Don't , if donno don't vote. reply is for explanation only.

Motherboard only, other hardware like GPU or HDD can upgrade.

juz say, "my mobo spoilt and changed to a new one"...

you can, just contact microsoft and tell them your problem.

Who voted "True"?
OEM version of Windows don't allow the re-activation of Windows after a hardware change such as adding/removing a HDD. However, some people have managed to re-activate Microsoft by calling their Technical Support and giving Supporters some bullsh*t so that it's re-activate-able.

I voted true because it happened to my sister.

She isn't into great bullsh*t (tell lie start giggle kind) and the MS operator just shut her off.

The story ended by me installing an *ahem* version of XP for her rig.

I see, darn unlucky. Actually, there are cra*ks that allow re-activation for an activation-blocked XP.

is there any legal way to reactivate the xp?

for your info in their terms and condition an OEM license only come out with a new pc if that pc dies the license die along with it.

Whatever excuse u give they will sue you.

Call MS Tech Support, and yes, plea for pardon.
OEM licenses are pretty much tied to the hardware.
Even changing of a processor might result in OS failure.

No right or wrong, just the way MS does its business.

Try calling the local MS OEM team and ask.

This post has been edited by trifecta: Dec 23 2008, 09:59 PM

yes u cant upgrade its illegal its stated in their terms and condition if u bother to read.

I doubt there's any legal way cause AFAIK, in the EULA, it mentions that it can't be re-activated once hardware has been added or removed.

My friends haven't kena sue "yet" wor?

So if the motherboard is spoilt due to lightning strike or whatsoever, user would have to purchase another OEM or retail OS for their new motherboard? It makes sense as this is one thing that makes it different from retail version, I wanted one due to its low price but not anymore as it's not transferable.

I think re-activation is more for those who reformat their PC but from what I heard it seems the rule bended in a way that hardware changes are applicable through sweet talking .

Actually, I think if you kena lightning strike or whatsoever, you may be able to call Microsoft's Technical Support and ask for a pardon to re-activate.

Actually there is few things u can upgrade without changing the license which is:
PSU (hit by lightning)
Cooling System
Optical Drive
FDD

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Added on December 24, 2008, 7:33 pmi guess i can't find a real answer here thread closed

This post has been edited by hiroki04030: Dec 24 2008, 07:33 PM