Trying to install Windows 8 on laptop after replacing hard disk.

Zaziel

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The hard disk on my Toshiba Satellite L70-B-111 died so I have replaced it with a new SSD. Now I'm trying to get it back to how it was, it came with Windows 8 (can't remember if Pro or Home), but I think all the activation stuff and the serial were in a hidden partition in the old hard disk. Can I get Windows 8 back or do I need to buy a new license??
 
Solution
Contact Toshiba. They may sell you a Factory Reset DVD cheaper than a whole new standalone OS.
They may even (doubtful) give it to you free.