Windows 7 oem reinstall with a new motherboard.

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I have a msi 970 g45 and windows 7 oem and i am thinking about upgrading to an intel motherboard with an intel processor. Is it possible for me to do this with a windows 7 oem without having to buy another windows 7 licence?

 

[ThatVietGuy]

Yes. You're probably going to have to do the phone activation, but it'll install and activate just fine. I've done it many times due to upgrades, as well.

 

[smaked]

Yes. You're probably going to have to do the phone activation, but it'll install and activate just fine. I've done it many times due to upgrades, as well.

Thanks for the quick reply, ill phone them when i upgrade.

 

[RoryPTB]

Yes. You're probably going to have to do the phone activation, but it'll install and activate just fine. I've done it many times due to upgrades, as well.

Thanks for the quick reply, ill phone them when i upgrade.

It's been a while, but did it work? I'm thinking of changing my mobo but I'm aware I may have to rebuy a windows key. How did the calling up microsoft go?

 

[RoryPTB]

Yes. You're probably going to have to do the phone activation, but it'll install and activate just fine. I've done it many times due to upgrades, as well.

Im thinking of doing the same thing. Im changing my motherboard from AMD (AM3+) to Intel (LGA 1150) but due to my windows being oem, Im not so sure. I do have the disk and key (as I bought it) so would I be able to just call up microsoft and ask for a new product key? Please explain. Thanks in advance.

 

[ThatVietGuy]

You call the automated number provided during the installation and you'll give the machine a code and it'll give a code back that you'll have to enter to activate. It's very simple and if you do it you'll see for yourself how easy it is.

 

[RoryPTB]

You call the automated number provided during the installation and you'll give the machine a code and it'll give a code back that you'll have to enter to activate. It's very simple and if you do it you'll see for yourself how easy it is.

Wow, that's brilliant. I was always afraid that because I have the windows oem install disk, I wouldnt be able to switch motherboards without rebuying windows. Very good.

 

[RoryPTB]

You call the automated number provided during the installation and you'll give the machine a code and it'll give a code back that you'll have to enter to activate. It's very simple and if you do it you'll see for yourself how easy it is.

Just a quick question - I know there are ways to switch motherboards without reinstalling windows (by removing all drivers). Is there a way I can do this and still call microsoft for an activation code? Or do I need to install windows to get that automated number. Sorry for dragging this on, but would I be able to wipe windows off of my HDD for example yet keep all my files, and re install windows specifically on an SSD for example. I know you're very knowledgeable when it comes to things like this. Thanks in advance.

 

[Julianqwerty]

You call the automated number provided during the installation and you'll give the machine a code and it'll give a code back that you'll have to enter to activate. It's very simple and if you do it you'll see for yourself how easy it is.

hi, what do you mean with ''a code'' the code thats on my pc from that windows sticker? or something else?