Windows 10: Do I need to re-activate Windows 11 with new CPU?

Discus and support Do I need to re-activate Windows 11 with new CPU? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I know you have to re-activate windows with a new mobo, but is that also required for just a CPU upgrade?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Squishmii, Nov 14, 2022.

  1. SQUISHMII
    Squishmii Win User

    Do I need to re-activate Windows 11 with new CPU?


    I know you have to re-activate windows with a new mobo, but is that also required for just a CPU upgrade?

    :)
     
    Squishmii, Nov 14, 2022
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  2. SKIPTHIJSSEN
    skipthijssen Win User

    Can I still upgrade to Windows 11 if I change the storage drive, CPU, and motherboard?

    My PC does not meet the minimum requirements to upgrade to Windows 11 (Pro). In order to accommodate this upgrade I've bought a new storage drive, CPU, and motherboard. The new drive is much faster than the other drives, so I'd like to use it to store Windows instead of the original drive.

    • Is it possible to immediately activate Windows 11 after I install it on the new drive using an installation disk?
    • In case activation isn't possible because I don't own Windows 11 yet, would it work if I installed Windows 10 first and then upgraded to Windows 11 instead?
    • Or would it not activate either copy of Windows 10 or 11 because my PC isn't recognized as the original due to the changed parts?
    I would very much appreciate any help or suggestions.
     
    skipthijssen, Nov 14, 2022
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  3. TENFORO
    Tenforo Active Member
    Tenforo, Nov 14, 2022
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  4. SKIPTHIJSSEN
    skipthijssen Win User

    Do I need to re-activate Windows 11 with new CPU?

    Can I still upgrade to Windows 11 if I change the storage drive, CPU, and motherboard?

    Thanks for the quick reply.

    If I understood you correctly I'll have to follow the following steps:

    1. Install the new hardware with Windows 10 still on the old drive.
    2. Re-activate Windows 10 (probably requiring Microsoft Support).
    3. Move the activated Windows 10 to the new drive.
    4. Upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11.
    Is that correct?
     
    skipthijssen, Nov 14, 2022
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