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License Question

  • 23-06-2018 08:51PM
    #1
    pointywalnut
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 65 ✭✭


    Many years ago I purchased Windows 7, as there was no upgrade path from Vista to Windows 7. When Windows 8 was launched I purchased the upgrade to Windows 8 pro, and then upgraded to Windows 10 Pro.

    I am thinking of upgrading my PC, new motherboard, processor and ram. Would I need a new license , or could I keep my existing license.


Comments

  • #2
    Capt'n Midnight
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 96,484 Mod ✭✭✭✭Capt'n Midnight


    Microsoft licensing can be a nightmare.

    But usuall

    If the original Windows 7 had a transferrable licence then yes probably.

    If you bought an OEM copy of windows 7 then no.
    OEM locks upgrade licences to the original hardware :mad:

    If's a second hand corporate licence then it depends


  • #3
    pointywalnut
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 65 ✭✭pointywalnut


    Eventually I upgraded, and had to get a new license. The free upgrade to Windows 10 does not transfer to a new motherboard


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