So I finally saved my pocket money and bought Ryzen. I figured since Linux had all the drivers in the kernel I might try just booting the same install on the new MB, CPU and Ram.
It seems to work ok. And I am swimming in threads now going from 2 cores to 8 cores.
Is there any pitfalls I may be overlooking just changing platforms and using the same install ?
For graphics it is unchanged an RX 480 running AMDGPU built into the kernel. The install is Fedora 25.
I dont upgrade my PC very often so I thought I would ask for comments.
on linux, probably not many, unless you have explicitly loaded specific intel drivers (which will then load even if the hardware no longer exists) .
on windows you will have all kinds of issues as windows probably wont even start or it might start to startup then a BSOD.
according to $micro$oft you need to reinstall and purchase a new key for your new hardware, even if you're replacing failed hardware... yes there is a way around this and it's even provided by $micro$oft. if anyone is interested i'll detail it in a new thread.
and bought Ryzen. I figured since Linux had all the drivers in the kernel I might try just booting the same install on the new MB, CPU and Ram.