[DellMere16]

Yes, I do know this is a nub question, but how would I get my software from the HDD now to new HDD? Might get a 320GB one soon.

[shmuelmr]

you can do cloning to the new HDD

or reinstall windows from the disc you got with the computer

[DellMere16]

Originally Posted by shmuelmr

you can do cloning to the new HDD

or reinstall windows from the disc you got with the computer

I have Windows 7 Pro full version, could I use the product key for the genuine version again?

[jovian]

Yes, Windows keys can be used multiple times but may require calling Microsoft for an activation code. When activating windows it will either accept the key or walk you through the steps of contacting Microsoft and activation over the phone.

If you are asked to call its very easy and take only 5 minutes. I do suggest that instead of saying each number use your phones keypad instead. This helps with the system not mistaking what you say.

[rrfranczak3]

Originally Posted by DellMere16

Yes, I do know this is a nub question, but how would I get my software from the HDD now to new HDD? Might get a 320GB one soon.

for a couple more bucks go for a 500gb or a 640gb...just my 0.02..

There is no such thing as too much disk space..............

Also: try to get a Western Digital Scorpio Blue Drive....they are like the best available

[DellMere16]

Thanks, I have used the key twice, that's all, and I got a lot of money, so I am most likely getting that and 2GB RAM soon, but I'm debating if I should pay $25 more for a 500GB- won't be of any use more, but might run faster, and makes it more impressive, what do you think?

[rrfranczak3]

it wont run any faster....and I would go for the 640gb..its only money

[DellMere16]

I might just go with 500GB, and if I did that, along with 2GB Ram, I could put in 64-Bit Windows 7- right?

[rrfranczak3]

wrong, the 10v will not run 64bit anything.....it must be 32bit...the new 1012 from what I hear will run 64bit..but with only 1 or 2gb of RAM its basically a waste of time being where the machine wont really use the 64bit technology you really need at least 4gb to run 64bit, but in your case the processor wont allow for 64bit anyway

[formerglory]

If you are looking for a good program to clone over your drive with, check out Partition Wizard. It's a free program that's similar to Partition Magic. I've been using it a lot lately to clone installs to and from various hard drives (in my desktop and GF's Mini 10v). It works really well, with both HDDs and SSDs. It also even does secure drive wiping.

/Not associated with them, just a big fan.