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Discussing Windows activation

Discussing Windows activation

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frankyd84
Member
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04-23-2023, 09:10 PM
#1
Yes, you can reinstall the same Windows version and reuse the code on an OEM PC.
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frankyd84
04-23-2023, 09:10 PM #1

Yes, you can reinstall the same Windows version and reuse the code on an OEM PC.

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ErikChr
Junior Member
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04-24-2023, 03:12 AM
#2
Absolutely, I've managed this six times without any issues.
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ErikChr
04-24-2023, 03:12 AM #2

Absolutely, I've managed this six times without any issues.

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SkywalkerJHM
Member
131
04-24-2023, 09:59 PM
#3
Thanks!
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SkywalkerJHM
04-24-2023, 09:59 PM #3

Thanks!

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MONSTERmoose91
Senior Member
526
04-25-2023, 03:11 AM
#4
You can set it up on various gadgets, provided you stay under the radar. Office works too—just call and come up with a plausible reason for sharing the same password.
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MONSTERmoose91
04-25-2023, 03:11 AM #4

You can set it up on various gadgets, provided you stay under the radar. Office works too—just call and come up with a plausible reason for sharing the same password.

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Skylaire
Member
104
04-25-2023, 03:21 AM
#5
I think the original Windows versions work for the first PC you set up, but the motherboard is fixed in place. If you ever want to swap the board, you’ll have to reach out to Microsoft for help.
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Skylaire
04-25-2023, 03:21 AM #5

I think the original Windows versions work for the first PC you set up, but the motherboard is fixed in place. If you ever want to swap the board, you’ll have to reach out to Microsoft for help.

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SayNoToNWO
Posting Freak
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04-28-2023, 06:25 AM
#6
It varies by whether you have a COA or OEM key. OEM keys tend to be licensed when purchasing OEM Windows disks, such as the link provided. These keys are generally single-use. If your system changes—like a hardware swap or a CPU upgrade—the checksum in Windows will likely no longer match, making reactivation difficult. The only option is to contact the vendor directly. COA keys usually come from well-known brands like HP, Dell, Acer, etc., and they offer more flexibility with reuse on the same platform.
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SayNoToNWO
04-28-2023, 06:25 AM #6

It varies by whether you have a COA or OEM key. OEM keys tend to be licensed when purchasing OEM Windows disks, such as the link provided. These keys are generally single-use. If your system changes—like a hardware swap or a CPU upgrade—the checksum in Windows will likely no longer match, making reactivation difficult. The only option is to contact the vendor directly. COA keys usually come from well-known brands like HP, Dell, Acer, etc., and they offer more flexibility with reuse on the same platform.