Servers OPK Deployment

The following materials provide everything you need to preinstall Windows server operating systems and Microsoft server software on new computers. Topics include:

  • Benefits of using the OPK
  • Deployment preparation
  • Detailed deployment instructions
  • Additional resources
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Simplify Preinstallation with the Express Deployment Tool

The Express Deployment Tool (EDT) helps you quickly, easily, and correctly preinstall PCs with genuine Windows. The EDT offers these benefits:

  • Creates a consistent and customized end-user experience.
  • Works with OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK) tools to provide streamlined deployments of typical PC configurations.
  • Provides the benefits of the traditional OPKs in a fraction of the time.
  • Simplifies compliance with OEM System Builder license terms.
  • Preinstalls third-party applications and all major OEM product releases.

Simplify preinstallation with the Express Deployment Tool.

Overview

A system builder's most valuable tool is the OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK). The OPK helps you:
  • Simplify the rollout of Windows operating systems to computers you build.
  • Customize your installation by adding branding, technical support information, and customized applications.
  • Save time and money while providing a satisfying customer experience that is uniquely designed by you.
  • Preinstall Windows Server 2008 R2 with the Windows OPK.

Server OPKs

Topic Description
Windows OPK The latest OPK downloads, tools, and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Vista SP1.
Windows Home Server v1 OPK Helps you preinstall the Windows Home Server software on new computers for distribution to end users.
Windows HPC 2008 OPK Windows Server 2008 OPK tools and documentation to help you preinstall Microsoft Windows High Performance Computing Server (Windows HPC) 2008.
Windows Server Solutions OPK Tools and supporting documentation to preinstall Windows Small Business Server (Windows SBS) 2011 Essentials and Windows Home Server 2011.
Windows SBS 2011 Standard OPK Helps you preinstall Windows SBS 2011 Standard server software on new computers.
Windows SBS 2008 OPK Helps you preinstall Windows SBS 2008 server software on new computers.
Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 OPK Tools and supporting documentation to help you preinstall Hyper-V Server 2008, a stand-alone product that provides tools and services for creating a virtualized server computing environment.
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.
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.

Additional Resources

Topic Description
Windows 7 Language Interface Packs Language Interface Packs enable computers to display parts of the Windows 7 user interface in a selected language.
Localized Windows OPK Documentation Localized documentation about the tools included in the Windows OPK to install, customize, and deploy Windows 7.
Windows OPK Training Videos Training documentation and accompanying demo videos show how to deploy Windows 7 using the OPK.
Express Deployment Tool Deploy Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Office 2010, PC Essentials, Microsoft Security Essentials, and Internet Explorer 9 onto new PCs significantly faster than with traditional OPKs.
Creating a Hard Disk Recovery Solution for Windows 7
.pdf 1.8 MB 		A hard-disk-based recovery solution enables Windows 7 to recover automatically from most known causes for unbootable systems. Using the Windows OPK you can create this solution with Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE).
Quick Start for System Builders
.pdf 116 KB 		Step-by-step instructions for using the Windows OPK with a Windows 7 product DVD to create a Windows installation that meets the minimum legal requirements.
Step-by-Step: Basic Windows Deployment for OEMs
.pdf 195 KB 		Shows how to create a basic automated Windows installation. For new users who want to learn the basics of Windows deployment.
Additional Allowances and Recommendations: An Addendum to the Windows OEM Preinstallation Kit
.pdf 357 KB 		Summarizes the various allowances and recommendations that have been released by Microsoft up until now.
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