Replacing Motherboard HELP!

[FRESH_TACOS]

Hello everyone I need to replace my mobo to upgrade to SLI because my mobo doesn't support it. Will I need to reinstall OS? This is my build right here http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nhZwXL and I'll be getting an ASUS Z97-A and then having a second 770. Can I just put a new mobo in there and everything will work itself out or will I have to do a clean wipe because I don't really want to :/ thanks guys!

 

[eob2000]

Yes, OS installs are very specific to the hardware, Your old install may run but there will be issues

 

[holyprof]

It might be cheaper and/or easier to just replace your 770 with a 970 ... no OS reinstall, no SLI problems.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

If I understand correctly, you are moving from the Z97M to the Z97-A ? If so I consider something with better performance and less negative user reviews:

Gigabyte or MSI Gaming 5 are in the same price range

Asus Z97-A ($143) gets 23% negative (1 egg) reviews
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132118

Gigabyte Gaming 5 ($130) gets 10% negative (1 egg) reviews
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128709

MSI ($135) Gaming 5 gets 10% negative (1 egg) reviews
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130770

And yes, a re-install is recommended.

 

[FRESH_TACOS]

It might be cheaper and/or easier to just replace your 770 with a 970 ... no OS reinstall, no SLI problems.

My friend is giving me the 770.