I can swap windows 7 from one pc to another?

I am told that I have to buy windows 7 to install on my new pc. I already bought a copy that is installed on my old pc which I am more able to use because of its age & performance. Is it possible to transfer my license?

Hello

It depends on if you have an OEM license preinstralled (Dell, HP, etc.), licensed OEM System Builders or a detail about Windows license if you can transfer the license.

He explains this information:

If the computer/laptop comes with the preinstalled Windows operating system (Dell, HP, Acer, etc.) or is licensed to OEM System Builders, that the product key that came with the computer/laptop is preinstalled OEM license and is not transferable.

OEM license/product key (systems of operating pre-installed on Dell, HP, etc.) and the license OEM System Builders are related to the first machine it is installed on and dies when machine who dies.

Only retail Operating System license that you buy and install yourself, are allowed to be transferred to another machine.

And retail licenses also can be installed on a machine at one time.

See you soon.

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