Upgrade your system by switching OEM Windows from an outdated motherboard.

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NedGameer
Junior Member

10-13-2016, 08:21 PM

Hey everyone, I’m trying to upgrade my motherboard but have some confusion. My Windows 10 is an OEM version, and I’m wondering how to switch it to the new one. I saw a reactivation key on the Microsoft forum and want to know if that works. Also, my old board should still work after the switch—I plan to refurbish it and sell it, so a buyer might install a different OS. Any tips or advice would be super helpful!

NedGameer

10-13-2016, 08:21 PM #1

Lucky_Arnout
Member

158

10-14-2016, 01:18 AM

Ensure your M$ account is active on the computer.

Lucky_Arnout

10-14-2016, 01:18 AM #2

Ensure your M$ account is active on the computer.

Dormin15
Member

110

10-14-2016, 01:36 AM

The OEM license for Windows cannot be transferred from a motherboard, which explains the lower cost. You’ll have to buy a new license, I think.

Dormin15

10-14-2016, 01:36 AM #3

The OEM license for Windows cannot be transferred from a motherboard, which explains the lower cost. You’ll have to buy a new license, I think.

iDoNotEvenLift
Posting Freak

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10-14-2016, 05:22 PM

Stefan Payne is correct. Also, the same queries were posed nearly every day. It seems no one uses the search feature here.

iDoNotEvenLift

10-14-2016, 05:22 PM #4

Stefan Payne is correct. Also, the same queries were posed nearly every day. It seems no one uses the search feature here.

pinksheeeep
Junior Member

10-17-2016, 11:27 AM

Alright, give it a shot. If it functions well, that's good. If not, you'll notice a watermark on your desktop over time and certain customization options will remain off until the system is turned on.

pinksheeeep

10-17-2016, 11:27 AM #5

Teemingtoast
Member

213

10-17-2016, 01:18 PM

Sure thing! Glad you could help out.

Teemingtoast

10-17-2016, 01:18 PM #6

Sure thing! Glad you could help out.