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Discus and support does restore pc to new computer remove it from old computer in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; i got a new laptop and when i was starting it it asked if i wanted to restore from my old pc, however id still want to use both, would restoring it on... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by maren n, Aug 20, 2024.

  1. maren n Win User

    does restore pc to new computer remove it from old computer


    i got a new laptop and when i was starting it it asked if i wanted to restore from my old pc, however id still want to use both, would restoring it on this new laptop erase everything on my pc, or should i set it up as a new pc, just a little confused. i don’t want to lose the stuff on my pc and i’d like it if both of them could work simultaneously

    :)
     
    maren n, Aug 20, 2024
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  2. spunk Win User

    Restore windows to new PC questions?

    Here is step by step instructions for restoring your Macrium Reflect image Macrium Software | Restoring a System Image with Macrium Reflect 8 You can only have one Microsoft License Activated at a time. If you no longer are using Windows with that license you have to deactivate it, then you can reuse it in another computer, unless it is an OEM license from the computer manufacturer How to deactivate and uninstall Windows Product Key How to Remove Windows 10/11 Digital License from Old Computer - MiniTool If your old computer starts working again, you can type a New Windows License in Settings/System/Activation.
     
    spunk, Aug 20, 2024
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  3. tater Win User
    Need ideas for new computer

    if this is an upgrade computer... then i wouldnt suggest buying new ones and wasting $200-$300 on new ones.., especially if all the old stuff works fine
     
    tater, Aug 20, 2024
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    New computer/old computer

    I've bought a new computer, how do I restore the old computer to original settings before sending it off to recycle heaven?
     
    Shipster54, Aug 20, 2024
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