Reinstallation


  1. Posts : 1
    Windows 7 Professional 64 bit
       #1

    Reinstallation


    Hello all.

    Frustrated user here. I recently took the plunge and made the switch to a 64 bit system, upgrading processor, RAM, and OS in the process. I installed and activated my Windows 7 OS yesterday, which is an OEM product.

    I can't seem to get the system to run stable with the 16gb of RAM that I have, and I've pinned it down to the Motherboard. So I am planning on purchasing a new Mobo, and reinstalling Windows again. Will I be able to use the same serial # when reinstalling since it's already been activated?

    Is it possible to install a new Motherboard without reinstalling Windows? Thanks for any and all help.
      My Computer


  2. Posts : 11,408
    ME/XP/Vista/Win7
       #2

    I installed and activated my Windows 7 OS yesterday, which is an OEM product.
    Your OEM product will stay with the old MOBO.
    but

    Is it possible to install a new Motherboard without reinstalling Windows?
    YES
    Take a look at this tutorial:
    Windows 7 Installation - Transfer to a New Computer
      My Computer


 

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