Windows 10 Moving windows from an old pc to a new one

[JoesPC1234]

Hello I am looking to build my own computer soon and have an old laptop that is never used. I was wondering if it is possible to take windows off the old laptop and put it onto the new computer. Thanks for any help

 

[Neemobeer]

If it's the copy of Windows that came with the laptop then the answer is no. These are generally OEM licenses and they are not legally transferable. Also if it's Windows 7 or older it will not run on newer hardware since there isn't driver support typically.

 

[JoesPC1234]

If it's the copy of Windows that came with the laptop then the answer is no. These are generally OEM licenses and they are not legally transferable. Also if it's Windows 7 or older it will not run on newer hardware since there isn't driver support typically.

and it wouldnt work if i booted the new pc off the drive in my laptop?

 

[Neemobeer]

No the license is tied to the motherboard.

 

[JoesPC1234]

No the license is tied to the motherboard.

Okay thanks