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Discussions tagged with 'spare pc' on WindowsForum.com focus on using a secondary computer for testing or temporary setups. Topics include transferring a Windows 10 digital license by moving an SSD from a broken PC to a spare machine, upgrading a spare PC running the Windows 10 Preview to the full version, and performing a clean Windows 8 installation on a spare PC without internet to skip account prompts and updates. These threads highlight practical troubleshooting and installation strategies for spare hardware.
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    Windows 10 Can I install my Windows 10 digital licensed SSD in my spare pc?

    I have a custom PC that now has a bad motherboard. I have a good spare pc I can put in service. Can I just install this drive and use it?
    • geno368
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    • custom pc digital license hardware installation motherboard pc repair spare pc ssd upgrade windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 Windows 10 Invitation

    So I noticed that if you run Windows 7, Windows 8, or 8.1, then you'll get an invitation for Windows 10. What if my spare computer is currently running the Windows 10 Preview? It had 8.1 until I installed the preview for it. It's not a big deal, but is there a way I can upgrade it to the full...
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    Windows 8 Windows 8 Installation; Internet Connected or Not To Be Connected?

    I have noticed a slight variance during the installation of Windows 8 while the PC is connected to the internet and while it is not. Not being connected seems to be a little faster as it does not ask to sign in with your Windows Live ID, nor does is ask if you want to sign in with a Microsoft...
    • Adamsappleone
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    • activation clean install custom install final version installation internet access operating system password performance service pack spare pc speccy speed test system specs update user experience username windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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