Windows 10: Changing my MOBO and CPU a

I'm doing PC upgrades and changes entirely for my new mini-itx build.

I'm not sure about how the process would work, but what are the appropriate steps I need to undertake before making my changes?

• My personal data and files are backed up to my Onedrive, and have nothing to lose in terms of data.
• I have an additional copy of Windows 10 (but would prefer not to use it in-case I do another PC build).
• My MOBO and CPU upgrades are polar opposites of my current hardware:
  • OLD HARDWARE
    • Intel i5 6500
    • AsRock Killer MOBO
  • 
    New Hardware
    
    
  • • AMD Ryzen 7 2700x
    • Asus Strix X-470
    
    
    

This is my first time doing a particular change so guiding steps would be greatly appreciated! Things like how to wipe my hard-drive and reinstall Windows, etc.

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Windows 10 pro re-activation after the cpu and mobo change

I'm going to be going through something similar, do you have a link to the step-by-step for deactivating the OS and reactivating it on the upgraded device? And all I am changing is the Mobo, CPU and memory, the original boot drive is still going to be
used. Do you recommend a fresh install, or can I still boot from the drive as it is after the upgrade? Windows used to just recognize the change in the system, but not sure how it does this now days. Thanks.

 

Changing MOBO and CPU need help with windows

Hi, I am changing MOBO and CPU and on the MOBO i had before did have windows 10, so my question is do i need to buy a new windows 10 or will it automatically install windows 10 from my hard drive where its installed?

 

Windows 10 pro re-activation after the cpu and mobo change

Hi,

For reactivating your Windows 10 after a hardware change, you can follow the steps provided on this
article.

Let us know the outcome.