Solved Can I use OEM Windows 7 Product Key to activate Windows on BRAND NewPC

[amandeep]

Hi there,

I have a Gateway DX-4822 that I bought in 2010. I am planning to build a custom pc and will probably be switching from Intel to AMD.

I have read that OEM License keys are linked to motherboards and can't be used on a new rig, but some people have mentioned that it's possible to call Microsoft during installation and lie about the situation to get Windows activated on new computer.

These threads are 1-2 years old, so I was just wondering if this is still a possibility? Will save me over $100.

Further, I know this is not the thread for this but I am planning to get AMD FX-6300 along with ASRock 970M PRO3 motherboard. Do you think I can use my old computer case?

 

[NoelDP]

No- it's definitely not legal to do what you propose in terms of licensing. (which is not to say that it won't work sometimes)

 

[amandeep]

I know it is not legal. I am just wondering if it is still possible. I will be starting a Master's degree in Winter so I want to save anything I can.

 

[derekimo]

I know it is not legal. I am just wondering if it is still possible. I will be starting a Master's degree in Winter so I want to save anything I can.

We're not going to help you do anything illegal. Please read the rules.

4) No piracy or discussion of piracy allowed at all. Such as software, music, videos and other intellectual property violations (e.g. downloading youtube videos locally etc).

 

[amandeep]

If you and I share the same definition of piracy, what I proposed is not piracy but more of a loophole/"workaround".

There are dozens of old threads on similar topic in this forum. Not trying to justify my reason. If you can't help, that's cool.

 

[derekimo]

No we can't help you.