| Program/Tool |
Description |
Updated |
|---|
| Express Deployment Tool v1.2 |
Deploy Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Small Business Server 2011, Windows Home Server, Windows Storage Server, Microsoft Office 2010, PC Essentials, Microsoft Security Essentials, and selected third-party applications onto new PCs. |
03/05/12 |
| Windows 8 Consumer Preview |
Includes feature performance and stability updates, addresses feedback received from the developer preview build, and provides an operational version of the Windows Store. |
03/05/12 |
| Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista Service Pack 2 |
Includes all previously released updates since Service Pack (SP1) and supports new types of hardware, and adds support for several emerging standards. |
07/06/11 |
| Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 |
Includes previous updates delivered over Windows Updates as well as continuing incremental updates based on customer feedback. It also includes enhanced virtualization features. |
02/22/11 |
| Windows 7 Language Interface Packs |
Provides partially translated versions of the most widely used areas of Windows. |
05/26/10 |
| Windows XP Mode and Virtual PC Update |
Enables PCs without hardware virtualization to take advantage of Windows XP Mode. Install this update with the Windows XP Mode and Virtual PC software. |
3/18/10 |
| Windows Application Compatibility Update |
Improves the compatibility experience in Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008. |
02/23/10 |
| Windows XP Mode |
Enables you to run legacy Windows XP applications directly from the Windows 7 desktop. |
10/12/09 |
| Windows Virtual PC |
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 Server 2008 Language Interface Packs |
Provides partially translated versions of the most widely used areas of Windows Server 2008. |
02/06/08 |
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 |
|---|
| Skype OPK |
Installer application and instructions to silently install Skype for customers. |
04/26/12 |
| Bing Bar v7.1 OPK |
Installer application and instructions to silently install Bing Bar for customers. |
03/30/12 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 6.4 MB |
Instructions for deploying Windows-based PCs with the Express Deployment Tool, including Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Small Business Server 2011, Windows Home Server, Windows Storage Server, Office 2010 , PC Essentials, Microsoft Security Essentials, and Internet. |
Hard Disk Recovery Solution
.pdf 1.8 MB |
This solution enables Windows 7 to recover from most known causes for unbootable systems. |
| 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 1.32 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 |
Download the latest version of the browser, and benefit from the secure and enhanced experience this version provides. |
| Bing Bar |
Search, connect with Facebook, check Hotmail, Gmail and Yahoo Mail and experience other great features. |
| Microsoft Security Essentials |
Download site for the latest version of this free tool that protects computers against viruses, spyware, and malware. |
| 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. |
| Windows Media Center |
Get the Windows Media Center launcher and learn what you need to know to get the most from Windows Media Center. |
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