Windows 10: New Computer requires new Motherboard - Possible Corrupted Primary

Howdy Folks! *Smile
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My new computer came with a bad motherboard *Sad which will be replaced tomorrow by a Dell technician.
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Prior to the crash I created a Macrium verified Primary image file on an external drive. However I don't have a Macrium Rescue Disk.
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Due to events leading up to the crash I have concerns my system files may be corrupted.
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I have a Recovery USB created shortly after setting up the machine per Dell's manual, but am not 100% sure it will work. (Old 32 GB USB 2.0)
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I want to be prepared for the worst ...
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Can I download Windows PE on my laptop and use it on the desktop, or must the WinPE be made on the computer it's restoring?
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All comments will be very much appreciated!
Thanks to All in advance,
*Cool

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Reactivating Windows 10 with new motherboard

Plugging it into the new motherboard should be enough, but create a recovery drive in case you need to perform a startup repair:

• How
  to: Create a Recovery Drive for reinstalling Windows 10

The fact that you don't have a license key concerns me. If Windows 10 came preinstalled on your computer, you can't transfer it to a new computer or motherboard. You will need to purchase an entirely new license.

Learn more about transferring licenses:

• How to Transfer your Windows 10 License to a New Computer

 

New motherboard

How was Windows 10 setup on your computer?

Was it the free upgrade to Windows 10 from a preinstalled OEM Windows 7 or Windows 8 license?

If it was, then you can't transfer it to a new motherboard.

Was it the free upgrade to Windows 10 from a retail store bought Windows 7 or Windows 8 license?

Then, yes, you can transfer it.

If its retail, the first thing I would make sure you do is link your license to your Microsoft Account:

• Use a Digital
  License to Manage and Activate Windows 10

Shutdown your computer, open the system unit, remove the old motherboard, install the new motherboard, connect your hard disk, then boot the system.

Windows 10 will automatically reconfigure itself then boot up.

Sign in.

If Windows 10 does not automatically reactivate, you can wait a few days.

If not, open Start > Settings > Update & security > Activation > Troubleshoot

Sign in

Click Next, then choose your computer from the list of machines.

 

is it possible to hand build a motherboard?

Might I suggest you simply build a computer, making notes and taking pictures step by step. Most people (probably including your teacher) have no idea even where to start building a computer. You'll do fine, and if you get stuck we're here to help ya out! *Toast :toast: