Windows Embedded Standard 7 is a very reliable, highly secure and stable OS based on the Windows 7 operating system. Using Windows Embedded Standard 7 allows device developers to concentrate on differentiating product offerings based on hardware, software, and applications rather than investing in platform development. |
|
Operating System Tools
| Windows Embedded Standard 7 allows for application compatibility by containing the following utilities that simplify and streamline the entire development process: |
|
Image Based Wizard (IBW) | A wizard based tool that allows for rapid prototyping of images and provides the quickest way to install a customized image on a device. |
|
Image Configuration Editor (ICE) | Helps you build, develop, and customize embedded runtime images, with the ability to save the configuration into XML. Time-saving features include: | Footprint Estimator Tool - Calculate the impact that adding certain components and component dependencies will have on the footprint of a runtime image. Dependency checking - Determine the right dependencies based on the packages chosen for an image. Advanced package browsing - Easily find desirable features using multiple tree views and customizable filters. Also includes an intuitive drag-and-drop user interface of selected features and automated dependency-checking and issues list. Advanced search functionality - Quickly find the packages and settings you need to build your ideal image. Search for packages by package name, specific binary name, or associated metadata.
|
|
Static Dependency Analyzer | Automatically analyze third-party applications to determine which packages are required to ensure your application works correctly. |
|
Target Analyzer | Detects the hardware configuration on your target device and automatically maps drivers to the detected hardware so that your image only contains the drivers you need. |
|
Package Scanner | Allows developers to easily determine which updates are applicable to your image. This is helpful for devices which are not connected to a networked servicing infrastructure. |
|
Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) | Advanced command line servicing tool which allows developers to apply updates and configure runtimes. |
|
Device Templates | Use available templates that make the creation of the devices simpler and easier. Allows developers to quick start the image creation process using a standardized template that includes the most common features required for the device type. |
|
Embedded Application Compatibility Tools
| Build powerful embedded applications using Visual Studio—with the same standards-based tools used for mainstream application development worldwide. |
|
Multiple Development platform Support | Program in Microsoft Visual Basic, Visual C++, Visual J++, and Visual FoxPro. |
|
Little or No Porting | Utilize standard hardware. Run standard off-the-shelf Win32 applications, drivers, or services. |
|
Middleware
| Focus your development resources on adding product innovation, differentiation, and value using building blocks for an array of devices. |
|
Development Tools Specification
| Developing for Windows Embedded Standard 7 requires a workstation with the following minimum hardware and software requirements: |
|
Hardware Requirements | 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (amd64) processer 1 GB of system memory (32-bit), 2 GB of system memory (64-bit) 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installation One or more of the following media drives: DVD-ROM drive or USB 2.0 port
|
|
Software Requirements | One of the following operating systems: | |
|
The following software must be installed: | |
|
Operating System Components that make up the available SKUs
| "WS7E" SKU: Offers flexible operating system components that include secure networking, enterprise integration, advanced web capabilities and smart power management to enable next generation scenarios. WS7E SKU also provides access to the latest Windows 7 technologies to deliver value and build differentiated embedded devices that are more secure, reliable and manageable .
"WS7P" SKU: Offers the richest set of components and features to enable advanced consumer and enterprise class devices. WS7P SKU can satisfy complex scenarios involving multi-touch gestures, enhanced lockdown, enriched media capabilities and efficient network management. WS7P SKU is ideal for many device categories including digital signage, kiosks and advanced set top boxes.
"WS7C" SKU: Offers manufacturers a comprehensive set of components and features to power the latest generation of consumer electronics devices. The WS7C SKU is optimized for end-to-end rich media playback scenarios in the home, and also provides developers with ample customization and extensibility options. Building on all of the latest Windows 7 consumer technologies, the WS7C SKU was designed for a broad range of consumer electronics devices including networked DVRs, connected TVs, and set top boxes. | |
|
