Can you confirm if it's secure to reinstall Windows 10 following an update from Windows 8 OEM?

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Can you confirm if it's secure to reinstall Windows 10 following an update from Windows 8 OEM?

Can you confirm if it's secure to reinstall Windows 10 following an update from Windows 8 OEM?

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mine4jarne
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07-24-2016, 11:25 AM

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I switched to Windows 10 during the free update window on my laptop some time ago. Now it’s been acting slow and has a lot of issues after years of use, so I’m thinking about reinstalling. I’m concerned that if I do that, I might end up back in Windows 8 because the BIOS will still have the old key. Would it be safe to reinstall Windows and get back to Windows 10? Creating a bootable USB or using settings seems like a better choice.

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mine4jarne

07-24-2016, 11:25 AM #1

I switched to Windows 10 during the free update window on my laptop some time ago. Now it’s been acting slow and has a lot of issues after years of use, so I’m thinking about reinstalling. I’m concerned that if I do that, I might end up back in Windows 8 because the BIOS will still have the old key. Would it be safe to reinstall Windows and get back to Windows 10? Creating a bootable USB or using settings seems like a better choice.

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Kzxn
Member

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07-24-2016, 07:02 PM

#2

Windows 10 likely transformed the key into a compatible format, and using the media restore should re-establish it properly. This is the first time I've tried this, so others might have different experiences.

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Kzxn

07-24-2016, 07:02 PM #2

Windows 10 likely transformed the key into a compatible format, and using the media restore should re-establish it properly. This is the first time I've tried this, so others might have different experiences.

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ArazulHd2
Junior Member

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07-24-2016, 09:03 PM

#3

I switched from Windows 7 to Windows 10 during that free upgrade window and have reinstalled my system four times afterward. The process worked smoothly because the system locks major hardware to the Windows 10 license, allowing multiple reinstalls as long as you don’t replace critical parts like the motherboard. It’s still possible, though you’re definitely protected in your situation.

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ArazulHd2

07-24-2016, 09:03 PM #3

I switched from Windows 7 to Windows 10 during that free upgrade window and have reinstalled my system four times afterward. The process worked smoothly because the system locks major hardware to the Windows 10 license, allowing multiple reinstalls as long as you don’t replace critical parts like the motherboard. It’s still possible, though you’re definitely protected in your situation.

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GreenScale_IV
Member

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07-25-2016, 02:34 AM

#4

Sure, just follow the usual steps to make a bootable drive and you should be ready to go.

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GreenScale_IV

07-25-2016, 02:34 AM #4

Sure, just follow the usual steps to make a bootable drive and you should be ready to go.

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minezap101
Junior Member

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07-26-2016, 09:12 AM

#5

Take the file from Microsoft’s site, place it on a flash drive, and you’ll be all set.

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minezap101

07-26-2016, 09:12 AM #5

Take the file from Microsoft’s site, place it on a flash drive, and you’ll be all set.