For most preinstallation scenarios the Express Deployment Tool is the right choice. However if you want to customize more variables in your operating system than the EDT allows, use these OPK tools.
| OPK |
Description |
Updated |
|---|
| Microsoft Office 2010 OPK |
Tools, documentation, and product files for preloading Office 2010 and Office Starter 2010 with SP1 on new PCs for distribution to end users. |
09/06/11 |
| Microsoft Security Essentials Version 2 SP1 OPK |
Tools and supporting documentation to preinstall Microsoft Security Essentials Version 2.0 Service Pack 1 on Windows 7-based PCs. |
06/27/11 |
| Windows Server Solutions OPK |
Tools and supporting documentation to preinstall SBS 2011 Essentials, Windows Home Server 2011, and Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 Essentials. |
04/06/11 |
| Internet Explorer 9 OPK |
Tools to preinstall Windows Internet Explorer 9 in 32 languages for Windows Server and Windows Client. |
03/15/11 |
| Windows SBS 2011 Standard OPK |
Tools and documentation to preinstall the Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard operating system. |
12/28/10 |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 OPK |
Updated tools to preinstall .NET 4.0 Framework, an integral Windows component that supports building and running applications and XML web services. |
12/15/10 |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 OPK |
Tools to preinstall .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 (Service Pack 1). For Windows Vista SP1, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows Server 2008 only. |
12/15/10 |
| Windows Live Essentials OPK |
Updated tools to preinstall Windows Live Essentials 2011 on new PCs. |
10/18/10 |
| Bing Bar OPK |
Includes the installer application as well as instructions on how to silently install Bing Bar for customers. |
06/01/10 |
| Windows 7 OPK |
Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows 7 with Service Pack 1, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1, Windows Server 2008 R2 with Service Pack 1, or Windows Server 2008. |
10/12/09 |
| Windows XP Mode OPK |
Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows XP Mode. |
10/12/09 |
| 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. |
05/25/09 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 the 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 operating system on new computers for distribution to end users. |
08/06/08 |
| Windows XP Service Pack 3 OPK |
Rollup of hotfixes and updates released 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 |
| Program/Tool |
Description |
Updated |
|---|
| Microsoft Office 2010 Service Pack 1 |
This service pack has been released as part of the updated Office 2010 OPK for system builders to install on new PCs. |
09/06/11 |
| Express Deployment Tool |
Deploy Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010, PC Essentials, and Microsoft Security Essentials onto new PCs significantly faster than with traditional OPKs. |
01/24/11 |
| Tool |
Description |
|---|
| System Builder Basics |
OPK expert James Kahle offers a practical introduction to using the Windows OPK, along with tips and tricks. |
Express Deployment Tool User’s Guide
.pdf 1.6 MB |
A step by step guide to help system builders deploy PCs with a Windows operating system, Windows Server, Office, PC Essentials, Microsoft Security Essentials, and Internet Explorer with the Express Deployment Tool. |
| Windows 7 OPK Videos and Labs |
These training documents and videos provide step-by-step guidance for preinstalling Windows 7. |
Quick Start for System Builders
.pdf 116 KB |
This guide provides instructions for a Windows installation that meets minimum legal requirements. |
Step-by-Step: Basic Windows Deployment for OEMs
.pdf 195 KB |
This guide is ideal for new users who want to learn the basics of Windows deployment. |
OPK Installation Guide for Office 2010
.pdf 383 KB |
In-depth information on how to download and use the OPK. |
Using the Office 2010 OPK (100 Level)
.zip 37.8 MB |
Introduction to the OPK to familiarize you with the basic steps to install Office 2010 on your customer's PCs. |
Using the Office 2010 OPK (200 level)
.zip 105 MB |
Information about the different installation methods for deploying Office 2010 software on new PCs. |
PC Essentials Deployment Guide
.pdf 563 KB |
Instructions for preinstalling PC Essentials, which includes Windows Live Essentials, Bing Bar, Office 2010, and browser defaults. |
Security Essentials Deployment Guide
.pdf 1.6 MB |
Instructions for preinstalling Security Essentials Version 2.0 Service Pack 1 onto new PCs for distribution to end customers. |
Windows Live Essentials Deployment Guide
.pdf 1.1 MB |
This guide explains how to use the set of tools and documentation within the Windows Live Essentials OPK to download, configure, and deploy Windows Live Essentials. |
Bing Bar Deployment Guide
.pdf 1.7 MB |
Instructions and requirements to preinstall Bing Bar onto new PCs. |
Internet Explorer 9 Installation and User Experience Guidelines
.pdf 358 KB |
Instructions for preinstalling Windows Internet Explorer 9 and user experience guidelines. |
Labeling the Click-to-Run Virtual Drive
.pdf 1.2 MB |
New technology hosts Office Starter 2010 files in a virtualized application space that users cannot access but is visible in Windows Explorer. |
Windows Small Business Server 2008 OPK User’s Guide
.zip 212 KB |
Information on how to preinstall and customize Windows SBS 2008, plus tips for using the OPK. |
Windows Home Server OPK User's Guide
.pdf 498 KB |
Information that a system builder must use to install Windows Home Server. |
Getting Started Guide: Windows Home Server
.pdf 3.8 MB |
Information about installing and configuring Microsoft Windows Home Server. |
Installation Guide: .Net Framework 3.5 SP1
.pdf 223 KB |
Instructions on how to install .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 (Service Pack 1). For Windows Vista SP1, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows Sever 2008 only. |
Rapid Deployment Method Tutorial
.pdf 1.0 MB |
This tutorial helps system builders get a rapid start using the Windows 7 OPK to deploy the Windows 7 operating system, Microsoft Office Ready PC, and Windows Live services onto new PCs. |
| 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. |
| Bing Bar |
Users can search from anywhere without leaving the site they’re on, new Safety Center lets them surf the web with confidence, and new Windows Live integration simplifies their Hotmail experience. |
| Windows Search 4.0 |
Helps customers find many file types located on PCs and company networks. Compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista Windows Server 2008, and Windows Home Server. |
| Windows Live Essentials |
One download includes free programs from Microsoft for photos, movies, instant messaging, e mail, blogging, family safety, and more. |
| Windows Live Gallery |
Differentiate Windows PCs by adding Web gadgets, toolbar buttons, display pictures, emoticons and more. |
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