You may need an updated OS product key if you're upgrading your device.
You may need an updated OS product key if you're upgrading your device.
You're considering upgrading from Windows 7 to a newer system, specifically moving to Intel hardware. It's good you're thinking about compatibility. The product keys you mentioned are likely tied to the motherboard rather than just the CPU, which means they won't work on a new Intel board. Also, while some people mention this in the context of Windows 10, it applies more broadly to Windows 7 as well. Let me know if you need further clarification!
Win 10 experienced problems with keys being linked to mobile devices, yet I hadn't encountered anything similar for Windows 7.
When the Windows edition is OEM, it remains linked to the initial motherboard it was installed on. For builder editions, you have the option to upgrade.
Turning off product keys isn't really possible during a simple upgrade, though Microsoft will block them if you return faulty parts. I've experienced this before—you'll need to contact Microsoft support. It's not ideal, but it's the only way if you encounter issues.