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Why do Refurb PCs need a new Windows COA ?
I'm curious as to why a refurb PC, like a Dell, HP, Lenovo, with an existing Win 7 COA, and all original parts, needs a new Win 7 COA refurb COA ? I thought the original COA applied when new, was good for the original hardware?
I've purchased several refurb PCs from large refurbers, and they all had the original COA, with a big X on it, and another new COA with refurbished on it.
Thanks
UPDATE..
"The original Microsoft (COA) attached to the PC does not allow you to reload Microsoft Windows software when no original recovery media is present. "
"When transferring the PC to the new end user, the software media, manuals (if applicable), and Certificate of Authenticity label must be included"
Looks like a refurber has to have the original install media to sell the PC with the original COA, otherwise they have to get a refurber COA. Of course, most makers of PCs no longer include the install media to original purchasers. So, the rules are different for refurbers and the OEM. And how about private sales from original owner to second owner, with no physical media? Are these sales technically illegal?
Last edited by HodgePodge; 12 Dec 2015 at 09:58.