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I just do a clean full install if I have a major hardware problem that requires a HDD change for example and activate with the same key as before.
As far as I'm concerned I built the system... therefore I manufactured the system. I'm not defrauding Microsoft or attempting to sell on a OEM version of the OS for monetairy gain. The software stays within my control. Technically a completely different MB is a problem but phone and see.
this is straight from a Microsoft (MSFT CGS)
the sky won't fall on your head tomorrow
Microsoft write air tight EULA's but they are not above commensense if you folllow the guidelines for re-activation
As far as I'm concerned I built the system... therefore I manufactured the system. I'm not defrauding Microsoft or attempting to sell on a OEM version of the OS for monetairy gain. The software stays within my control. Technically a completely different MB is a problem but phone and see.
this is straight from a Microsoft (MSFT CGS)
After replacing the motherboard, please perform the following steps to re-activate Windows 7 by phone.
1. Click Start, type SLUI 4.exe into Search box and press Enter.
2. Select the nearest location and click Next.
3. Call the number provided on the page and use the Confirmation ID provided to re-activate Windows 7.
the sky won't fall on your head tomorrow

Microsoft write air tight EULA's but they are not above commensense if you folllow the guidelines for re-activation
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