Download a fully functional evaluation version*, then start building and testing Windows Embedded software FREE before making a purchase decision.

Trial versions of Windows Embedded products are fully functional for 4 months (6 months for Windows Embedded CE 6.0) without a charge. Products are available by immediate download (Windows Live ID login required) or by requesting a CD-ROM.

In order to start developing with your product trial copy, you must first register it. Please see instructions on this page for “Product Key Registration".

Windows Embedded CE

• Download
  (Windows LiveID Required)
• Get the CD-ROM

Windows Embedded Standard

• Download
  (Beta version available)

Windows XP Embedded

• Download
  (Windows LiveID Required)
• Get the CD-ROM

Windows Embedded for Point of Service

• Get the CD-ROM

Windows Embedded NavReady

• Download NavReady
  (Windows LiveID Required)
• Windows Sideshow Device Components for Windows CE 5.0

*Note: Windows Embedded for Point of Service is available on CD only. Shipping and handling costs are required for trials requested on CD.

Do you already have a Windows Embedded Trial? If yes, then you’re one step closer in developing the next generations of smart, connected, and service-oriented embedded devices. In order to receive a product key, you must first register your trial software. Product keys are issued immediately following registration. Please select Windows Embedded product to register (Note this process requires you to sign in using your Windows Live Account):

• Windows Embedded CE 6.0
• Windows XP Embedded
• Windows for Point of Service

Latest Updates

• Windows Embedded CE Updates on MSDN
• Windows XP Embedded Updates on MSDN
• Windows for Point of Service Update on MSDN