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Preinstallation Software Downloads Find software downloads for preinstalling Windows operating systems, servers, and applications, including:

OEM Preinstallation Kits (OPKs) to help automate and simplify preinstallation.
The latest software releases, service packs, updates, and hotfixes.

Other Useful Downloads and Links

System builder tools
System builder-specific technical bulletins
Microsoft Internet, search, and communication tools
Microsoft download and update sites

NEW! Windows 7 OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK) Now Available
The Windows 7 OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK) is now available to system builders to download. The OPK consists of tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows 7 more quickly and easily. It does not include Windows 7 software.

NEW! Microsoft Office 2010 Beta Now Available
The beta release of Office 2010 is now available to download. This is your opportunity to gain valuable experience before the release-to-manufacture (RTM) later in the first half of 2010.

OEM Preinstallation Kits and Tools

OPK/OPK Tool	Description	Updated
Microsoft OEM Preinstallation Kits	Contains links to all Microsoft OPKs.	10/12/09
Windows 7 OPK—NEW	Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows 7, Windows Vista with SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2008.	10/12/09
Windows XP Mode OPK—NEW	Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows XP Mode.	10/12/09
Windows Live OPK	Updated tools to preinstall Windows Live on new PCs.	08/25/09
Microsoft Works 9.0 and Works 8.5 OPK	You must preinstall these products to allow end users to accept or reject license terms. These OPKs will help simplify preinstallation.	01/14/09
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition for Small Business SP1 OPK	Service Pack 1 (SP1) is a rollup of previous cumulative updates, quick-fix engineering updates, and minor fixes for SQL Server 2008.	05/25/09
Internet Explorer 8 OPK	Tools and supporting documentation to preinstall Windows Internet Explorer 8 in 25 languages for Windows Server and Windows Client.	03/27/09
Windows HPC 2008 OPK	Windows Server 2008 OPK tools and documentation to help you preinstall Microsoft Windows High Performance Computing Server 2008.	11/20/08
2007 Office OPK Master Kit	Full version of the 2007 Microsoft Office OPK Master Kit for system builders who do not have the physical OPK Master Kit.	10/31/08
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition for Small Business OPK	Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition for Small Business OPK helps simplify the preinstallation process.	10/31/08
Windows EBS 2008 OPK	Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows Essential Business Server (Windows EBS) 2008 on new systems.	10/03/08
Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 OPK	Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Hyper-V Server, a standalone product that provides tools and services for creating a virtualized server computing environment.	09/12/08
Windows SBS 2008 OPK	Helps you preinstall Windows Small Business Server (Windows SBS) 2008 server software on new PCs.	08/29/08
Windows Home Server OPK	Helps you preinstall the Windows Home Server server software on new computers for distribution to end users.	08/06/08
Windows XP Service Pack 3 OPK	Rollup of hotfixes and updates issued since the Release to Manufacturing of Windows XP SP2. No other features or fixes are included.	05/08/08
.NET Framework 3.0 OPK	Allows you to install the .NET Framework 1.1 and 3.0 for 32-bit and 64-bit architectures.	12/14/06
OPK eXtender Version 1.0	Allows you to create a reinstall CD for customers and a repository of drivers, customize Windows PE builds and ISOs, and more. For Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 only.	06/15/06
Windows XP Media Center Extender OPK	Intended for use with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Update Rollup 2 documentation.	03/01/06
Windows XP Service Pack 2 / Windows Server 2003 OPK	Can be used for all deployments of Windows XP, including Windows XP SP2, as well as Windows Server 2003.	02/20/06
Windows XP Service Pack 2 OPK	Helps you preinstall Windows XP SP2 on systems you build.	09/16/05

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Windows Programs and Tools

Program/Tool	Description	Updated
Windows 7 Language Interface Packs—NEW	Provides partially translated versions of the most widely used areas of Windows.	11/11/09
Windows XP Mode—NEW	Enables you to run legacy Windows XP applications directly from the Windows 7 desktop.	10/12/09
Windows Virtual PC—NEW	Enables you to run legacy Windows XP applications directly from the Windows 7 desktop.	10/12/09
Microsoft System Builder Bypass Tool	Allows you to install critical updates on new PCs without activating or validating as required by Windows Genuine Advantage. For Windows XP and Windows Vista only.	02/24/09
Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008	Hyper-V Server is a 64-bit, standalone product that provides tools and services for creating a virtualized server computing environment.	10/31/08
Windows XP Service Pack 3	Rolls up hotfixes and updates released since Windows SP2. It does not include any new features.	04/29/08
Windows Vista Service Pack 1	Extends improved security, reliability, and compatibility.	02/06/08
Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Language Interface Packs	Provides partially translated versions of the most widely used areas of Windows.	02/06/08
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2c	Provides system builders with a new, extended range of product keys.	09/01/07
Windows Media Center OEM Customization Tools	Enables system builders to customize the Windows Media Center start menu on all computers shipping with Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows Vista Ultimate.	05/07/07

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Microsoft Office Programs and Tools

