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As saltgrass says an image is another way and I concur might be simpler , and I have changed hard drives many times for my customers using fresh install or Image and not had a problem yet
Be aware you can use a regular Windows 7 retail DVD and a genuine Windows 7 OEM product key to perform a "clean install"
However, when it comes to product activation, you'll need to use the "activate by phone" method.
The important thing to match is your version so install home if your key is for home and install pro if your key is for pro etc .....
Be aware you can use a regular Windows 7 retail DVD and a genuine Windows 7 OEM product key to perform a "clean install"
However, when it comes to product activation, you'll need to use the "activate by phone" method.
The important thing to match is your version so install home if your key is for home and install pro if your key is for pro etc .....
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