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02-28-2017 08:40 AM
hi upgrading cpus as below
1. elite 8100sff i3 550 to i5 -750
2. elite 8300usdt G630 to i5-3470s
both will not post-no beeps but lights & fans on - then after 2-3 mins both fans go to max. what am I doing wrong or missed steps?
thank you
03-03-2017 11:37 AM - edited 03-03-2017 11:48 AM
Latest BIOS ??
You are running Windows 10 (function differently that earlier Microsoft OS)
A CHANGE in Computer Hardware Config (Processors) .... which the Win10 OS detects .... creates a Win10 License Exception
PATIENCE REQUIRED (I have seen up to 5 minutes with some computers).
Best to have an Internet connection for computer to contact Microsoft license activation servers.
According to Gabriel Aul, Vice President of Engineering for the Windows & Devices group at Microsoft, you can contact MS support from within Windows 10, explain your situation, and they’ll assist to activate Windows 10.
License Activation Process changed with Windows 10 Anniversary Edition
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