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Downloads You Need to Evaluate Windows Embedded CE 6.0

Updates


These updates are fixes for operating system problems you may run into during the development and maintenance of your custom platform.

Download CE 6.0 Evaluation


Prerequisite: Download the following tools to start developing your Windows Embedded CE 6.0 device
Obtaining these development tools is only one step of the development process. If you haven’t already done so, consider searching for a Windows Embedded Partner now - you’ll find the resources a partner can provide are a competitive advantage toward developing and getting your embedded device to market.
1 Requirement for first time users of Windows Embedded CE
2 Upgrade for current Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2 Users

Visual Studio

Visual Studio 2005 Trial1

Create an operating system design and build a Windows Embedded CE 6.0 runtime image using this development toolkit. Works with Platform Builder for Windows Embedded CE 6.0.

Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Team Suite Service Pack 11

Improve performance and stability. Significant update to Visual Studio. Necessary for building Windows Embedded CE 6.0 runtime images.

Visual Studio 2005 Service Pack 1 Update for Windows Vista®1

Enable key features that are found in Visual Studio 2005 for the Windows Vista platform. (Only necessary if you are running Windows Vista.)

Windows Embedded CE 6.01

Integrate with Visual Studio 2005 using this Platform Builder for CE 6.0 development toolkit.

Windows Embedded CE 6.01

This Windows Embedded CE 6.0 180 day evaluation toolkit gives you the tools for building a broad range of small foot print devices that need a componentized, real-time operating system.

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Platform Builder Service Pack 11

Improve the debugging process. Update for Windows Embedded CE 6.0. Necessary for Visual Studio 2005 to build a CE 6.0 R2 runtime image.

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R21

Feature update for Windows Embedded CE 6.0 that extends the capabilities of existing CE 6.0 devices that connect to Windows Servers and also to each other. Enables you to build small footprint devices that connect to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Also provides new features such as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Video and Web Services on Devices (WSD).

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R32

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R3 provides the tools and technologies to create devices with an unmatched experience for the end user. OEMs can use familiar tools and innovative technologies to create devices differentiated by a rich user interface, a high fidelity browsing experience, and a unique connection to Windows 7 PCs, other devices, and services quickly and efficiently.

Optional Downloads

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Test Kit

This kit is a collection of tests and tools that can be used to help verify the stability, reliability, and quality of a platform or device running Windows Embedded CE 6.0. This download is intended to be used on systems where Platform Builder for Windows Embedded CE 6 is not installed; however, it is the same kit as the one included in the Windows Embedded CE 6 product and is used in the same way.

Expression Blend 2 Trial

Tool for interaction design on the Silverlight and .NET platforms and enables user experience concepts to be delivered with full fidelity, from the initial prototype to the completed project.

Office and PDF Viewers

Integrated Microsoft Office 97, 2000, XP, 2003 and 2007, as well as PDF viewing capabilities will enable users of CE devices to access their important information through devices beyond the phone and the PC.

QQ Messenger Client

Integrated QQ Messenger Client enables connection to popular Instant Messaging service.

Have you considered upgrading CE 6.0 to Compact 7?

Get the Trial Product Key

If you already have the CE 6.0 trial as a download or DVD, get the trial product key here.

After you install CE 6.0

After you install CE 6.0, you’ll need to install development tools, CE 6.0 upgrades and feature packs.