Windows 10: Reactivate Windows

Discus and support Reactivate Windows in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; I had windows on my PC but I uninstalled it and switched to Linux some 6 months ago or so, I would now like to put this PC back onto windows but I cant... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by Michael2Martin, Jun 11, 2025 at 1:02 AM.

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    I had windows on my PC but I uninstalled it and switched to Linux some 6 months ago or so, I would now like to put this PC back onto windows but I cant see it in my account devices for some reason, strangely I can still see it in my Microsoft store device management but that doesn't help here. Is there any way to reactivate the license on this PC? The only device I see when I troubleshoot and click "I recently changed hardware" is my laptop.If it helps, I am logged into the account with the license receipt.

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    Michael2Martin, Jun 11, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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    Reactivate Windows

    Does Windows 7 require reactivation if...

    He is using AMD already. He wants downgrading to AM3. Don't know why??

    If you change HDD + RAM simultaneously, Windows 7 needs to be reactivated. Only HDD cloning shouldn't require reactivation. As you are changing mobo + HDD (prehaps RAM upgrade too), you will surely require reactivation. If you have genuine license, you should reinstall OS (you might use Windows Easy Transfer). If you don't want to reinstall, you need to uninstall HDD, interfaces/system devices, and numerous other drivers (USB, HID, Portable devices, etc.), else your OS will be unstable.
    I will highly recommend to reinstall Windows 7 and enjoy your migration.

    A simple trick might be like this to avoid reactivation:
    1. Clone your HDD first and boot into Windows
    2. Use it for at least one week
    3. Replace mobo only without any other hardware change/upgrade and boot
    4. Use it for at least one week
    5. Do any other upgrade (RAM, Graphic card etc.)

    Don't do two simultaneous downgrades/upgrades to avoid reactivation.
     
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