Program/Tool	Description	Updated
2007 Microsoft Office System Service Pack 2	Includes public updates, security updates, cumulative updates, and hotfixes released through February 2009, as well as previously unreleased fixes.	05/29/09
Microsoft Office Activation Assistant Update (OAA) 1.1	Allows customers to retrieve a product key to purchase or activate a 60-day 2007 Office system trial. Allows system builders to customize the OAA user interface.	07/08/08
Business Contact Manager for Microsoft Outlook 2007 Service Pack 1	Includes updates and fixes that address a number of issues impacting stability and performance.	03/10/08

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Updates and Hotfixes

Windows Vista	Description	Updated
Windows Update 958644 for Vulnerability in Server Service That Could Allow Remote Code Execution	Resolves a privately reported vulnerability in the Server service. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if an affected system received a specially crafted RPC request.	10/24/08
Windows Vista SP1 Updates for Windows Media Center	Provides native support for connecting Windows Media Center-enabled PCs running Windows Vista Home Premium or Ultimate editions to new types of Windows Media Center Extenders.	03/03/08
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Update	Helps remove specific, prevalent malicious software from computers running the Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, or Windows 2000 operating systems.	02/12/08
Windows Update 931969 for Incorrect Display of Microsoft Software License Terms in Windows Vista	Resolves Microsoft software license terms appearing in the incorrect language, or the wrong license terms being displayed, in Windows Vista.	07/19/07
Windows Update 930193 for Fatal Error When Running Sysprep on Windows Vista	Resolves a fatal error message that can occur when the Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (MSDTC) provider tries to reset its log.	02/15/07
Remote Desktop Connection (Terminal Services Client 6.0) Update	Used to connect to legacy terminal servers or remote desktops. New features are available for remote computers running Windows Vista or Windows Server 2008.	11/28/06

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Windows XP	Description	Updated
Windows XP Starter Edition Widescreen Fix	Allows Windows XP to be viewed on widescreen displays.	01/22/07
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Rollup 2	Update to Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 and instructions for preinstalling the update.	01/22/07
Windows Update 925507 for Windows XP Sysprep.exe	Updated version of the System Preparation tool (Sysprep.exe) to use when preinstalling Windows XP.	10/24/06
Windows Update 908250 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Update Rollup 2	Should be applied as a critical fix to all computers running Windows XP Media Center 2005 Update Rollup 2.	10/12/05

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Other	Description	Updated
Windows EBS Fix for Preparation and Planning Wizard Errors	Enables you to get the latest updates from Microsoft Update, which are downloaded during Windows Essential Business Server preinstallation and setup.	03/17/09
Microsoft Works 8 Spreadsheet and Database Printing Update	Removes printing errors observed when printing from the Works 8 spreadsheet or Works 8 database on a Windows Vista-based computer.	04/06/07

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Internet, Search, and Communication Tools

Tool	Description
Internet Explorer	Go to the download site for the latest version of the browser, and benefit from the secure and enhanced experience this version provides.
MSN Toolbar	Provides easy access to MSN content, Windows Live Search, Windows Live Mail, and Windows Messenger.
Windows Live Toolbar	Helps users start a search from any Web page and get better protection against phishing scams and viruses. Allows users to personalize their Web experience with custom buttons and use Windows Desktop Search to instantly find information on their PCs.
Windows Search 4.0	Helps customers find many file types located on PCs and company networks. Compatible with Windows Vista with SP1, Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, Windows 2003, and Windows Home Server.
Windows Live Messenger	Differentiate consumer PCs by adding Windows Live Messenger. Your customers can message, connect, and share instantly on the world's most popular IM network.
Windows and Live Gadgets	Differentiate Windows Vista PCs by adding Gadgets, which are mini-applications for the Sidebar. Gadgets can enable consumers to get interactive, up-to-the-minute information.

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Microsoft Download and Update Sites

Microsoft Updates
Use the Microsoft Update site to equip your systems with critical security updates, service packs, device drivers, and the latest version of Windows Media Player. Direct your customers to this site to find updates to the Windows software you have preinstalled.
Microsoft Office Updates
Find the latest downloads that are available to enhance your Microsoft Office suites, including templates, the graphic gallery, and Office e-services. Direct your customers to this site to find the latest updates to the Office software you have preinstalled.
Microsoft Download Center
Find technical files for all Microsoft products. These downloads include device drivers, service packs, and patches, as well as full products.
Microsoft Product Catalog
Search for Microsoft products in the Product and Technology Catalog.
Virus Alerts
See descriptions of the latest virus alerts and learn how to protect your system from viruses, worms, and spam.

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Technical Bulletins

System Builder Technical Bulletins
Technical bulletins, specifically for system builders, originate from the Microsoft Knowledge Base and supply timely help for a variety of technical needs.
Microsoft Knowledge Base
Search the Knowledge Base for error codes and other terms, ask a question in a Microsoft TechNet forum, read a blog, or find additional support assistance.

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Hardware

OEM 32-bit and 64-bit Software for Mice and Keyboards
Software downloads and updates for system builders help you customize your hardware to fit individual needs.
Identify and Verify the Status of Tested Hardware Products
The Windows Tested Products List for hardware is the complete reference for products that have been tested for Windows compatibility. You can use this site to easily browse, search, and validate the testing status of products your organization has purchased or is considering for purchase.

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