The Major Builds of Windows OS

10,000 Builds and Counting
The Major Builds of Windows OS

Compiled by Ian Campbell
This book is written and published when Windows 10

(2015) was released. This book is divided into sections of
the version they were from and individual builds. This
covers all the major releases of Windows OS. If there is
a new release of Windows, it will be in the Second
Edition of this book. If there is something wrong with
this book or you would like to suggest adding
something to the book, contact the publisher.
Thank you,
Ian Campbell
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Windows 1.x
Codename: Interface Manager
Released: 11/20/1985
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Windows 1.0 Developer Release 5

General Information
File Format: Floppy Disk
Bootable: No
Architecture: 16-Bit
Full Buildtag: Developer Release 5
Date: 31/10/1984
Languages: English
MS-DOS Executive
Install Information
Notes
BIOS Date: 01/11/1984

Product Key: No key required
This is the earliest leaked build of

Windows that is available. This is
already sometime in
development and looks like the
final product. It installs via a batch
file that must be run from the
HDD. It includes basic
applications like Calculator, Clock
and a game called Reversi.
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Windows 1.0 Alpha

General Information
MS-DOS Executive in DOSBox

Bootable: No
Architecture 16-Bit
Full Buildtag: Alpha
Date: 31/01/1985
Languages: English
Install Information
Notes
BIOS Date: 01/02/1985

This version of Windows

installation is still via a batch file.
After installation there is a small
change in the UI, but still includes
basic applications such as the
Calculator, Control Panel and
Reversi.
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Windows 1.0 Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: Beta
Date: 01/05/1985
Languages: English
Boot Screen for Beta Release
Install Information
Notes
BIOS Date: 02/05/1985

This build features a brand new

installer and you can now also run
it from the Floppy Disk. After
installation just nun it by typing
WIN, it includes an updates UI as
well as About Dialogs in
Applications.
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Windows 1.0 Premiere Edition

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: Premiere Edition
Date: 30/07/1985
Languages: English
Premiere Edition Running on an IBM PC
Install Information
Notes
No key or BIOS date required.
The first release of Windows,

called Premiere Edition, is
monochrome on the MS-DOS
Executive and color in the
applications. It is just a basic
Windows, including just several
applications such as Notepad,
Paint and Cardfile.
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Windows 1.01
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 1.01
Date: 15/11/1985
Languages: English
MS-DOS Executive in full color
Install Information
Notes
The first version of Windows that
Microsoft released in 1985. It installs
on your HDD from Floppy Disks and
MS-DOS must be pre-installed as it is
a shell to MS-DOS. It includes MSDOS Executive where you can manage
files and folders. Other applications
include calculator, Calendar, Cardfile,
Clipboard, Clock, Control Panel, Paint,
Notepad, Write and Reversi. This
version was only available in the US.
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Windows 1.02
No picture available
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 1.02
Date: 15/01/1986
Languages: English
Install Information
Notes
This version of Windows 1.x was

only distributed in Europe.
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Windows 1.03
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 1.03
Date: 24/08/1986
Languages: Dutch, English,
French, German
MS-DOS Executive in Windows 1.03
Install Information
Notes
From readme included:
Windows 1.03
The primary differences between Windows version 1.01 and Windows
version 1.03 are:
- Version 1.03 of Windows now supports the AT&T 6300 and 6300
Plus.
- A number of additional device drivers have been added, and
some of the drivers shipped in 1.01 have been enhanced. Users
who have
installed printer drivers shipped in the 1.01 release should
replace them with the 1.03 drivers included on the Utility disk
(the Setup
program does not automatically install updated printer drivers).
- 14, 18, and 24 point sizes have been added to the Tms Rmn and
Helv fonts.
- Several PIF files have been changed to correspond to the
latest releases of the applications.
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- MS-DOS Version 3.20 is now completely supported. This includes

