Switching out core pc components. Will my HDD be wiped?

[TheNewBie332]

Hi all, I'm upgrading my CUP, RAM, and mobo, from:
Intel i5 4690k
32 GB DDR3
AsRock z97 FATALITY

to:

AMD Ryzen 2700x
16BG DDR4
GIGABYTE X470 AORUS

I have an OEM version of windows activated, so I know once I install these new parts that I'd have to buy a new key, but I have a lot of data on my HDD that I don't want lost. Would there be a way to keep the data, or will I have to re-install windows completely wiping the drive?
Thanks.

 

[volkgren]

The data will still be there; but it is recommended to backup the data to an external (or other) drive that way you can format and perform a clean install of Windows. Some hardware may not function properly unless you reinstall Windows on the new system.

 

[dextermat]

The data will still be there,
if the chipset is too different you will get BSOD on boot or might work, you need to test.
If you have a home version of windows, you will need to buy a new license as it will not activate.
If you have a pro or utlimate, it should activate as long as it is not used on the previous computer.

 

[rgd1101]

always do backup.