Windows 7 Pro 64bit factory reset

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

Hi guys i was wondering if i factory reset my pc once i have reinstalled windows will my pc still have the product key with it so i dont have to buy a new one?

If you need anymore info let me know

Thanks Sam!: )

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Factory Reset is the same as reinstalling the OS, but comes included with all the original bloatware.
Just like it came from the store.

And no, you won't need a new license key.

Ironsounds · Jul 5, 2015

Hello... You must enter the KEY as part of the Windows re-install.

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

I have a custom built PC and its getting slow so i was wondering if i factory reset would i need to enter a product key?

and also cant find COA

mcnumpty23 · Jul 5, 2015

factory reset implies using the recovery partition or disks that came with the pc

re installing windows implies using a windows disk that came with a key

you need to clarify what you mean

a recovery partition wont ask for a key

a re install will

Ironsounds · Jul 5, 2015

Hello... You are giving two different situations here...
1) factory reset... using the OEM program to re-load Windows/OEM programs... no key needed.
2) custom PC re-install of Windows... needs a Install disk and key.

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

Well basicly i want to reinstall windows 7 on my pc so its all new again but i dont want to have to pay for a new product key or COA if you understand me!

I have an OEM version of windows 7 dell

vrumor · Jul 5, 2015

If you dont have a legit key to begin with, youll need to purchase one to reinstall Windows.

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

if not i will just buy this and fresh install on my pc http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281661478598?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2648&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

my product key is legit

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

Do you have a Dell PC?

Did you read all the small print on that?

"OEM Software: Microsoft's Distribution Agreement for System Builders states that the system builder software packs are not intended for distribution to end users unless the end users are acting as system builders by assembling their own PC's. A 'system builder' is anyone who assembles, reassembles, or installs software on a new or used computer system. For OEM software, your software will be bundled with an AS IS non-working hard drive.

OEM/Reinstall Disks/MAR Software: To be in compliance with Microsoft licensing, recovery media, OEM media and MAR media containing Microsoft Software must be redistributed as part of a complete package that contains the media, the original computer hardware with which the software was distributed and the corresponding COA label. Therefore we sell these items bundled with the original broken systems motherboard. YOu are purchasing this software which is bundled with hardware."

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

Your existing key is legit, or you're buying something new?
You've said both.

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

My key is legit but i was only wondering if my windows 7 pro 64bit dell oem could be factory reset like when i first installed windows 7 on my ssd!

but my pc is custom built

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

OK, conflicting terms here.
As above, a "Factory Reset" is generally what is included with a prebuilt system, to bring it back to out of the box condition.
An OS install is just that...just the OS from a install that you bought.

If you have your original install media with the license key, then that is (hopefully) all you need. Just reinstall it.

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

So should i buy a new Windows 7 pro 64bit disc and COA and install it from there?

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

I thought you said you already had a legit OS license?

mcnumpty23 · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

USAFRet :

lol--you have the patience of a saint--wall and banging head come to mind

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

I dont know how to explain it. i want to factory reset my pc but will i need a product key to factory reset it or will that part be skipped?

mcnumpty23 · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

its not a factory reset--your pc didnt come from a factory with the os already installed

its a re install--so yes you need the key that came with the disk

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Before we proceed any further:
Do you have the valid license key written down on a piece of paper somewhere? Y/N
Do you have valid install media to match that license key? Y/N

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

ok so i dont have that key anymore as i cant find it so i would have to buy one them?

Thanks for the help though guys!

Samward123 · Jul 5, 2015

1. n
2. yes i have windows 7 pro 64

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

Samward123 :

Download and install Belarc Advisor.
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html

This will probably find your license key

If it does, print it out, then go here:
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-recovery
Enter your key, and see if it will allow you to download the relevant ISO file
If it does, then create an install DVD

Install with that.

If the Microsoft link does NOT allow you to download the ISO, then you will need to buy one from a valid reseller.
Amazon, Newegg, TigerDirect...
NOTE: some dude on ebay is not a valid reseller

mcnumpty23 · Jul 5, 2015

ok assuming you bought a legitimate windows but have lost your key

use this to find the key

write it down where you wont lose it again

put disk in start to install windows then enter the key you wrote down

https://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/

USAFRet · Jul 5, 2015

One more thing:
The words "Factory Reset" should never, ever escape your keyboard again when talking about this particular PC.
Ever.

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