Windows 10: Reactivate windows 10 after a big hardware change

I recently upgraded my PC and I changed everything. Literally, everything (except the GPU, can't afford yet)


My previous installation was:

CPU: i3-4160

Mobo: Asus H81M-D

Installation: Kingston A400 SSD


My new system is:

CPU: Ryzen 5 2600x

Mobo: MSI B450M Mortar

Installation: Transcend M.2 SSD


I still have my old system but the problem is that I can no longer access the SSD since it got fried.


I tried the troubleshoot method and the previous device is listed but when I pressed on activate I will get a "Unable to activate Windows"

:)

 

Windows 10 reactivation on hardware changes

Hi Florea,

It is possible that Windows won't be able to identify your computer correctly that is why the operating system is not activated. To address your issue, we suggest that you follow the steps in this
article on how to reactivate your Windows 10 after a hardware change.

Let us know if you need further assistance.

 

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