support for the IBM 4865 Personal Computer 3.5" External
Diskette Drive.
- The new features of the IBM keyboard shipped with the IBM
Personal Computer XT 5160 Models 268, 278, and 089, and the IBM
Personal Computer AT 5170 Model 339 are supported.
- Version 1.03 of Windows supports all of the features of and
replaces both the 1.01 version of Windows shipped in the US, and
the 1.02 version shipped in Europe.
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Windows 1.04
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 1.04
Date: 08/04/1987
Languages: English
Microsoft Write in Windows 1.04
Install Information
Notes
From the readme included:
Version 1.04 of Windows supports all of the features of and
replaces version 1.03 of Windows shipped in the US and in
Europe.
The 1.04 release of Microsoft Windows now supports the IBM
Personal System/2 family of equipment. In addition to this, the
following changes have been made:
- A problem in Windows' handling of network failures has been
fixed.
- Windows now properly restores all interrupts upon exiting.
- The interface between Windows and the printer has been changed
to allow for faster printing.
- Using a high resolution screen with Windows 1.03, it was
sometimes possible to move an icon off the screen where it would
be inaccessible. This problem has been fixed in the 1.04
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release.
- The PIF editor has been changed to allow for lower case
parameters.
- Some changes have been made to allow for larger text on the
calculator buttons. Previously, large text sometimes extended
beyond the bounds of the buttons.
- In some international versions of Windows 1.03, the ability to
remove a printer driver using the control panel did not function
properly. This problem has been fixed in the 1.04 release.
- The method by which Windows 1.03 determined how to display the
screen for REVERSI.EXE caused a problem with some displays.
In Windows 1.04 the method by which Windows makes this
determination has been changed.
- The USA keyboard driver has been changed to support the IBM RT
format keyboard.
- The communications port driver has been changed to support the
IBM 3812 printer.
- The drivers for the HP LaserJet and HP LaserJet+ have been
replaced with a driver which supports both printers. This new HP
printer driver better supports the HP LaserJet printe rs and
allows the use of downloadable fonts on the HP LaserJet+. For
information regarding usage of these downloadable fonts, see the
file HPREADME.TXT on the "Supplemental Printer Driver Disk."
- The postscript printer driver has been modified to better
support postscript printers, as well as to add support for IBM's
Personal Pageprinter. Down loadable fonts for postscript
printers are now supported. For information regarding the use of
postscript printers, see the file PSREADME.TXT on the
"Supplemental Printer Driver Disk."
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Windows 2.0
Codename unknown
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Windows 2.01
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 2.01
Date: 08/09/1987
Languages: English
MS-DOS Executive with Calculator running on top
Install Information
Notes
Windows Version 2.01 made a big

change in how Windows are
shown on screen. This is the first
Windows version that features
overlapping Windows. This
version is only available for
Compaq OEM version.
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Windows 2.03
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 2.03
Date: 16/11/1987
Languages: English, French,
Swedish
MS-DOS Executive underneath Control Panel
Install Information
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Windows 2.10 for 386/286

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 2.10
Date: 09/09/1988
Languages: English, French
Clipboard overtop MS-DOS Executive
Install Information
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Windows 2.11 for 386/286

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 2.11
Date: 14/03/1989
Languages: English, French
MS-DOS Executive 2.11
Install Information
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Windows 3.0
Codename unknown
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Windows 3.0 Alpha

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 3.0.14
22/02/1989
Languages: English
MS-DOS Exec 2.1 on Windows 3.0.14
Install Information
Notes:
BIOS Date: 23/02/1989

A very early build in Windows 3.0.

The looks, including the MS-DOS
executive are from Windows 2.1,
but this build identifies itself as
Windows 3.0 Debug Release 1.14.
It doesnt include any
applications.
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Windows 3.0 Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Date: 02/01/1990
Languages: English
Clipboard and Program Manager
Install Information
BIOS Date: 03/01/1990
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Windows 3.0
General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 3.0
Date: 01/05/1990
Languages: Dutch, English,
French, Spanish, Swedish
Install Information
No key or BIOS date is required.
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Windows 3.1
Codename Janus
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Windows 3.1 Beta 1

General Information
Bootable: No
Date: 05/04/1991
Languages: English
Install Information
Notes:
BIOS Date: 06/04/1991

We already see a massive change

in the UI from Windows 3.0, but
the bootscreen is the same but
reading 3.1 instead of 3.0. It uses
color icons, some in 3D others in
a flat style, it uses purple instead
of blue title bars.
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Windows 3.1 Beta 2

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 3.1.043e
Date: 27/08/1991
Languages: English
Bootscreen for Windows 3.1 Beta 2
Install Information
Notes:
BIOS Date: 28/08/1991

Beta 2 of Windows 3.1 as noted

on the bootscreen. It includes a
half made tutorial which can be
run when the GUI Stage of the
setup starts or afterwards.
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Windows 3.1 Final Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 3.1.061d
Date: 17/12/1991
Languages: English
About Sound Recorder Dialogue Box
Install Information
Notes:
BIOS Date: 18/12/1991

