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windows 10
Hey everyone... I just upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 10. I need to buy an SSD for my system. Should I reinstall Windows 7 and upgrade it to 10, or is there another option? Does a straight install of Windows 10 still work with my Windows 7 key?
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I often needed my Windows7 disc once more before moving to version 10 again
Ensure Windows 10 is turned on before proceeding. This step is crucial since a clean install won’t work with an activated system. Activation usually happens automatically, but sometimes server updates can delay it. To verify activation, look for "Activation" in the search bar and click it. You’ll land on the Settings panel, where you’ll see whether Windows 10 is enabled. If it is, you’re ready to perform a clean install. If not, wait until activation completes. For detailed instructions, check out this helpful guide: http://www.howtogeek.com/224342/how-to-c...indows-10/. Be aware that a clean install will remove the free DVD playback app. This app was included with your prior Windows version if it had Windows Media Center. To regain access, reinstall your older Windows edition with Media Center and upgrade to Windows 10, or purchase the app again. The app costs $15.
Scary as it sounds, I think Microsoft now does an online activation with Windows 10. When it tries to activate it checks some ID tied to your motherboard against their servers, and automatically activates if it matches. If all you're changing is an SSD, it should match. You shouldn't have to enter a product key. In my experience, your Windows 7 should still install and activate using it's key, so you could just do another upgrade to 10. It worked for me at least once, anyway.