Vista 64 re-install

[RikoSuave]

Sorry if this has been posted but I couldn't find an exact answer in the search.

I had a MoBo go bad on me after about 2 weeks and Vista was done as a clean install. I sent the board back for an RMA and will build my PC again.

Since I'll be using the same hardware, will I be able to install Vista again or will I have to buy another copy? I got the OEM verision from a retailer.

Thanks,

Riko

 

[SIW2]

Hi RikoSuave,

If the new mobo is identical to the old , you may be ok.

If not, you might try ringing M$ using the freephone on the phone activation page. Explain you had to change your mobo. I have heard that couple of people say they were able to activate that way.

See point 9 here

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/84488-activate-vista-phone.html

Good Luck

SIW2

 

[RikoSuave]

Thanks SIW2!

I've had luck in the past with Millenium and XP by phone and thought that might work but just wanted to confirm from someone here.

I know that the Vista install marries the MoBo and Chip but there should be some way to get help when hardware issues crop up.

Cheers,

Riko