switching hard drives
switching hard drives
Hi! Your dad’s old PC is being upgraded into a server, and he wants to keep his existing HDD. That’s fine since you already have one. The question is about the license—does moving the old drive affect its registration status? It depends on how the licensing system tracks drives, but generally it shouldn’t cause issues unless there are specific rules about transferring or removing drives. Just make sure the new setup is properly configured to recognize the HDD.
Windows may shut down automatically, requiring a fresh license if your previous one was an OEM. With a complete retail version, you can move the license to the new device.
For Windows 10 users, attempt to link the device to your account. Refer to the support page for guidance.