Can I re-install windows 7 OEM on the same computer?


  1. vic305mia
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    windows 7 home premium x64
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    Can I re-install windows 7 OEM on the same computer?


    I want to restore my computer and I want to make sure that I can reinstall windows on this same computer. I have the install cd and product code. Do I have to deactivate the windows or can I just go and directly reinstall the windows?
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  3. DavidE
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    Multi-Boot W7_Pro_x64 W8.1_Pro_x64 W10_Pro_x64 +Linux_VMs +Chromium_VM
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    You can reinstall on the same PC, you don't need to deactivate first.
    Here's a reinstall tutorial by gregrocker that is really good, lots of good info here:
    Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
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