may transfer Get Genuine Windows software, Pro Pack or Media Center Pack software only together with the licensed computer. "
http://personaluselicense.windows.com/en-US/default.aspx

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

So does that mean, if i change my motherboard, i will need to transfer my os?

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

You will probably have to reinstall the OS and reactivate.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

Okayy, do you know how i would reactivate it? Or mind linking me a way?

Tom Tancredi · Dec 22, 2013

bignastyid :

OKAY STOP. Please go back to what I said, the OP did not state they 'built' the original computer (i.e. bought 'off the shelf' the System Builder Product, nor Windows Home, nor Windows XYZ and installed it himself). The OP is indicating it came PRE-Installed, which is a OEM from Dell, Gateway, etc. that the 'old' computer was made by. That means the OEM Edition is not transferable, period.

PLEASE Let us not confuse the OP with a 'techie builder' answer and the normal 'grandma/average Joe Consumer' answer.

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

You'd use the product key that came with windows then activate over the internet.

2x4b · Dec 22, 2013

samuel26497 :

Windows will ask to activate itself. It will get quite testy if you don't. All you have to do is say 'yes' when it asks.
If for some reason you want to manually activate it, go to Control Panel -> System, and at the bottom is the section for Windows Activation. Click on the "Activate Windows" link. Note that if Windows is already activated, there won't be a link, it will just say 'Windows is activated.'

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

Tom Tancredi :

Im not seeing where the OP said it came with the system. I guess I assumed when he said "will i have to buy windows 8 again" that he bought it once already. I guess we should ask and get this cleared up.

Samuel, is the system you are upgrading a pre-built(dell, hp, etc) that came with windows 8 pre-installed?

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

Nope, its a custom built one i got from a website called pc.co.uk, where you choose the parts, and they build it for you. So does that mean it will be fine?

JOOK-D · Dec 22, 2013

samuel26497 :

Did it come with a sticker with the windows key on it? (usually on the back)

If so, it's probably OEM.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

Yeah when i still have the sticker on the side, and a cd inside a windows 8 box with the rest of the sticker on. When i first got my computer, i also had to activate windows, by using the code on the sticker. Does that mean i won't need to buy it again?

bignastyid · Dec 22, 2013

samuel26497 :

It sounds like its an OEM system builders version and can be transferred.

JOOK-D · Dec 22, 2013

If you gave use your motherboard model you wouldn't have to go through any of this, since you could just upgrade to an FX 8320/8350 if you do indeed have an AM3+ motherboard.

samuel26497 · Dec 22, 2013

Okay, sorry for being ignorant, but can i clear up if i get an intel i5 processor and a compatible motherboard, i won't need to buy windows again?
Thanks again?

Tom Tancredi · Dec 22, 2013

bignastyid :

Concur, as you had a 'Builder' build the System for you, that is different then the 'mass quantity' made from Dell, et al.

samuel26497 · Dec 23, 2013

so i won't have to buy windows again?

Tom Tancredi · Dec 23, 2013

samuel26497 :

NO, you 'shouldn't'. If you REALLY are unsure simply call iBuyPower and ask them yourself

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