New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

[Rambo]

have got a new p8z68 mobo,i5 cpu and 16gb ram but im going to try do this upgrade without re-installing windows 7.

Anyone done it?I can see it could be possible to manually delete drivers, repair install on win7 or maybe win 7 will pick it up and download what i need for me?.

It should be a good little experiment for me.

[Scinto]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

Its more hassle than its worth.

[CptainCrunch]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

Ive done it. Not worth it. Its better to backup your profile using the Windows Easy Transfer then after you install your clean OS, put it back.

Too much "stuff" gets left over from the previous system.

[Rambo]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

Ok thanks guys,your probably right and it sounds like you've done it and not been happy.

[5t3v0]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

Oh... wish I knew that... Probably a reason why I get lag issues with web browsers... Need to get around to it when I have the time...

[signa]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

+1 for a fresh install, otherwise windows will have a sh1t fit.

[jimykx]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

+1 for a fresh install

[5t3v0]

Re: New mobo,cpu,ram without OS re-install

Edit: DERP. I already posted... Gee you must think im a spambot or something... Though I think I will try it tonight if I have time.