Question Old Windows SSD in new PC

[GranpaJim]

Old laptop died a miserable death, I am building a new PC. I want to use the SSD from the laptop in the new build, it should work fine. I have a Tolerable win 11 on the ssd and would like to use that build on the new machine. Is there a way to boot the ssd and have windows reconfigure for the new hardware, without a fresh install of windows. I know there will be licensing issues, but I am prepared for that. I just don't want to have to re-install my games and stuff.

 

[punkncat]

If you carry an OS install from another machine, unless it is exactly the same hardware it typically doesn't work out well. Even if it boots and is able to update the drivers and such, you will be left with all manner of junk in the registry and so forth which often leads to a cascade of issues later. Save yourself the pain and bite the bullet for a fresh install now.

 

[USAFRet]

Old laptop died a miserable death, I am building a new PC. I want to use the SSD from the laptop in the new build, it should work fine. I have a Tolerable win 11 on the ssd and would like to use that build on the new machine. Is there a way to boot the ssd and have windows reconfigure for the new hardware, without a fresh install of windows. I know there will be licensing issues, but I am prepared for that. I just don't want to have to re-install my games and stuff.

Moving a drive with OS from a laptop to a new desktop?

hahahaha....No.

And what is "Tolerable win 11" ?

 

[GranpaJim]

Does the fresh install still have the do not format, leave files in place option. I believe I still have the downloads necessary to re-install all my goodies and games.

I believe in KISS computing, MS tends to overcomplicate simple functions. I prefer original Outlook for mail, although they keep trying to get me to use the NEW outlook. I don't use MS office, I use OpenOffice. I do use edge, because I haven't got the time, energy, or ambition to get a better browser. That is what is meant by a "Tolerable version of Win 11. I want a system that meets my needs, and not much else. Thats my opinion, and your welcome to it.

 

[USAFRet]

Does the fresh install still have the do not format, leave files in place option. I believe I still have the downloads necessary to re-install all my goodies and games.

I believe in KISS computing, MS tends to overcomplicate simple functions. I prefer original Outlook for mail, although they keep trying to get me to use the NEW outlook. I don't use MS office, I use OpenOffice. I do use edge, because I haven't got the time, energy, or ambition to get a better browser. That is what is meant by a "Tolerable version of Win 11. I want a system that meets my needs, and not much else. Thats my opinion, and your welcome to it.

No.

This is a full wipe and reinstall.

Your "Tolerable" is quite alright. I thought it might be one of the weird offbreeds of a Windows install.

 

[USAFRet]

In addition, coming from a laptop with presumably an OEM install...you'll have to purchase a new Win 11 license for your new system.
That original OEM is not transferable to a new system.

 

[GranpaJim]

If you carry an OS install from another machine, unless it is exactly the same hardware it typically doesn't work out well. Even if it boots and is able to update the drivers and such, you will be left with all manner of junk in the registry and so forth which often leads to a cascade of issues later. Save yourself the pain and bite the bullet for a fresh install now.

Ahh, the Registry, Whoever came up with that idea, and thought it would be good for windows, should be Taken to the Hague, and prosecuted for "Crime Against Humanity."