I want to re install windows 8 OEM in hopes of fixing a computer issue. It is a custom built pc and i have only used windows 8 OEM on it. If i want to re install my software will i run across any issues? such as it can only be installed once? Key code not working after the first time?
I still have the key code. all the components of the pc are the same. Can i reinstall windows 8 OEM as many times as i like on the same computer? (this is my biggest question just in case I ever need to do it again)
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I still have the key code. all the components of the pc are the same. Can i reinstall windows 8 OEM as many times as i like on the same computer? (this is my biggest question just in case I ever need to do it again)
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The OEM version of Windows 8 once installed on a specific computer, can never be installed on any other computer, EVER.
The OEM version also does not include free Tech Support from Microsoft. As the "System Builder" you are required to provide Windows Tech Support, because you are the Original Equipment Manufacturer, the OEM.
And, to answer your specific question, W 8 OEM can be re-installed on ONLY the original PC approximately once every 6 months, otherwise Microsoft thinks you're a Software PIRATE.
TIP: And, never lose track of the OEM Activation Code, either. Microsoft may refuse to replace it if you lose it.
The OEM version also does not include free Tech Support from Microsoft. As the "System Builder" you are required to provide Windows Tech Support, because you are the Original Equipment Manufacturer, the OEM.
And, to answer your specific question, W 8 OEM can be re-installed on ONLY the original PC approximately once every 6 months, otherwise Microsoft thinks you're a Software PIRATE.
TIP: And, never lose track of the OEM Activation Code, either. Microsoft may refuse to replace it if you lose it.
Source(s):
Microsoft's End User License Agreement (EULA) which comes with every Windows Installation DVD