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Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2016, SQL Server 2016 for Embedded Systems, and Windows Server 2016 for Embedded Systems are approaching end of support. Microsoft's Extended Security Updates (ESU) program offers a practical bridge — here's what it covers, key timelines, and how to plan your migration.
Choosing the right Windows IoT license affects your device lifecycle, support options, compliance, and long-term maintenance strategy. Here's why experience matters — and how Elbacom can help.
Watch our video and discover how Windows IoT and Elbacom's Embedded Configuration Manager turn unpredictable retail devices into secure, stable, and manageable systems.
Why the Right Platform Decision Matters More Than It Seems General purpose servers, dedicated IoT servers, standard PCs, industrial IoT devices – at first glance, the differences often look minor.…
Elbacom and CONNEX Electronics will be exhibiting together at all about automation 2026 in Wels (May 20–21) — meet our Microsoft IoT experts at booth 625.
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2016 LTSB reaches End of Life on 31 July 2026 and End of Support on 13 October 2026. Organizations still running this OS should start planning their migration now.
Elbacom will participate in embedded world 2026 (March 10–12, Nürnberg) showcasing Windows IoT and Edge AI innovations.
SQL Server IoT 2025 brings the full SQL Server 2025 engine to embedded and OEM devices — with AI, vector search, and modern security features, packaged and licensed for long-life, fixed-function systems.
Meet Elbacom at EuroShop 2026 (Feb 22–26, Düsseldorf) for secure and future-ready retail solutions.
Four critical Microsoft Secure Boot certificates from 2011 are expiring between June and October 2026. Without updates, your Windows IoT devices will lose the ability to receive security updates and trust new boot loaders.
Elbacom will attend SPS 2025 (Nov 25–27) to discuss Microsoft IoT and industrial lifecycle strategies.
Special webinar introducing ECM and EET tools to simplify Windows Embedded/IoT configuration and recovery.
Elbacom will be at Automation Fair Malmö (May 21–22) to connect around Microsoft IoT and Windows 11 IoT.
Visit Elbacom at embedded world 2025 (Mar 11–13, Nürnberg).
On 12 February 2020 all Authorized Replicators will start printing COA using the new Conifer COA design. Here is what OEM Partners need to know about the transition.
Our CTO Wolfgang Unger was interviewed by the German magazine Elektronik, discussing the new Embedded Microsoft Operating Systems – Windows 10 IoT Enterprise and Windows 10 IoT Core.
We'll be at the AI & Big Data Expo at Olympia London demonstrating Microsoft Azure Sphere. Come see how we are using Azure Sphere and what it could mean for your IoT security.
Our new version of zOFT 2019 is ready! zOFT (zereOS Optimized Footprint Technology) is a smaller, fully functional version of Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2019 LTSC with a footprint of just 3.1 GB.
Microsoft released the new Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2019 LTSC at the beginning of October 2018. This release includes all feature updates since the 2016 LTSB release and introduces the new SAC channel name.
New updates are available for the Elbacom Embedded Toolkit V2.5.4 and the Embedded Configuration Manager, including SWM compatibility, signed tools, and recovery media improvements.
We released our new Elbacom Embedded Magazine 4! Get the latest information about Windows 10 IoT and the 2016 anniversary update, plus details on the Embedded Toolkit and the new Configuration Manager.
Today we released a big update for our Elbacom Embedded Toolkit. All tools have been updated to support Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2015 LTSB, with an evaluation version now also available.
Microsoft released KB3125574 – the Convenience Update for Windows 7, containing all security and non-security fixes from SP1 to April 2016. Here's how to install it on Windows Embedded Standard 7.
Wolfgang Unger received the Microsoft MVP Award 2016. Microsoft recognizes MVPs for their exceptional contributions to technical communities worldwide.
The MinnowBoard MAX is an x86-based small footprint device (~$140) that can now run the full Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro, enabling all embedded lockdown and customization features.
Wolfgang Unger received the Microsoft MVP Award 2015 – his seventh consecutive MVP Award from Microsoft, recognizing ongoing contributions to the Windows Embedded community.
See Project Knight 2000 in action — a video shot during Embedded World in Nuremberg explaining how the project utilizes Windows Azure, Windows Embedded, Windows Phone, and Surface.
If you are using Internet Explorer on Windows Embedded POSReady 7 you should update to IE 10 or IE 11 to keep receiving security updates. Both versions are now supported on POSReady 7.
Driver Extractor v2.1 is released, improving compatibility for running the tool on Windows 8/8.1 and updating module creation for Windows Embedded 8 Standard.
