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Old 08-29-2005, 01:58 AM   #1
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Old XP Hdd in new System

Hi,

Just upgraded my PC, with new MB and Vid, i'll be useing the old HDD with Xp pro installed. Do i need to format and reinstall everything, or will XP recognise it as a a new PC and just ask me to validate?

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Old 08-29-2005, 04:29 AM   #2
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When you start you will have to do repair install that way you will keep your settings(keep any data and programs that you have) and install new hardware!!!

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm
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