Plugging the harddrive that has windows installed into another desktop

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Zinyak

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Hey, I want to replace the HDD of my current computer with the HDD of my old computer. HDD of my old computer already have perfectly running windows 10 on it.
Will the same windows work if I install the HARD DRIVE into my new computer? or do I have to install new windows ?
 
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No it won't

Yes you do.


This OEM System Builder Channel software requires the assembler to provide end user support for the Windows software and cannot be transferred to another computer once it is installed.

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no, it will all be fine, you just have to make sure the PC boots to the right drive, and once you are in, you'll probably need to get different drivers for the hardware in your new system, so make sure you sweep the drivers before putting it in a new system
 
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aquielisunari

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No it won't

Yes you do.


This OEM System Builder Channel software requires the assembler to provide end user support for the Windows software and cannot be transferred to another computer once it is installed.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer
Use of this OEM System Builder Channel software is subject to the terms of the Microsoft OEM System Builder License. This software is intended for pre-installation on a new personal computer for resale. This OEM System Builder Channel software requires the assembler to provide end user support for the Windows software and cannot be transferred to another computer once it is installed. To acquire Windows software with support provided by Microsoft please see our full package "Retail" product offerings.

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There will also be driver issues. The OS in that HDD is tied to another motherboard with different hardware. It won't work right. It can be fixed with the right drivers. However even after it works right there will still be validation issues because of the motherboard change. BUT some have been able to call Microsoft and get their system revalidated. Exception to every rule.
 
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