Update 1 for Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro adds a major new capability: sideloading of modern Windows Store Apps without the need for additional sideloading keys.
Microsoft updated the Embedded Lockdown Manager in Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry, enabling configuration of USB Filter, App Launcher and Gesture Filter through the Management Console Snap-In UI.
DISMUI 3.1 is released with support for Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro, a largely rewritten codebase, refreshed design, and new features including component dependency visualization.
Elbacom provides many unique tools that help you creating and maintaining Windows Embedded installations — supporting WES7, POSReady 7, Windows Embedded 8 Standard, and Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro.
DISMUI 3.0 is the legacy version for systems with only .NET 2.0 installed. Note: DISMUI 3.0 will no longer be upgraded — new features are only added to the current version.
Wolfgang Unger received the Microsoft MVP Award 2014 – his sixth consecutive MVP Award from Microsoft, recognizing his ongoing contributions to the Windows Embedded technical community.
For devices not allowed to have internet connection, we developed PowerShell scripts that collect activation keys from all devices in the network and retrieve confirmation keys from Microsoft servers.
Microsoft announced most ForeFront products will retire, but these products are still available with embedded licensing — some even until 2023. Important information for device builders using ForeFront.
The third issue of the Elbacom Embedded Magazine is published, covering all new Windows Embedded products, Unique Tools, Windows XP end of support, and a tutorial on using DISM.
Windows Embedded 8.1 has now reached general availability. Windows Embedded 8.1 Pro and Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro (and Retail) are now available to order.
Microsoft detailed the new Assigned Access feature in Windows Embedded 8.1, which allows setting a Windows 8 App as the default shell for a specific user — perfect for kiosk scenarios.
If you followed the previous guide to install Flash Player on Windows Embedded 8 Standard, you will notice it works for most sites but not all. We found a new workaround that works for all websites.
Microsoft published the RTM version of Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry for all MSDN and TechNet subscribers. Download and test the final version ahead of the October general availability.
All Windows Embedded 8 products are compatible with Windows 8 Pro but differ in flexibility, tools, features, and licensing. We created a summary page with a comparison matrix to help you choose.
Microsoft announced that Windows Embedded 8.1 has been finalized. The new version will be available to OEMs on October 16, 2013.
Microsoft has released the preview version of Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro. Download the new bits and start getting ready for the final release.
Microsoft has released the final version of Windows Embedded Compact 2013. The new version of the real-time operating system can now be built using the latest version of Visual Studio.
We have added a detailed presentation about our Unique Tools. Get a quick deep dive into what the tools do and for which operating systems they can be used.
When updating a Windows Embedded 8 Standard image in the field, you will need to re-activate your image. We've created a white paper explaining how to backup and restore the Windows 8 activation.
Elbacom presents the Project Knight 2000 – an intelligent system showcase fully equipped with Windows Embedded and other Microsoft technologies, shown at Embedded World 2013.
If you configure automatic logon right after installation of Windows Embedded 8 Standard, the configuration gets lost after reboot. Here is why and how to fix it.
Microsoft released additional language packs for Windows Embedded 8 Standard, available for download from MyOEM for both 32-bit and 64-bit.
Installing Adobe Flash on Windows Embedded 8 Standard requires a workaround since the standard KB2758994 update does not apply. Here's how to get Flash working.
Microsoft has released Windows Embedded 8 Industry Pro, the next version of Windows Embedded POSReady built upon Windows 8, targeting Point of Service devices and industrial environments.
Elbacom's technical webinar for Windows Embedded 8 Standard is now available for download. Register on our website to get access to the recording.
Windows Embedded 8 Standard is available for ordering starting today. Download the toolkit for free from the Microsoft Windows Embedded website and start developing the next generation embedded devices!
Wolfgang Unger has received the Technical Circle of Excellence Award 2013 for his outstanding work for Windows Embedded technologies.
Microsoft released the Windows Embedded 8 Industry Release Preview with a new touch-friendly setup experience. Here is a short guide to get started.
Microsoft has released the Community Technical Preview (CTP) of Windows Embedded 8 Industry – the successor of Windows Embedded POSReady products.
Wolfgang Unger has been awarded the Microsoft MVP Award 2013 for his exceptional contributions to Windows Embedded technical communities worldwide.
If you try to install the File Based Write Filter Management Tool under POSReady 7 with the /q switch, the setup will crash. Here is a workaround using 7-Zip and DISM.
Microsoft has published the Release Preview of Windows Embedded 8 Standard on Microsoft Connect. Key changes include Windows Activation and the removal of the USB Filter introduced in CTP3.
