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March 26th, 2016 17:00
Reinstalling Windows 8 (or 10) after replacing hard drive
I need to replace the hard drive on my Inspiron 13-5323. It came with the factory "injected" Windows 8 on the motherboard. I subsequently upgraded to Windows 8.1, then Windows 10. With no Windows disk and no product key, how can I reinstall Windows onto the new hard drive?
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March 27th, 2016 17:00
The product key is embedded in the UEFI BIOS it will automatically be input with Windows 8.1 (with update 2 media) or Windows 10 TH2 installation media. Follow the instructions here to download and create a Bootable USB (for UEFI BIOS):
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1RkaknDn7v-Ucth4gt0U3BHVSY7oNkWr
http://dellwindowsreinstallationguide.com/download-windows-10-oem-and-retail-iso/
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March 27th, 2016 20:00
Philip, thanks for your help. Illinichip