New PC OS
New PC OS
Hey there! It’s totally normal to feel a bit confused when setting up your first gaming PC. You don’t need to start from scratch—you can usually transfer the Windows 10 OS from your old prebuilt machine to your new one. Just make sure you back up any important data first. If you’re unsure about the process, there are plenty of guides online that walk you through it step by step. Good luck with your build!
Typically you must purchase a fresh Windows installation, since the version bundled with your existing setup is usually an OEM edition linked to that device. Still, it’s sometimes feasible to retrieve the license key from your current machine and apply it to a new one. This approach isn’t assured to succeed, but it’s worth attempting. For those curious about extracting your product key, you can visit the provided link: http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/window...0-3632749/
I have not seen it work but im sure someone in Russia can do it. With pre-built OEM machines extracting the key does not work and you will end up extracting a key that every other customer has. They have the same key across every computer they sell because they get special authentication servers to mass produce OEM machines in a speedy hassle free way your old prebuilt will be OEM so you will need to buy a new one or get a free one from your school. Theres a good chance your school gets free shit from MS
I've learned that dreamspark keys are shutting down after a certain period. If you decide to purchase a new key, it will be your exclusive key for future use on another PC. Even if you can't afford the cost right now, Microsoft is okay with running unactivated Windows 10—they don't bother showing the screen anymore. You can get a key later when more money becomes available.