I recently upgraded to a new motherboard, but I'm facing some issues. I believe I had a Windows activation key tied to my old motherboard. When I switched to the new one, it still shows that Windows is activated. Everything else seems fine, but my Wi-Fi only works on Google. Apps like Discord keep loading without starting, and Steam opens, but the store page appears black with blue text, indicating no connection. Do you think the Windows key is causing this, or could there be another issue at play?
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It sounds like you just plugged in your SSD with Windows installed, right? Sometimes, switching motherboards can cause driver conflicts or other issues. I’d suggest checking your network drivers and possibly reinstalling them. You might also want to run the Windows troubleshooter for additional help.
If Windows is activated, the key itself isn't likely the problem. It might just be that some drivers aren’t set up properly for your new motherboard. Try installing the latest drivers from the motherboard manufacturer’s website. Additionally, clearing any cached data from apps could help resolve loading issues.
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