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The original poster asks if a Windows drive from a custom PC with a bad motherboard can be transferred to a spare PC. A respondent confirms it is possible but advises that Windows might require re-activation due to hardware changes. Overall, the discussion confirms the transfer is feasible but may involve re-activation steps.

geno368

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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?
 

Neemobeer

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Yes but you may need to call Microsoft to re-activate it since your hardware will change.
 

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