Greetings Ray and etc.--
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dave Jones" <[log in to unmask]>

> Shouldn't be a BIG problem.  If there's anyway you can put the HD in another
> computer and boot into safe mode and remove all the devices from the device
> manager it will go easier, but it should work, I've done it a few times, but
> be prepared to re-install all the devices on the new system, have the
> motherboard CD handy.
>
> Dave Jones
> http://www.vdoguy.com
> http://www.airmemories.com
>
> Camel: A horse designed by committee
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Ray Whitmoyer" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2003 6:45 AM
> Subject: [PCBUILD] New system, needing help
>
>
> > I have been using an AMD Duron 1.3G with 60G HD, 512MB Memory and
> > running WinXP Pro as an operating system. I have just completed putting
> > together a 2.2 AMD Athlon and want to start using this as the main
> > computer. Is there anyway I can just put m old hard drive in the new
> > unit and keep all data and programs? I cannot afford to lose what I have
> > on it.
> >
> > Ray Whitmoyer
> >

In terms of the transplant of the hard disk and removal of
all devices, the operation shouldn't be a big deal, however;
M$'s 'activation policies' may kick in if the hardware configuration
change is considered "too radical."

Sorry to throw a potential wrench in things.

HTH,

Paul A. Shippert


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