Windows Embedded Standard 7

Windows Embedded Standard 7 features provides developers with the software development tools and technologies to take advantage of the latest desktop innovations in delivering innovative specialized devices with rich immersive user experiences that seamlessly connect to Windows PCs, Server and services. &nb

Rich Immersive User Experiences

Windows TouchSupport for multi-gesture touch interfaces and context aware applications using the sensor development kit to provide a natural user interface to build devices that engage the user and provides a compelling experience on an embedded device.

Microsoft Silverlight
Microsoft Silverlight is a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering the next generation of media experiences and rich interactive applications (RIAs) for the Web that incorporate video, animation, interactivity, and stunning user interfaces.

Enterprise Connectivity 

Devices built with Windows Embedded Standard 7 software development tools can easily hook into existing enterprise infrastructure allowing enterprises to extend their existing investments in management beyond PCs and servers to Specialized devices.

Active Directory Support
Specialised devices can be added to domains and allow Active Directory group policies to be applied, giving enterprises the seamless management and control of their embedded devices that is expected from Windows PCs and servers.

Leverage Desktop Management Systems
Compatibility with management systems like Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and other third party management software, allowing enterprises to reuse their existing investments.

Seamless Remote Connectivity and Data Access
Direct Access allows devices to securely connect to the datacenter directly through an internet connection without requiring additional infrastructure like VPN from a remote location. Access data faster on a remote site using BranchCache functionality.

Latest Desktop Innovations

Windows Embedded Standard 7 provides developers with the ability to take advantage of the latest desktop technology innovations and software development tools in the specialized device scenarios.

Windows Internet Explorer 8
Expand use of embedded devices by leveraging Internet Explorer (IE) 8 accelerators and Windows cloud services. Secure browsing is enabled through Internet Explorer 8 protected mode and phishing filter along with added security that prevents cross browser attacks malware downloads and ActiveX exploits.

Windows Media Player 12
Windows Media Player 12 includes new media features designed to help manage libraries of digital music, photos, and videos. It provides an improved multimedia experience with enhancements like bandwidth reservation.

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 is the new managed-code programming model for Windows, featuring new technologies for building applications that have a visually compelling user experience, seamless communication across technology boundaries, and support for a wide range of business processes.

Remote Desktop Protocol 7
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP 7) helps enable Windows Embedded Standard-based thin clients, point of service devices, and multifunction printers to connect using the latest version of Windows Server remote computing technologies. RDP helps you use the Terminal Services (TS) features and updates such as Network Level Authentication, Server authentication, resource redirection, TS gateway servers, monitor spanning, and other visual improvements.

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 Analyser
Automatically analyze third-party applications to determine which packages are required to ensure your application works correctly.

Target Analyser
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.

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:
• Windows Vista Service Pack 1
• Windows Vista Service Pack 2
• Windows Server 2008 R2
• Windows 7

The following software must be installed:

• Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 or higher
• Microsoft Core XML Services (MSXML) 6.0 or higher