Get the Windows key from a pre-built PC setup.

Fly4Win
Junior Member

03-21-2016, 07:49 AM

I understand your setup and the situation. The Windows installation should work fine on a new SSD, especially since you're using retail parts. For the Windows key, contacting Microsoft support is a good idea—they can help reset or reactivate it. Regarding the upgrade, since you're moving from 8.1 to Win10 and the free upgrade period is over, you should be able to upgrade again for free if you contact Microsoft directly.

Fly4Win

03-21-2016, 07:49 AM #1

SuperGio02
Junior Member

03-23-2016, 10:29 PM

You can set it up on an SSD and it should function fine, even after replacing the motherboard and CPU. It treats the system as a fresh setup, so Windows 10 won’t be available for free anymore.

SuperGio02

03-23-2016, 10:29 PM #2

You can set it up on an SSD and it should function fine, even after replacing the motherboard and CPU. It treats the system as a fresh setup, so Windows 10 won’t be available for free anymore.

XkazuzuX
Junior Member

03-27-2016, 11:30 PM

I see what you mean. The Windows setup is usually linked to the specific motherboard, but IronSide suggested reaching out to Microsoft support for reactivation.

XkazuzuX

03-27-2016, 11:30 PM #3

I see what you mean. The Windows setup is usually linked to the specific motherboard, but IronSide suggested reaching out to Microsoft support for reactivation.

ElaticsGone
Member

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03-28-2016, 07:47 AM

Enter the required key during installation. If it doesn’t work, contact support and provide an external number to receive a replacement code.

ElaticsGone

03-28-2016, 07:47 AM #4

Enter the required key during installation. If it doesn’t work, contact support and provide an external number to receive a replacement code.

Tomcatod
Member

03-29-2016, 10:09 AM

It’s straightforward, but after the Windows 10 upgrade you’d still be able to update for free.

Tomcatod

03-29-2016, 10:09 AM #5

It’s straightforward, but after the Windows 10 upgrade you’d still be able to update for free.

WarriorClaw252
Junior Member

03-29-2016, 10:18 AM

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WarriorClaw252

03-29-2016, 10:18 AM #6

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DarkMaster19
Junior Member

03-29-2016, 05:51 PM

Be mindful that certain keys for ready-made machines can't be moved, so keep this in mind when contacting Microsoft.

DarkMaster19

03-29-2016, 05:51 PM #7

Be mindful that certain keys for ready-made machines can't be moved, so keep this in mind when contacting Microsoft.