reformatting my HDD


  1. illway1
    Posts : 78
    Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
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    reformatting my HDD


    my harddrive is getting cluttered and I want to do a reformat or a clean install to get rid of most of my stuff. my question is,

    If I clean install/reformat my harddrive, will i be able to reuse the licences forWindows 7 and Microsoft Office?
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  3. andyparks
    Posts : 256
    windows 7 home prem 64 bit
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    Yes you will be able to use them
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  4. DeaconFrost
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    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
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    Make sure you have your license keys saved or written down. Then back up all important data, and begin your clean install.
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