Windows 7 upgrade license dvd for installation complete?

I bought a box PC with Vista installed a paid to get windows 7 upgrade dvd.

The computer has since died. and I wonder is my product key for windows 7 valid for a full install on a new empty hard disk for the new PC I build or what I have to buy a new copy of Windows 7?

Even if a upgrade license can be transferred to another computer, unfortunately this computer must have a license of qualification. This does mean that it cannot be applied to a clean PC then Yes, you may need to purchase a new license.

If this isn't a brand PC just to check the label of the COA of the former. It is unlikely, but if it was not an OEM license in the 1st place it would be moved.

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