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stephenroberts999
11 months agoCollaborator | Level 9
How can I add a new PC to my existing Dropbox account?
I have an existing Free Dropbox account, currently with 3 computers on the account. I want to remove one PC to be able to add in a W-11 PC to my account. I'm thinking the approach would be:
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- 11 months ago
Hi stephenroberts999, thanks for contacting us!
You're correct in your thinking, you can delete the computer or mobile device from the Dropbox site.
When you only have two devices, you'll be able to install and sign into the app on your new PC.
If you need any further assistance, please let me know!
Jay
Dropbox Staff
Hi stephenroberts999, thanks for contacting us!
You're correct in your thinking, you can delete the computer or mobile device from the Dropbox site.
When you only have two devices, you'll be able to install and sign into the app on your new PC.
If you need any further assistance, please let me know!
stephenroberts999
11 months agoCollaborator | Level 9
Hi Jay!
Thanks for your reply.
My secondary question was if the PC that I remove from the currently-active 3, will the removed PC still show in the list of previous devices which have been associated with my account? In case I want to re-activate it among the 3 active PCs.
Thanks!
-Steve
- Jay11 months agoDropbox Staff
It should appear there, however, if you decide to reconnect it, then the system would determine it to be a different device.
- stephenroberts99911 months agoCollaborator | Level 9
Thank you Jay! I appreciate your help.
-Steve
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