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XaViZ
Member

197

11-08-2021, 12:56 PM

You have a mix of older and newer components. You’re considering using the same Windows installation you’re currently running, which would let you keep everything connected without a full reinstall. Just make sure the new parts are compatible with your existing setup. If you’re unsure, a clean install might be safer to avoid any conflicts.

XaViZ

11-08-2021, 12:56 PM #1

TSkyler
Junior Member

11-09-2021, 07:24 AM

Unless you're replacing a storage device, you shouldn't have to worry about the operating system. You won't need to reinstall it if you're merely upgrading GPU/CPU/MOBO/etc.

TSkyler

11-09-2021, 07:24 AM #2

Unless you're replacing a storage device, you shouldn't have to worry about the operating system. You won't need to reinstall it if you're merely upgrading GPU/CPU/MOBO/etc.

omega2fish
Junior Member

11-24-2021, 07:01 PM

You should be okay. Feel free to give it another shot if it doesn't work.

omega2fish

11-24-2021, 07:01 PM #3

You should be okay. Feel free to give it another shot if it doesn't work.

JJprogamers
Member

161

11-25-2021, 01:54 AM

I'm still uncertain. I attempted to upgrade my GPU from 560Ti to 660, but the drivers conflicted with the OS, which forced me to perform a clean install. Now I'm just being careful.

JJprogamers

11-25-2021, 01:54 AM #4

I'm still uncertain. I attempted to upgrade my GPU from 560Ti to 660, but the drivers conflicted with the OS, which forced me to perform a clean install. Now I'm just being careful.

DinoSubz
Member

11-25-2021, 03:33 AM

Win10 might struggle with a different motherboard change. Everything else can be adjusted, but drivers often behave strangely after switching. I had to reinstall the OS when changing the motherboard on the same chipset and manufacturer. However, with Windows 7 it seems smoother.

DinoSubz

11-25-2021, 03:33 AM #5

NevroGames
Junior Member

11-28-2021, 10:32 PM

I changed it the previous night and from a software standpoint it's functioning well.

NevroGames

11-28-2021, 10:32 PM #6

I changed it the previous night and from a software standpoint it's functioning well.