will i be able to reactivate XP...

[zombine210]

if i change the cpu and memory?
i've already upgraded the graphics card from a 3870.

i'm building a new pc and want to use the cpu and memory from my current system, so i bought other parts to put in instead.

will reactivating be a hassle?

if not allowed, can i take the key and use it for the new system? it would be like replacing a mobo instead (with current cpu/memory).

 

[zombine210]

well, i did it, i upgraded the ram and cpu. windows xp didn't ask me to reactivate, so i guess that's that.

 

[hondro]

yeah idt it'll make u reactivate, if it does, then yes, you can use the key from your last install

 

[Shane]

yeah idt it'll make u reactivate, if it does, then yes, you can use the key from your last install

I highly doubt it will,usualy its only when you change motherboards this happens

 

[fmw]

I've had it happen even with changes as simple as a graphics card. The key allows you to install it x number of times. When you exceed that, you will need to go through telephone activation which is a hassle but quite doable. Take care.

 

[Bodaggit23]

I've never had to reactivate after a component change, and I've replaced everything in that machine except the board.

 

[AlienMenace]

The only time I to reactivate was when I reformatted the computer.

 

[a7xnck]

yes.. when u activate windows, microsoft checks(online) to make sure its the only computer connected(online).. so if ur other one's in the dumpster it's good