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? asked in Computers & InternetHardwareDesktops · 5 years ago

same HDD new parts?

my friend has new computer parts and a HDD with a preexisting OS on it. can we get the drivers for the new components onto that OS so it will boot?

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  • ?
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    It will not boot if it's an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) operating system. OEM requires the same system board as the original. Retail or Full OSs can be installed with different hardware.

  • Bill
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    That depends on what the OS is. If it's Linux, it will probably boot. If it's Windows, you may need an installation disk.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    No. It would refuse to activate even if you did as it would identify the new machine. You need a clean install.

  • Dave
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    You might be able to, but that would not be the smart way to do it. Just reinstall. It will be so gunked up, you'll always have issues with it.

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