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How did you get your code?
How did you get your code?
Off the back of the case. New unused store bought.
You should be able to use a retail key more than once, perhaps a phone activation might be in order as well.
This is why it is recommended to activate windows after you have sorted all possible issues. I like waking 2 weeks before activating windows in case I need to reformat again.
I'll remember that for next time.
So I'm borrowing a caddy so I can format the hard drive tomorrow. Guessing its just like being back at the start. Install windows. Plug in gfx card and install drivers?
Did you install ALL other drivers not related to the card before plugging it in?
Yes. All other drivers installed.
Would it be because the drivers are not off a disc and are downloaded?
It could be, there is something the video card is not liking at all, the problem with downloading drivers online is that sometimes you don't know if they are the adequate drivers. Are you downloading from the motherboards manufacturer website?
Yes, because the dvd drive I bought wont read discs. So that's being sent back.
And you download the drivers which are specific to your win 7 bit version, and specific motherboard revision, correct?