Windows 10: Can't reactivate windows after new motherboard install

Discus and support Can't reactivate windows after new motherboard install in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; Hello, I recently installed a new motherboard and other new components, kept old hard drive though, but installed my OS onto an SSD. I am having... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by ShandelV, Dec 21, 2018.

  1. ShandelV Win User

    Can't reactivate windows after new motherboard install


    Hello,

    I recently installed a new motherboard and other new components, kept old hard drive though, but installed my OS onto an SSD. I am having trouble activating my OS, even though in my previous PC and OS are linked to my one and only Microsoft account which I am signed into after the new install. I even tried booting into my old hard drive to see if that would work, but nothing.

    I'd really not have to purchase a new license because I know I have one and it's current and genuine.

    :)
     
    ShandelV, Dec 21, 2018
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    exodusprime1337, Dec 21, 2018
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  3. WhyMe Win User
    New Motherboard and Reactivation


    I **think** that if you are replacing a broken motherboard with an identical replacement then you have a good chance of successfully re-activating your current Win10 installation

    Once you have installed your new identical motherboard to replace the broken one I recommend you do the following:
    • Speak to a Microsoft Activation Customer Service Representative on the phone.
    • You will be able to get the phone number via the activation screen in "Settings"
    • Clearly state that the motherboard used to initially activate Windows 10 had failed and needed to replaced
    • Clearly state that this is a repair and not an upgrade
    • Clearly state that you are replacing a defective motherboard with an identical like-for-like replacement (same make and model)
    • Clearly state again that this is definitely not an upgrade of your existing hardware


    FYI, I have successfully re-activated previous versions of Windows after replacing a broken motherboard with an identical make and model. I used the method to ensure success.

    If you are not 100% clear in the way you are expressing your self then you may not be successful. ie They will not re-activate if they believe you performed a major hardware upgrade

    Good luck.
     
    WhyMe, Dec 21, 2018
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  4. socklosk Win User

    Can't reactivate windows after new motherboard install

    New Motherboard and Reactivation


    I did a clean install using the free upgrade offer a few weeks ago. Sorry to say, but it really looks like I will need a new motherboard, same make and model, but will be leaving everything else the same. Do you think Microsoft will reactivate it afterwards?

    If not, I have backup images of my Windows 10, and was wondering if I could do a restore of my old system and purchase a new product code that would activate my already set up system?
     
    socklosk, Dec 21, 2018
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