DISMUI v3.0.3 extends CTP3 support by enabling module removal at any time – something the built-in DISM command cannot do. It safely checks for dependencies before removing packages.
The Windows Offline Configurator is fully compatible with the new CTP3 version of Windows Embedded Standard 8. Download the new package to get the updated license file.
Microsoft has released CTP3 of Windows Embedded Standard 8, adding Security and Lockdown, Custom Branding, Management features, increased modularity, and the USB Filter for x86 devices.
Driver Extractor v2.0.1.2 fixes a bug preventing driver extraction on Windows XP systems, and adds an additional handler for PMQ file exports.
Elbacom has launched a new online CLA service. Fill out your CLA on our website, download the pre-filled form, print, sign and send it to us.
Find out more about the services Elbacom offers specially for Windows Embedded products in our new service carousel video.
Elbacom has launched ALECk – The Glossary for Windows Embedded. Terms and abbreviations are highlighted throughout the website with tooltip explanations.
If you have a single user account running your embedded application and want to service the device via RDP, here is how to suppress the confirmation dialog using Dialog Filter.
A detailed Microsoft blog post covers all new lockdown and branding features in Windows Embedded Standard 8, including the new Write Filter, Edge Gesture Filter, and more.
Windows Offline Configurator v1.1 now supports Windows Embedded Standard 8 CTP2. Build WES7, WES8 CTP1 & CTP2 and POSReady 7 images offline with full OOBE configuration.
DISMUI v3.0.2 adds support for Windows Embedded Standard 8 CTP2 along with several small changes related to the new CTP.
Microsoft published a blog article explaining why XP Embedded and Windows Embedded Standard 2009 cannot use Windows Update.
Microsoft has released CTP2 of Windows Embedded Standard 8, available for download on the Microsoft Connect website.
Driver Extractor v2.0.1.1 fixes a small bug in the latest version that prevented the tool from exporting any driver.
Driver Extractor v2.0.1 adds PMQ device information export and command line arguments so you can automatically export all drivers for a system.
Microsoft's Approaching Embedded Intelligently blog features DISMUI with a detailed post by J.T. Kimbell, including a demo video showing the tool in action.
Driver Extractor v2 can now create Modules for Windows Embedded Standard 8 CTP1 and Components for XP Embedded, or just export driver files. Import an INF to package a driver without it being installed.
Microsoft launched a new blog called 'Approaching Embedded Intelligently' bringing together voices to spotlight Windows Embedded news and the evolving world of intelligent systems.
DISMUI v3.0.1 is a minor release with bug fixes for the Dependency Tree Viewer, POSReady 7 integration, Language Pack installation, and other minor issues.
DISMUI v3.0 adds Windows Embedded Standard 8 CTP1 support and Module Installation for WES7 and POSReady 7, along with dependency checking, conflict checking, and many more improvements.
Elbacom has launched a redesigned website with many new features. Register for a single account to access our free tools, register for events, and fill out your CLA online.
Windows Offline Configurator is now available as an evaluation version. Build WES7, WES8 CTP, and POSReady 7 images offline on your fast development machine with full OOBE configuration and VHD support.
The Community Technical Preview 1 of Windows Embedded Standard 8 is now available for download, introducing Modules, Branding, the Unified Write Filter, enhanced componentization, and WinRT.
DISMUI v2.0 adds automated offline servicing, footprint calculation, OS detection, update checking, and many more improvements including a branding option for enterprise use.
The second issue of the Elbacom Embedded Magazine is now available online, covering Windows Embedded Standard 7 SP1, POSReady 7, Compact 7, Home Server 2011, Storage Server 2008 R2, and more.
Kevin Dallas, General Manager of Windows Embedded, has unveiled Microsoft's plan for the next versions of Windows Embedded products.
KB2607560 on the Microsoft ECE fixes an issue in POSReady 7 where the Control Panel only allowed selecting 4 languages despite the license allowing up to 5.
DISMUI v1.4.2.1 fixes issues when installing larger Feature Packages in Offline Mode by creating a temporary scratch directory. Also improves Windows PE detection and log file handling.
DISMUI v1.4.2 adds Language Pack OPK DVD support as a Distribution Share directory and automatically adds the LangPacks directory from the POSReady 7 OPK DVD.
A step-by-step guide to manually adding and removing feature packages in Windows Embedded POSReady 7 using DISM, both offline (adding) and online (removing).
DISMUI can be used as an easy-to-use graphical replacement for DISM in POSReady 7, handling dependencies, conflicts, and minimum image requirements automatically.
Server Wizard 2.0 is now available on embeddedserver.eu – answer a few questions and find matching embedded server products instantly.
