Consider the decision carefully: OEM or not?

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FuzzyMug
Senior Member

476

02-26-2016, 05:00 AM

Consider the pros and cons of OEM versus retail Windows 10. Check if your hardware is compatible with OEM versions and weigh the cost differences. Switching hardware to OEM is possible if supported.

FuzzyMug

02-26-2016, 05:00 AM #1

Consider the pros and cons of OEM versus retail Windows 10. Check if your hardware is compatible with OEM versions and weigh the cost differences. Switching hardware to OEM is possible if supported.

DinglyDongg
Member

174

02-26-2016, 06:15 AM

An OEM license restricts your ability to modify the motherboard, so a retail license is strongly advised.

DinglyDongg

02-26-2016, 06:15 AM #2

An OEM license restricts your ability to modify the motherboard, so a retail license is strongly advised.

Flare_Chick
Member

182

02-27-2016, 06:37 AM

From a technical standpoint, buying original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products isn't possible.

Flare_Chick

02-27-2016, 06:37 AM #3

From a technical standpoint, buying original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products isn't possible.

oOEmmaOo
Posting Freak

818

02-28-2016, 05:46 PM

Most platforms provide access to original manufacturer versions.

oOEmmaOo

02-28-2016, 05:46 PM #4

Most platforms provide access to original manufacturer versions.

Nerdben
Member

112

02-28-2016, 06:53 PM

I used an OEM Windows 8 version, upgraded to 10. A few weeks later I upgraded my system and noticed Windows needed reactivation. Microsoft support clarified that some components had been altered, mentioning the parts were faulty and required replacement. Now I’ve reactivated it.

Nerdben

02-28-2016, 06:53 PM #5