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Discussions about moving a hard drive between computers often involve Windows 10 licensing issues. Users report that Windows 10 is tied to the original hardware, making it difficult to simply transfer a drive to a new machine and have it work without reactivation. Common themes include troubleshooting boot failures, dealing with driver conflicts, and understanding Microsoft's activation policies. If you are planning to move a hard drive to a different PC, be prepared to potentially reinstall Windows or contact support for license transfer. The tag covers real-world experiences and solutions for successfully migrating a hard drive while preserving data and functionality.
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    Windows 10 Reviving Windows 10 on harddrive

    Hey guys, My PC croaked on me what has been 3 years ago now. I tried moving my hard drive to a different computer and that's when I discovered Windows 10 is very particular about what computer it's on with the licensing. Gone are the days apparently of just moving a hard drive to a new...
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support