Which copy of Win 7 to use after dismantling 2 computers to build 1


  1. Aussiegreg
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    Which copy of Win 7 to use after dismantling 2 computers to build 1


    My daily use computer is becoming a bit slow and overloaded. [ComputerA]
    I have another computer which I used mainly for playing games[ComputerB]
    Both are similar AMD builds, but B has a better CPU and Mobo.
    Both have different, genuine, Win7 installed and activated
    When I build the new machine, is there any advantage as to which Win 7 I use, in terms of activation?
    Both copies of Win7 are store-bought....not OEMs
    Any thoughts please.
    Thanks AG
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  3. Britton30
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    If both are the full retail version it would make no difference. Retail versions aren't tied to hardware as OEMs are. If it has been about 6 months since your last activation you probably just install and active over the internet noramally.
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  4. NoelDP
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    Win 7 x64 Home Premium (and x86 VirtualBox VM)/Win10
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    You say store-bought - that doesn't preclude them being OEM System Builder licenses.
    If they came with both 32 and 64-bit disks, they are Retail - if with only one disk, then OEM System Builder.
    If they are System Builder, you should use the one associated with the motherboard currently in use in the 'new' machine - it will have been locked to that one at the first activation.
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  6. Aussiegreg
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    Thanks to NoelDP and Britton30, for replying. Both sets contain both disks, so looks like I can use either without problems.
    Guess I'm going to have a spare copy!
    Thanks again for taking the time to reply.
    Regards AG
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  7. Britton30
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    You're welcome, enjoy the semi-new build. I've slapped together two "Frankenstein" builds myself.
    https://www.sevenforums.com/overclock...ml#post1761466

    https://www.sevenforums.com/overclock...ml#post1933836
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