How Can I reactivate Windows 10 on Aspire a315-23 ?
GopikrishnanR
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Please tell me how I can reactivate Windows 10 on my Aspire a315-23. I am planning to put in a new M.2 SSD and fresh install windows 10 onto it.
My questions are-
1. Can I do that even without booting the laptop for the first time? or should I set it up first then proceed with the fresh install ?
2. Is the activation key available anywhere on the laptop ? (on the backside etc. ) (also would entering the key be enough to activate it after reinstall ?)
I know I can do it by signing in with a microsoft account to retain activation but I would prefer installing windows on the SSD first !
Thank You !
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No, don't wipe the HDD yet, remove it from the laptop and install M.2 SSD, proceed with your fresh installation in the M.2 SSD, once you are satisfied with installation you can format the original HDD.
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Hi,
1.If you have the installation media prepared, you can install the M.2 SSD and carry out the fresh install, if not you have to do the setup and create the installation media(USB stick).
2. You don't need to insert the activation key manually, it's embedded in your system and will activation is done automatically.
I would suggest you setup your installation first in the original HDD, create a bootable installation media, then remove the HDD, install the M.2 SSD and carryout fresh installation.
Clean Install Windows 10 | Tutorials (tenforums.com)
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I already have a Windows 10 Install USB on me.So is it safe to wipe the HDD while installing Windows onto the SSD and I'll have no problem activating ?0
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No, don't wipe the HDD yet, remove it from the laptop and install M.2 SSD, proceed with your fresh installation in the M.2 SSD, once you are satisfied with installation you can format the original HDD.
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Thanks again @brummyfan20
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