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Looking to enhance your motherboard, unsure whether an OS refresh might be necessary

Looking to enhance your motherboard, unsure whether an OS refresh might be necessary

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Blockwalker02
Member
181
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM
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Asus Prime x670-p board, SSD with OS for another Asus board, still unsure about the next generation; mainly checking what makes sense and how effective an SSD with OS would be on another motherboard. The main point is 4x PCIe lanes, which is more about performance than just simplifying top-tier Asus boards.
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Blockwalker02
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM #1

Asus Prime x670-p board, SSD with OS for another Asus board, still unsure about the next generation; mainly checking what makes sense and how effective an SSD with OS would be on another motherboard. The main point is 4x PCIe lanes, which is more about performance than just simplifying top-tier Asus boards.

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Jensboy12
Member
50
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM
#2
The OS will quickly start and boot using the updated hardware. The main issue lies in Windows activation and whether your license is OEM or personal. The OEM version is linked to the motherboard, so you’ll need to purchase a new key (search Google) or obtain a personal license from Microsoft.
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Jensboy12
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM #2

The OS will quickly start and boot using the updated hardware. The main issue lies in Windows activation and whether your license is OEM or personal. The OEM version is linked to the motherboard, so you’ll need to purchase a new key (search Google) or obtain a personal license from Microsoft.

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BlueTigerGFX
Junior Member
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10-29-2018, 06:43 AM
#3
I'm seeking features that enhance performance, expand connectivity options, and improve overall reliability compared to my existing motherboard.
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BlueTigerGFX
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM #3

I'm seeking features that enhance performance, expand connectivity options, and improve overall reliability compared to my existing motherboard.

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spidersaur187
Member
201
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM
#4
The purpose of updating the board is to ensure compatibility and functionality. There are no additional features or improvements from other boards. Any performance benefits would not materialize.
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spidersaur187
10-29-2018, 06:43 AM #4

The purpose of updating the board is to ensure compatibility and functionality. There are no additional features or improvements from other boards. Any performance benefits would not materialize.