What would happen If I switched my motherboard but keep my CPU?

[kevin.phankirby]

Hi guys,

I'd just like a summary of what would happen and precautions I should take during the process.
Thanks.

 

[drea.drechsler]

It all depends on how the replacement differs from the original, but one thing in common is that you may have to deal with transferring your Windows 10 license to activate it on the new motherboard.

How difficult that is depends on whether you have a system-builders' license or an OEM license or some other license. If you've the correct license, the first thing you need to do is de-activate the old license before you shut the old system down the last time. This is so you can activate it on the new motherboard once it's up and running.

You can start here with that:

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-windows_install-winpc/can-i-transfer-windows-10-to-another-computer/3704e5b9-0a43-4d29-9492-0792181a8a44