The largest difference between

the previous build and this one is
that it removed the purple and
replaced with blue. As well as the
bootscreen, it also read Final Beta
instead of Beta 2.
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Windows 3.1 Release Candidate

General Information
Bootable: No
Date: 03/02/1992
Languages: English
BSOD from running MS-DOS applications
Install Information
Notes:
BIOS Date: 04/02/1992

The Final Beta tag is removed

from the bootscreen, when
opening MS-DOS Applications, it
displays a BSOD about an invalid
VxD dynamic link.
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Windows 3.1
General Information
Bootable: No
Date: 10/03/1992
Languages: Arabic, Chinese
Simplified, Chinese Traditional,
Czech, Danish, English etc.
Product Manager running in 3.1 RTM
Install Information
Notes:
This build is available on Floppy

Discs, but online there are also
archives with just files, those are
available on MSDN, which
doesnt contain Floppy Images.
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Windows 3.11
Codename unknown
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Windows 3.11
General Information
Bootable: No
Date: 31/12/1993
Languages: Arabic, Chinese
Simplified, Chinese Traditional,
Czech, Danish, English etc.
Bootscreen for Windows 3.1 Beta 2
Install Information
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Windows 95
Codename Chicago
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Windows 95 Pre-beta
General Information
File Format: Compact Disc
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.00.58s
Date: 09/08/1993
Languages: English
Cabinet running in 58s.
Install Information
BIOS date: 10/08/1993
Product Key: Beta ID: 990036
Notes:
This is the earliest build of Windows 95 leaked, there are no references to Windows 95 yet,
just the codename Chicago. It installs via a batch file that opens a Mini Windows from the
\MINI folder, it is a basic Windows 3.1 version consisting of the core files. After clicking
through the screens, it copies the Windows installation to the \CHICAGO folder and then
reboots. After the reboot you see a background with UNDER CONSTRUCTION and a warning
that the interface can still change. It includes the basic explorer (called CABINET) with a
Windows 3.1 look including the taskbar. Further it includes the main folders you find in
Windows 3.1 and options, it does however include several new Control Panel applets or they
have changed.
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Windows 95 Beta 1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 10/06/1994
Languages: English
The 122 desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 11/06/1994
Password: 999b70c9e
Notes:
This build features a new Under Construction wallpaper and further enhancements of the
Windows Explorer. Paintbrush has been renamed and redesigned in this build.
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Windows 95 Beta 2
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 27/10/1994
Languages: English
The 216 desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 28/10/1994
Password: 94730fb34
Notes:
The bootscreen now reads Beta 2 October 1994. It has also a new Please wait while Setup
prepares your Windows environment at the first boot. More icons have been replaced with
the newer style ones and the explorer windows are different. The Wastebasket has been
renamed Recycle Bin again. Some applications have stayed the same, or some small changes,
like new icons and button styles.
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Windows 95 Beta 3
General Information
File Format: Bunch of Files
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 14/02/1995
Languages: English
The 405 desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 15/02/1995
No key is required
Notes:
This build features a boot screen not seen in any other of the builds, the edge changes color
while loading.
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Windows 95 RC1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 24/05/1995
Languages: English, German
The RC1 shutdown screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/05/1995
Product Key: This build uses a
Windows 95 Upgrade Serial.
Notes:
During setup you can choose to save the System Files for later uninstall of Windows 95, but
since this setup it saves by default, previous builds you need to select yes.
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Windows 95 Pre-RTM
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.00.950 r-3
Date: 05/07/1995
Languages: English
The Pre-RTM desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 06/07/1995
Windows 95 Upgrade Serial.
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Windows 95
General Information
File Format: Compact Disc,
Floppy Disc
Bootable: No
Architecture: FM Towns, PC98,
x86
Date: 11/07/1995
Languages: Arabic Enabled,
Arabic Localized, Basque,
Catalan, English etc.
The RTM desktop.
Install Information
No key or BIOS date provided.
Notes:
The original release of Windows 95, it was released in Retail and OEM format. When installing
the retail version it does not install Internet Explorer, it is not even included, but when
installing a OEM version, it could include Internet Explorer 1.0, since with some it installs the
Plus! Components which includes Internet Explorer. It comes in Floppy and CD format, each
include a Floppy Bootdisk. Some OEM versions are bootable, including the Bootdisk in the
bootfile on the CD-ROM.
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Windows 95 OSR1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.00.950a
Date: 31/12/1995
Windows 95A desktop.
Install Information
No key or BIOS date provided.
Notes:
Windows 95 A (or OSR1) is an updated version of Windows 95 which includes Internet
Explorer 2. The versions that I have seen are just Windows 95 A (as well as inside the .CAB
files, dates from the RTM), when installing Service Pack 1, it does update to Windows 95A and
build 951 (as evident via the Shell32.dll update). When you install Service Pack 1, it doesnt
automatically install Internet Explorer 2, that is a separate installation.
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Windows 95 OSR2 Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 10/08/1996
Languages: English
The OSR2 Beta bootscreen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 11/08/1996
Windows 95 OEM Serial.
Notes:
This build features a new bootscreen which features the text Microsoft Internet Explorer and
the loading bar is in a different style and moving from left to right now. It includes Internet
Explorer 3.0 with Microsoft Mail and News as well as Microsoft NetMeeting 1.0 and Imaging
for Windows 95 developed by WANG, the program was later bought by Kodak.
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Windows 95 OSR2
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.00.1111 (4.00.950B)
The OSR2 desktop.
Install Information
No key or BIOS date is provided.
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Windows 95 OSR2.1 Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 07/06/1996
Languages: English
