Windows 7 Installing windows 7 on different computer

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Chuck Lynch

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Hi. My dell computer completely died. Im in the process of building a new computer. Can i use the windows 7 disc on my new computer
 
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OK. That is an Installation DVD. and a retail version of Win 7 product key.
But you still have one insurmountable problem..... a valid product key.
The rule is .......one product key, one install.
I am assuming that you did not uninstall Win 7 before the computer died..........
Although your Dell has " died ", as far as Microsoft is concerned, the Win 7 product key is still considered installed.
Therefore you cannot use the key again. If you do, you will get the error message such as " product key is in use ", and you won't be able to activate the new install.

You can try calling Microsoft and explain the situation. They might issue you a new product key.........IF you are lucky.
Otherwise, you are stuck with buying a new license...
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First and foremost, you have to have a valid Win 7 product key for installation.

Did the Win 7 come pre-installed in the Dell computer ?
If yes, the product key is an OEM key. It is NOT transferrable.

Which means, you'll have to buy a new license.

If you buy a new license, it will come with an Installation DVD and a new product key. That makes your original Dell Win 7 disc irrelevant.

Besides, it is not usual that a computer with pre-installed Win 7 also comes with an installation disc. It could be a recovery disc which will be no good for new installation.

So, if you provide more info..........
 
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I upgraded it from Xperia to windows 7. I bought the disks from a store

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OK. That is an Installation DVD. and a retail version of Win 7 product key.
But you still have one insurmountable problem..... a valid product key.
The rule is .......one product key, one install.
I am assuming that you did not uninstall Win 7 before the computer died..........
Although your Dell has " died ", as far as Microsoft is concerned, the Win 7 product key is still considered installed.
Therefore you cannot use the key again. If you do, you will get the error message such as " product key is in use ", and you won't be able to activate the new install.

You can try calling Microsoft and explain the situation. They might issue you a new product key.........IF you are lucky.
Otherwise, you are stuck with buying a new license.

That is as far as I know how to assist you.
 
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A mission impossible considering the OP's computer has " completely died ".
 
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