Setting up a fresh Windows installation on an SSD using your existing serial number or key.
Setting up a fresh Windows installation on an SSD using your existing serial number or key.
Hello! Your Asus UX32VD has 10GB of RAM now, which is great. You're thinking about switching from RAM to an SSD drive, but you're still unsure if you can keep the same Windows key and serial number from when you bought it. Since you have a bootable USB with Windows, it’s possible to install the new OS while retaining your existing credentials—just make sure to back them up first. If you need more details, feel free to ask!
From the control panel's 'system' section, your CD key should be available, which should resolve the issue. This depends on the license linked to the key. However, if you're using Windows 10, this method won't work because the CD key is connected to the motherboard rather than the HDD, allowing you to reinstall it multiple times as needed.
Issues typically arise when multiple users attempt to utilize recovery media after installing a new drive. The recovery process consumes 100MB of space on the existing drive, making it unsuitable for using those tools on newer drives. Always verify your USB is booting properly before making any changes to the old drive.