The OSR2.1 Beta installation screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 08/06/1996
Product Key: No key required.
Notes:
This build is from another brand, later known as Windows 95 C or 4.00.950 C or OSR 2.5. It
returns to the original Windows 95 bootscreen, but includes Internet Explorer 2.0.
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Windows 95 OSR2.1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
(4.00.950B)
The OSR2.1 desktop.
Install Information
Notes:
This build includes an updated version of the USB Supplement, while still retaining 1212 in the
QFE Check Application. As with the previous, the underlying Operating System is version
4.00.950B.
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Windows 95 OSR2.5
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
(4.00.950C)
The OSR2.5 installation screen.
Install Information
Notes:
This is the final version of Windows 95 released. With this release Microsoft introduced some
changes that are part of Windows 98, but then back-ported on Windows 95. The installation
itself is not changed, but after the first login, it continues the setup, installing the Windows
Desktop Update, Internet Explorer 4 and more. The new applications include: Microsoft
Internet Explorer 4, Microsoft Outlook Express 4, Microsoft Chat 2.0, Microsoft FrontPage
Express, Microsoft Music Control, Microsoft NetMeeting 2.1, Microsoft NetShow Player 2.0,
Microsoft Wallet, Microsoft Web Publishing Wizard 4.51, The Microsoft Network 1.5,
RealPlayer 4.01. This version identifies itself as 4.00.950C, also known as OSR2.5 and
4.00.1216C.
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Windows 98
Codename Memphis
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Windows 98 Pre-beta
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 12/12/1996
Languages: English
The 1351 desktop
Install Information
BIOS date: 13/12/1996
Notes:
This build sees a massive overhaul of the Windows Setup. It now features a sidebar and
different background, the dialog boxes and file copying stays mostly the same except for a
few new billboards. The 2nd Stage of Setup features a gray Windows logo background
(because of the 16 color) and you may notice a new bootscreen. Many applications stay the
same but WordPad is upgraded to Version 2.0. Setup has also installed the PLUS! Pack, this is
notable via the icons that are in the Explorer. In My Computer there is a bug that displays
multiple floppy devices.
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Windows 98 Beta 1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 24/02/1997
Languages: English
The Memphis Setup screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/02/1997
Product Key: No key is required.
Notes:
Some more changes to the Setup, it now features a box with Enable sounds but doesnt
work. The 2nd stage of setup now also features the sidebar and a new background, it also
does the final stage of the setup without a reboot, including setting up Windows Messaging.
After installation you notice a new bootscreen. New to this build is the heavy Internet
Explorer integration, since it is not About Windows but About Internet Explorer and Explorers
menus have a HTML background also the Windows 95 in the Start Menu have been replaced
with IE4 Preview Release banner.
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Windows 98 Beta 2
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 07/07/1997
Languages: English
The Memphis Setup screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 08/07/1997
Notes:
Internet Explorer 4 has been updated as well as Outlook Express about where the messages
are stored by default and secured.
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Windows 98 Beta 3
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 07/07/1997
Languages: English
The ScanDisk screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 23/09/1997
Timebomb: 31/01/1998 (+130
days)
Notes:
This build features a new bootscreen without a black background, but a clouds background
including the Beta 3 tag. The My Computer icon and several other icons in the Start Menu
are not displaying correctly, possibly because the icon layout changed in the icon file. Also
active Desktop displays incorrectly with displaying HTML code on the background. The FAT16
to FAT32 Converter now automatically defragments the hardware after the conversion is
done.
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Windows 98 RC0
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 16/02/1998
Languages: Chinese Simplified,
English, Italian
The RC0 desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 17/02/1998
Timebomb: 31/12/1998 (+317
days)
Product Key: 11111-11111-1111111111-11111
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Windows 98 Pre-RC1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 03/03/1998
Languages: English
The last page of the Setup Screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 04/03/1998
Product Key: HGBRM-RBK3VM9FXV-YCXDK-V38J4
Notes:
In this build the Active Desktop Wallpaper is changed from light blue to dark blue, also the
gradient is back and Accessibility Options is a new applet in the Control Panel.
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Windows 98 RC1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 30/03/1998
Languages: English
The Control Panel in RC1.
Install Information
BIOS date: 31/03/1998
Product Key: HGBRM-RBK3VM9FXV-YCXDK-V38J4
Notes:
This build introduces a splash screen to the Internet Connection Wizard. The information
included is provided by Microsoft for Windows 98 Beta Testers.
Dear Windows 98 Beta Testers,
We have taken the incredibly fast feedback we received on 1720 as well
as fixes that were already in the works and we are closer than ever to
RC1. We have implemented some core fixes which should help Power
Management, Multimedia and Dial-Up Networking. We would like all of
you to download this build if possible and give it a thorough run
through. Note: You do not have to download this build to stay active;
this is an optional download.
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Windows 98 RC3
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.10.1900.5
Date: 24/04/1998
Languages: English
The Recycling Bin in RC3.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/04/1998
Notes:
The HTML view is now default in Explorer even without the Active Desktop enabled.
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Windows 98 RC4
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 27/04/1998
Languages: English
The MS-DOS Prompt in RC4.
Install Information
BIOS date: 28/04/1998
Product Key: 77777-7777777777-77777-77777
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Windows 98
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 12/05/1998
Languages: English + 24 more
languages.
The Startup Menu in Windows 98.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
The RTM of Windows 98, also known as the Gold Edition or First Edition. This was also the last
edition of Windows 9x to come on Floppy Discs.
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Windows 98 SP1 Beta

