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sceptre

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If I am getiing a new HD how do I get my OS on the new one....use my recovery disk??? I don't wnat anything but software from my old HD on the new one....No files
 
On a prebuilt system with the version of Windows already preinstalled you will have a problem when simply replacing the old one. If you are adding the new drive to see more drive space available leaving Windows intact on the original all you need to do is partition and format the new drive and use it for storage and backing up files there.

But without a full install disk for Windows you would have to bring it in to the dealer or a licensed repari shop to see Windows installed for you for a service fee. The other option is used commonly by those who build their own cases by simply buying an OEM copy for system builders of the version they plan to run.
 
Some will say use a cloning software. But businesses will see use for those since they will often have dozens of identical systems with the exact same model hard drive used in those. The clean install method insures a brand new master boot record or mbr is created for Windows to load correctly. This also includes the new hardware profile created then.
 
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