Restarting the operating system
Restarting the operating system
Hi, in short, you're asking how to properly reinstall Windows after moving an old hard drive into a new setup. The advice you received seems mixed—some suggest skipping GPU driver updates because the old GPU will be present, while others recommend a fresh Windows install. You should actually use the Windows installation tool after assembling and booting your new system from BIOS, ensuring it sees the new drive. A USB installation during boot won't work in this case. Let me know if you need more details!
1) It's possible to reinstall Windows without updating the GPU driver, though it may require some troubleshooting.
2) Here are the details: your previous system had [specific specs], while the new one features [new specs]. Windows 10 generally handles foreign hardware well and can boot up on new components, but I suggest reinstalling when switching between Intel and AMD chips.
There are two main changes: I transfer my i5-6600k to my parents' PC and replace their GPU and storage with those from their older AMD setup. I relocate my SSD (Windows version) and a hard drive, then assemble a new system using an AMD platform. My own GPU is a 1060, while my parents’ GPU is a budget AMD model from a pre-built machine.
Why do you even ask before you check? Boot that system you already have on your drive and you'll see that it will work. Just like that. If any drivers missing - do it like you always do, but first just boot your system. It's faster than waiting for answer and talking about it. There is literally no easiest problem to check - all you can do is to press power button.