New Mobo=New Windows XP?

wondergimp

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• Dec 1, 2004

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I have a Dell and was thinking about getting a new mobo so I would have AGP. If I just changed mobos and kept the old HD(w/XP on it), would I have to reinstall XP with the new mobo? I am trying to get around buying a new OS.

 

Sentential

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• Dec 1, 2004

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wondergimp said:

I have a Dell and was thinking about getting a new mobo so I would have AGP. If I just changed mobos and kept the old HD(w/XP on it), would I have to reinstall XP with the new mobo? I am trying to get around buying a new OS.

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Yes....sadly you would need to re-install the OS if you change the mobo.

 

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• Dec 1, 2004

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I would suggest buying an OEM of Windows XP Home or Pro. It is alot cheaper, and it is legal. It costs alot more to buy XP in a shrink-wrapped box.

 

CrystalMethod

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• Dec 1, 2004

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You may be able to get away with reparing your installation of windows instead of re-installing. It's still best to back up up anything you want to keep then format and re-install fresh.

 

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