Computer restarting before windows 7 logo is completely formed


  1. Posts : 14
    Windows 7 Ultimate x86
       #1

    Computer restarting before windows 7 logo is completely formed


    Hello Everyone,
    I have a 320GB seagate HDD kept in storage for more than a year .
    I took out to built another PC for my brother, when i connected the HDD it boot and get restart (or may be i can say a loop ) just before windows 7 logo get complete and never end.
    I formatted and reinstalled Win 7 and it work perfectly on that day.Today i started PC and same problem started.
    This is the link of the error

    Things that i had done already.
    1> Seagate tool for diagnosis - HDD working perfect.

    Please guys suggest me what should I do ?
    Thanks in Advance
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  2. Posts : 708
    Windows 7 x64
       #2

    A working HDD with Windows 7 only can work in the original computer using this HDD.

    Even if you use the same Windows 7 to install to another computer, it will not work due to license is for the original computer.

    It works in the beginning as it was not yet activated.

    Once you use, the Windows 7 will get activated, hence it failed.
    Failed is due to this Windows 7 is for the original computer that was activated.


    To transfer the Win 7 to another computer, i am not sure;
    Just wait for someone who able to guide you, if any.
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  3. Posts : 222
    Windows 10/Windows 7 (My Idea- Virtual PC)
       #3

    Sounds like you might have to reinstall Windows 7 fresh on that drive, Eric's right, it will only run on the system you installed it for in the first place. Different hardware will usually cause it to fail to boot (AND it won't be activated if it does boot). Just install Windows 7 fresh on the system you are building.
    Last edited by XweAponX; 26 Nov 2016 at 19:21.
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  4. Posts : 25,847
    Windows 10 Pro. 64/ version 1709 Windows 7 Pro/64
       #4

    Here is what Microsoft states on moving operating system and activating them.

    Windows License Types Explained

    The term "retail" used in licensing has nothing to do with how the user purchases Windows, however, but refers to certain rights granted by retail licenses. A retail license may be transferred to another computer so long as the number of computers licensed does not exceed the licensing limit. In most cases, the limit is one.
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  5. Posts : 14
    Windows 7 Ultimate x86
    Thread Starter
       #5

    Eric3742 said:
    A working HDD with Windows 7 only can work in the original computer using this HDD.

    Even if you use the same Windows 7 to install to another computer, it will not work due to license is for the original computer.

    It works in the beginning as it was not yet activated.

    Once you use, the Windows 7 will get activated, hence it failed.
    Failed is due to this Windows 7 is for the original computer that was activated.


    To transfer the Win 7 to another computer, i am not sure;
    Just wait for someone who able to guide you, if any.
    Thanks Sir for your replies :)
    I re-installed Win 7 already then still this HDD want originally Desktop.
    Also previous desktop is thrown away cause of MB problem .
    Now what should i do ?
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  6. Posts : 3,724
    Windows 10x64 Build 1709
       #6

    You could call Microsoft and ask if they will transfer the license for you, but good luck with that. You'll probably have to buy another retail copy.
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  7. Posts : 14
    Windows 7 Ultimate x86
    Thread Starter
       #7

    I changed SATA port and loaded defaults of motherboard .
    IT WORKED !!!!
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