Elbacom has launched a new dedicated embeddedserver.eu website to help you find the correct Windows Embedded Server product and learn what embedded servers are used for.
Microsoft has released POSReady 7 and it is now available to order. Based on Windows Embedded Standard 7 technology, it includes new Embedded Enabling Features such as Enhanced Write Filter and a Keyboard Filter Driver.
Olivier Bloch from the Microsoft Windows Embedded team created a video showing how to use POSReady 7 features to create a customized and secure end-user kiosk experience using Shell Launcher, Enhanced Write Filter, and VHD boot.
Microsoft published a workaround for the scenario where EWF is enabled and WinSAT is included in a WES7 image, causing excessive memory consumption.
Olivier Bloch from the Microsoft Windows Embedded team created several informative videos about Windows Embedded Standard 7, covering topics like Media Center customization and DLNA support.
The Windows Embedded Standard 2009 May 2011 Feature Update adds graphical EWF and FBWF management tools that appear in the systray and allow monitoring and configuring the write filter drivers.
Elbacom is working with Coder for Life to offer the Windows 7 Boot Updater tool, enabling full boot logo customization for Windows Embedded Standard 7 devices.
Guide on how to boot the Windows Embedded Standard 7 Image Build Wizard via PXE for network-based deployment.
DISMUI 1.4.1 fixes compatibility issues with the CTP2 of Windows Embedded POSReady 7, including Distribution Share handling and Conflict Dialog behavior.
Microsoft published the second CTP for Windows Embedded POSReady 7, featuring increased componentization, native VHD boot support, Write Filter Management GUI, WMI Provider, and 36 language packs.
The Windows Embedded Standard 7 Service Pack 1 Toolkit update is now available for download from the Microsoft ECE, adding WMI filter drivers, SKU Compliance packages, and more.
DISMUI v1.4 introduces a Show Dependencies feature to display all dependencies of a selected Feature Package, plus POSReady 7 CTP Distribution Share support and additional bug fixes.
Matthew Tundo from the Microsoft Embedded Team created a how-to for recreating an answer file from an already deployed WES7 image, using PkgScan and TAP.
Microsoft released Service Pack 1 for Windows Embedded Standard 7, adding SKU Compliance Packages, SD card boot support, PMQ Mapping for out-of-box drivers, and more.
Windows Embedded Device Manager 2011 integrates with System Center Configuration Manager 2007 to deploy and manage all embedded devices, with built-in write filter awareness for safe update deployment.
Microsoft released WMI interfaces for the Enhanced Write Filter and File Based Write Filter for Windows Embedded Standard 2009 and Windows XP Embedded SP3, enabling scripted control of filter state and settings.
Windows Embedded Compact 7 has been released and is now available for evaluation. It is a small footprint, real-time OS for consumer and enterprise devices.
Driver Injector is a free tool included with the Elbacom Embedded Toolkit that automatically finds and injects the right drivers into your Windows Embedded image using a Target Analyzer output file.
The Elbacom website now supports the IE9 Site Pinning feature, allowing users to pin elbacom.com to the Windows 7 taskbar with a jumplist of important site links.
DISMUI works with the Windows Embedded POSReady 7 CTP, but requires two manual preparation steps: creating a proper Distribution Share folder structure and removing the conflicting Windows Boot Environment component.
The installation of the CTP version of POSReady 7 is very easy and straightforward.
Microsoft released the CBS Package Inspector tool for Windows Embedded Standard 7 and the upcoming POSReady 7, allowing you to inspect Feature Packages, updates, dependencies, files, and registry entries.
Microsoft has published the Community Technical Preview of the next version of Windows Embedded POSReady 2009.
DISMUI needs the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 installed, which is not portable. The Mono Framework — an Open Source implementation of .NET — is portable and DISMUI runs on it too.
The DISMUI Tool has been updated with new features including permanent packages support, advanced dependency check, and automatic Distribution Share detection.
On Microsoft Connect you can download the Customer Technical Preview of Service Pack 1 for Windows Embedded Standard 7, featuring RemoteFX, PMQ Mapping, and SKU Compliance Packages.
On ECE you can now download Silverlight 4 for Windows Embedded Standard 2009 and Windows Embedded Standard 7.
The Keyboard Filter Driver allows you to block any unwanted key combination or even single keys using a kernel mode filter driver.
Windows Embedded Standard 7 only offers a blank screen instead of the default boot animation. Elbacom is working to enable custom bootscreens and is surveying demand.
Microsoft has published a template for the Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 and .NET Framework 4.0 Client Profile for use with the Image Configuration Editor.
