[SOLVED] Use old SSD on new PC ?

[nikospc]

HI!!!,

Happy New Year to all,

Can I take my Old SSD with WIN 10 pro x64, and place it in a new build( new CPU ,M/B) and it wont need a Format?????

brgds,
nick

 

[Nine Layer Nige]

I just did that recently and it detected the new required drivers for the mobo, but I was going from 6th Gen intel to 12th Intel. All working fine.
However, you may need to transfer your Windows licence to the new hardware. If you sign in using a Microsoft account you should be able to activate it on the new hardware using the Troubleshoot link.

 

[nikospc]

im goning to go from intel cpu and mb, to amd ryzen cpu and mb

 

[DRagor]

HI!!!,

Happy New Year to all,

Can I take my Old SSD with WIN 10 pro x64, and place it in a new build( new CPU ,M/B) and it wont need a Format?????

brgds,
nick

You can put it. But most likely it will need format and fresh installation. Sometimes it works without it, no hurt in trying, but better be prepared (so backup your data).

 

[USAFRet]

im goning to go from intel cpu and mb, to amd ryzen cpu and mb

3 possible outcomes:

1. It works just fine
2. It fails completely
3. It works, but you're chasing issues for weeks/months.

I've seen all 3. In this case, #1 is the least likely outcome.
A fresh install is strongly recommended, often/usually required.

For the OS activation, read and do this before you change any parts:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/20530/windows-10-reactivating-after-hardware-change

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