However, if your Windows install disk is from a computer manufacturer the disk might be locked to the motherboards BIOS which would prevent you from being able to install Windows on a …

Sep 2, 2021 · The motherboard manufacturer either originally supports and supplies drivers for a list of particular operating systems, or they don't. You menti9n 8.1, then revert to mentioning 8.

Jun 3, 2020 · The OEM license key is burned into the ROM of the motherboard. If you replace the old motherboard with a new one then you need to buy a Windows license even if the other …

Jul 29, 2019 · This is likely an issue with your hardware such as the motherboard or the version of Windows 10 you are trying to install. If you are trying to install Windows 10 1903, switch to an …

Nov 17, 2010 · Based on the information above, it appears, sadly, that I won't be able to simply plug my OS hard drive into the new motherboard and everything work as expected, due to …

I think everything was on the original hard drive. I am trying to copy all of the files to a new hard drive but since the old one has some problems it has hung up on 74% for hours. If I install a …

Feb 13, 2018 · It's embedded in the BIOS. If you want to install Windows 10, just grab the latest ISO, create boot media, install (skipping any entry of a product key) and it should activate just …

Sep 15, 2020 · A. Generally, an end user can upgrade or replace all of the hardware components on a computer— except the motherboard —and still retain the licence for the original Microsoft …

Oct 21, 2014 · Hello, I recently put a new motherboard in my desktop Pc. And reinstalled windows 8.1. But now my ethernet connection that previously was fine just givese the ethernet doesn't …

Then if necessary continue with the other steps to go over your install most thoroughly. 3) Update your drivers and BIOS/UEFI firmware from PC or motherboard maker's Support Downloads …