Windows Embedded Standard 7 delivers the power, familiarity, and reliability of the Windows 7 operating system in a componentized form for developers to create advanced commercial and consumer devices running thousands of existing Windows applications and drivers.

Unleash the power of Windows 7 technologies in Windows Embedded Standard 7 using a solid platform that fits into existing customer infrastructure.

    
Processor Architecture     Support for multiple processor architectures:
- x86
- x64
Tools     Improved developer experiences to meet requirements throughout the development cycle:
- Wizard experience with Image Builder Wizard (IBW) for fast prototyping
- Advanced configuration with Image Configuration Editor (ICE)
Latest desktop technology innovations     - Internet Explorer 8
- Windows Media Player 12
- Remote Desktop Protocol 7
- Silverlight 3
- .net Framework 3.5 SP1
Right level of componentization     The right level of granularity to build special-purpose devices:
- Over 150 intuitive feature packages based on latest innovations for Windows 7
- Embedded enabling features such as Enhanced Write Filter, File Based Write Filter, Registry Filter, Hibernate Once Resume Many (HORM), USB Boot, Dialog Filter, and Custom Shell to fulfill embedded-specific requirements
- Over 450 driver sets for compatibility with a growing set of device hardware and peripherals
Application Compatibility     Applications and drivers for Windows 7 can work on Windows Embedded Standard 7 without difficult, expensive, and time-consuming porting effort
Enterprise Connectivity and Manageability     - Support for Active Directory, Domain Join, Group Policies, Network Access Protection, and IPv6 to enable connectivity
- Manageability with Windows Server, System Center Configuration Manager, System Center Operations Manager, and Windows Server Update Services
Rich Immersive User Experiences     Rich, interactive user experiences with Windows Aero and Windows Touch. A stable framework Windows Presentation Foundation for building new and innovative experiences
Improved Power Management     Smart power management APIs to build applications that can improve idle time on the CPU.


Developers use Windows Embedded Standard 7 to create a variety of smart, connected, and service-oriented advanced commercial or consumer devices. These devices run thousands of existing Windows applications and drivers, ranging from Thin Clients to Multi-Function Printers, including:

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      Advanced Set-top Boxes
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      Fuel Pumps
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      Full Featured Point of Service
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      Gaming Devices
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      Home Automation Gateways
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      Industrial Controls
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      Intelligent Appliances
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      Multimedia Internet Devices
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      Kiosks
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      Digital Signage
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      Mobile Point of Service
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    * Monitoring Devices
      Multi-Function Printers
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      Networked Media Devices
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      Thin Clients

Windows Embedded Standard 7 Advantages

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      Reduce time to market by taking advantage of a familiar set of tools. Leverage your knowledge of Visual Studio and develop with integrated technologies that include Microsoft Silverlight, Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player, and the .NET Framework to create applications and drivers.
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      Optimize the size of the Embedded OS footprint on your device by using only the components you need. By selecting only the drivers, services, and applications you need you can reduce development time, optimize operating system size, and lower hardware costs.
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      Cost-effective because runtime license costs are determined per unit shipped. For complete details, pricing, and licensing information, contact a Microsoft Windows Embedded Authorized Distributor near you.
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      Connect with many common industry standards plus several Microsoft desktop and server technologies, leading to lower costs in application development, operating system deployment, servicing, and maintenance.
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      New features enable next-generation media experiences, rich interactive applications, and compelling user interfaces.
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      A global ecosystem of Windows Embedded Standard experts help ensure that device makers have flexibility and access to the skills to develop the next generation of devices.

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