Upgrade your PC for better performance.

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Shootings
Junior Member

07-14-2017, 05:41 PM

Hello, it's time to upgrade my CPU from an FX-6300 to a Ryzen 5 1600 with a mobile interface and RAM swap. I'm wondering if I can still run the same Windows installation on the same hard drive after the change. When I first got the PC, the old drive didn't boot Windows on the new system, even though it worked perfectly before.

Shootings

07-14-2017, 05:41 PM #1

Julie_08
Member

176

07-14-2017, 06:27 PM

You're able to proceed, though it requires linking to your Microsoft account. If you already have one, it's easy to confirm the hardware change and ensure your license remains valid—especially if it's an OEM key, you may need to contact MS directly for a smooth transition. Without an active MS account, set one up and connect it to your profile.

Julie_08

07-14-2017, 06:27 PM #2

Jumx41
Member

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07-14-2017, 07:42 PM

Sure, happy to help. Could you clarify what you're referring to? That way I can give you a more accurate answer.

Jumx41

07-14-2017, 07:42 PM #3

Sure, happy to help. Could you clarify what you're referring to? That way I can give you a more accurate answer.

ImRYON
Junior Member

07-17-2017, 06:02 AM

What operating system are you using? Also, be sure to reinstall a clean copy of Windows whenever you transfer your HDDs or SSDs.

ImRYON

07-17-2017, 06:02 AM #4

What operating system are you using? Also, be sure to reinstall a clean copy of Windows whenever you transfer your HDDs or SSDs.

EssieFlo
Member

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07-18-2017, 10:16 PM

It's not a simple issue. The method varies based on where you bought the PC: retail key for direct purchase, OEM key if from an authorized vendor, or you can use the command "slmgr.vbs /dlv" in Windows to check your installation channel.

EssieFlo

07-18-2017, 10:16 PM #5

MessiasCraft
Member

153

07-19-2017, 05:54 AM

Using Windows 10 is fine. I’ll share this later when I’m back home. I’ll let you know if I have more questions.

MessiasCraft

07-19-2017, 05:54 AM #6

Using Windows 10 is fine. I’ll share this later when I’m back home. I’ll let you know if I have more questions.

Lorddoom139
Posting Freak

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07-19-2017, 12:42 PM

The result indicates what condition you currently possess.

Lorddoom139

07-19-2017, 12:42 PM #7

The result indicates what condition you currently possess.

jsdoyle
Member

07-19-2017, 04:19 PM

OEM confirms this statement.

jsdoyle

07-19-2017, 04:19 PM #8

OEM confirms this statement.

War91
Member

186

07-21-2017, 02:36 AM

I got it from the shop, though.

War91

07-21-2017, 02:36 AM #9

I got it from the shop, though.

Mountain_Man8
Member

182

07-21-2017, 05:59 PM

#10

for reference, this is what mine says (Some numbers blacked out due to an abundance of caution, I don't think they are actually important, but better to be safe than sorry)

Mountain_Man8

07-21-2017, 05:59 PM #10

for reference, this is what mine says (Some numbers blacked out due to an abundance of caution, I don't think they are actually important, but better to be safe than sorry)

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