To replace your hard drive and keep your Windows license, use disk cloning software like Qiling Disk Copy to clone your existing hard drive to the new one, ensuring that all your data and Windows license are transferred seamlessly.

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Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use Qiling Disk Copy:

• Download Qiling Disk Copy on your computer.
• Connect the new hard disk, and check that your system recognizes the new hard disk.
• Select the "Disk Mode" in Qiling Disk Copy.
• Select the old hard drive as the source disk and the new hard drive as the destination disk, ensuring the correct disks are chosen to avoid overwriting the destination disk. (Copy the contents of the old hard drive to the new hard drive.)
• Before starting, double-To check the disk layout, you can use the `df` command in Linux or macOS, or the `chkdsk` command in Windows. This will display information about the disk space usage, including the total size, used space, and available space.
• To start the cloning process, click the "Proceed" button, and Qiling Disk Copy will begin cloning your old hard drive to the new one.
• When the cloning procedure is completed, turn off your computer, and swap the original hard drive with the newly cloned one.
• Start your computer with only the new hard disk plugged in. The system should boot normally, with all of your files and Windows license still intact. This ensures that the new drive is recognized by the system and can be properly configured.

Using disk cloning software, such as Qiling Disk Copy, allows for a smooth transition to a new hard drive while keeping your Windows license intact, but always back up your data beforehand to avoid potential data loss or drive failure.

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