The Enhanced Write Filter in Windows Embedded Standard 7 does not include the Disk Mode. An alternative approach using differential VHDs can achieve similar results.
Microsoft has released the .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 component for XP Embedded as a setup component including installation and required dependencies.
Microsoft has released the August 2010 Update for Windows Embedded Standard 2009 with new features including .NET 4.0, SQL Server 2008 R2 Express prerequisites, WSDAPI for .NET, and the SLD Export Tool.
DISMUI v1.2 now supports adding device drivers for all devices found in the distribution share.
Microsoft has released 17 additional languages plus 2 Language Interface Packages for Windows Embedded Standard 7.
Microsoft has released 9 additional languages for Windows Embedded Standard 7 which can be downloaded from the Microsoft Embedded Communications Extranet (ECE).
Microsoft has released the License Assessment Tool which helps you find the correct license depending on which features you have included in your Windows Embedded Standard 7 image.
Microsoft has released the Windows Embedded Developer Update tool which updates the tools of several Windows Embedded Toolkits, currently supporting Windows Embedded Standard 7.
Information about System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 and its relevance for Windows Embedded environments.
DISMUI allows you to modify your Windows Embedded Standard 7 image using an easy graphical user interface — no need for the DISM.exe command line anymore.
PowerPoint Viewer 2007 on XP Embedded or Windows Embedded Standard 2009 shows an error when loading PPTX files. The fix is to copy t2embed.dll from a regular XP system.
The free Microsoft utility Windows SteadyState can be used on Windows XP Professional for Embedded Systems to prevent the OS from any changes.
Windows Server 2008 allows you to brand the OOBE and Server Manager using a custom resource DLL and XML configuration file.
Windows Storage Server 2008 ships with Single Instance Storage which saves space by storing duplicate files only once in a Common Store.
An overview of the Windows Embedded Server product family and its capabilities for embedded server solutions.
Per default user accounts will expire in Windows XP Embedded and Windows Embedded Standard. Use these commands to prevent account expiration.
Windows Embedded Standard 7 supports booting from a VHD file. Installing the OS into a VHD is straightforward using the Image Building Wizard and diskpart.
Windows Embedded Standard 7 allows you to add and remove features on your existing image using the DISM command-line tool, both online and offline.
When using BGInfo on POSReady 2009, the Gateway and other network information is missing due to a missing DLL. Copy inetmib1.dll from an XP Pro SP3 installation to fix it.
This video demonstrates the usage of imagex together with Windows Vista AIK or Windows 7 AIK for capturing and deploying Windows embedded images.
Seven compelling reasons to choose Windows Embedded Standard 7 for your next embedded project, from easy installation to advanced power management.
Driver Extractor is a tool which makes creating SLD components for drivers very easy. Run it on your target machine and export device drivers directly into SLD component format.
There are two ways to remove the 'Windows is starting up' and 'Windows is shutting down' status messages: using Minlogon or a registry key to disable status messages.
If you encounter the MSDN help error 'No topics could be located that were relevant to the F1 request', try repairing the MSDN Library or Microsoft Document Explorer 2005, or check for missing registry entries.
When you get the XP Professional for Embedded Systems OPK you receive two important CDs. The OPK Tools CD installs the Setup Manager tool for creating unattended setups to deploy XP onto your embedded devices.
You can import any existing project created in the XP Embedded Target Designer into the Windows Embedded Standard Target Designer by opening it and running the Upgrade Configuration command.
Overview of additional functionality available for custom components in XP Embedded Builder v2.
You can have XP Embedded Builder automatically enter the product ID (PID) by placing a PID.txt file with your product key on the root of a USB flash drive.
No, you do not need to enter a separate license for each cloned image. Windows Embedded licensing works differently than standard Windows — a device is fully licensed when you put a license sticker onto it.
Installing and removing languages in POSReady is easy. All you need is the installation DVD. Use the autorun splash screen to install additional languages or the Regional Settings control panel to change language for existing users.
With every license order you receive an envelope containing the licenses and a yellow paper with one product key. This product key is used to create full version XP Embedded images in Target Designer.
XP Embedded Builder is a tool which allows you to create XP Embedded images directly on the target hardware without any knowledge in Target Designer. The interface is similar to an XP Professional setup — boot from DVD and a wizard guides you through the installation.
A step-by-step guide for creating and deploying Windows images using the Windows Automated Installation Kit (WAIK) and the imagex command-line tool, including network share setup and disk preparation.
XP Embedded Builder v2 allows you to create your own custom components by creating the correct file structure, exporting registry entries, and building a Config.cfg configuration file.