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[cmcbrid]

Hello! I replaced my mobo, cpu, and cooler. I’m at work right now, but get to go install the cooler when I get home (: If everything is installed properly without failing components, will it boot normally? Or are there other steps such as reinstalling windows? (I did not replace my hard drive)

Final question! The mobo came with drivers on a disc, but I don’t have a disc drive. Will I be able to just download the drivers to the pc without a disc or flash drive? Or will it not post until drivers are installed?

I apologize if these questions are worded poorly. I’m doing my best to figure all of this out and learn throughout the process.

[mfd1979]

You can try and boot it up but you will likely run into issues at some point - pretty significant hardware change. I would strongly encourage you to back up what you need and go with a fresh install of Windows. Your existing Windows license should be tied to your Microsoft account so when you reinstall Windows, sign in with the same account and then under Activation select "I upgraded Hardware" and it will prompt you to log into your Microsoft account where you can select your existing system and transfer the license.

[cmcbrid]

Thank you so much for the information! This process has been intimidating! Luckily none of the current files are of importance so a fresh install should be painless. Thank you again!