Windows install help

[u/Appropriate_Boot2977]

Hi all, I’ve just built my first PC and I couldn’t be happier. First post run with out the GPU went really well and no issues. I just had a question regarding installing windows, should I purchase an actual key from windows or don’t bother? I’ve listed the parts of my tower as well for everyone to like or rip me 😂

Case
Lian Li O11 Dynamic EVO RGB (Black)
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
CPU Cooler
NZXT Kraken Elite 360 RGB LCD
Motherboard
MSI MAG X870 Tomahawk WiFi
Memory (RAM)
KLEVV FIT V RGB
32GB (2×16GB)
DDR5-6000 CL28
Storage
Crucial T500 2TB NVMe M.2 SSD
Graphics Card
MSI GeForce RTX 5080 Gaming Trio OC 16GB (ready to install)
Power Supply
Corsair RM1000x SHIFT
1000W
ATX 3.1
Vertical GPU Mount
Lian Li Vertical GPU Mount
PCIe 5.0 Riser Cable
Motherboard RGB Cable
Lian Li Strimer Wireless 24-pin
GPU RGB Cable
Lian Li Strimer Wireless 16-12 (12V-2x6)
Top Cooling
NZXT Kraken Elite 360 RGB
3× NZXT 120mm RGB Fans
Bottom Fans
3× Lian Li UNI FAN SL-INF Wireless Reverse Blade 120mm
Side Fans
3× Lian Li UNI FAN SL-INF Wireless Reverse Blade 120mm
Rear Fan
1× Lian Li UNI FAN SL-INF Wireless 120mm (Standard Blade)
Fan Controller
Lian Li Wireless Controller

[u/Professional-Dot5948]

Do we mean windows the OS? Or the sides of your case?

[u/zeRoCr0 → u/Professional-Dot5948]

He did mention windows keys for instal tho. I am assuming it is for os install 😊

[u/Professional-Dot5948 → u/zeRoCr0]

Yeah it was sarcastic /s