Sure! What seems to be the issue? Tell me more details so I can help clarify it.
Sure! What seems to be the issue? Tell me more details so I can help clarify it.
I purchased an OEM Windows 10 pro key for around $15 a few months back. My B450 tomahawk stopped working after I told it was just an overclocking board, but I got an ASUS X470-f instead. Everyone said OEM keys are linked to the specific motherboard they’re on. When I asked Microsoft, they confirmed it’s not possible to reuse the same key with another board. After installing the new motherboard and inserting the new key, Windows loaded instantly—no prompts, just everything working right away.
It’s not meant to occur, yet the situation isn’t ideal, so congratulations on staying fortunate this time.
Linking the key to your Microsoft account enables smooth hardware changes.
Basically, windows tends to resist altering motherboards, and installing something outside the OEM guidelines usually doesn’t work well with a new board.
Previously, a non-OEM, retail key works for three or five setups. Linking it to your Microsoft account ensures it stays tied to that account rather than the physical device.
I just went through your message again and noticed the switch from one vendor to another doesn’t seem normal. It’s clear something isn’t right since every time I changed hardware it would reinstall drivers and complete a basic setup. It probably means you got a Volume License Key.