General Information
File Format: Executable (.EXE)
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 02/07/1998
Languages: English
The Startup screen in Windows 98.
Install Information
BIOS date: 03/07/1998
Notes:
This build comes as a bunch of files (originally it was an .exe), it contains an update and a
SP1.cab. It doesnt update the build number itself but rather adds the Multimedia Update
behind the RTM build. It updates several components included in Windows such as Media
Player to version 5 which is now called Windows Media Player. Internet Explorer and Outlook
Express are updated to Service Pack 2.
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Windows 98 SE Beta
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 18/11/1998
Languages: English
The Windows Explorer.
Install Information
BIOS date: 19/11/1998
Timebomb: 01/04/1999 (+133
days)
Product Key: C9TCH-G72Y6G4DQK-QCQRM-K7XFQ
Notes:
Windows 98 Second Edition also known as OEM Service Release 1. This version updates several key
components of the system, while the explorer remained mostly the same, some applications were not.
Internet Explorer and Outlook Express 4 has been replaced by Internet Explorer and Outlook Express
5 Beta 2 and a new Internet Connection Wizard. It also features Windows Media Player 6 (according
to the version number) as well as Microsoft NetMeeting 2.11 Beta. The most drastic change you see is
in Outlook Express 5, which has been completely redesigned. Internet Explorer and the Windows
Explorer changed with some smaller spacing between buttons and it.
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Windows 98 SE
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 4.10.2222A
Date: 23/04/1999
Languages: English +27 others
A Windows 98 program.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows Me
Codename Millennium
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Windows Me Pre-Beta
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 13/07/1999
Languages: English
The updated setup process.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/07/1999
Timebomb: 15/12/1999 (+154
days)
Product Key: RBDC9-VTRC8D7972-J97JY-PRVMG
Notes:
This build identifies itself in certain points still as Windows 98. The final stage of the setup
doesnt feature a blue background but a sky background. After logging in you notice the
Windows 2000 style icons on the desktop, the Explorer has a different style sidebar and a
new About Windows dialog.
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Windows Me Beta 1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 20/09/1999
Languages: English
The Millennium desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 21/09/1999
Timebomb: 15/03/2000 (+176 days)
Product Key: RBDC9-VTRC8-D7972J97JY-PRVMG
Notes:
The bootscreen read Beta One instead of Developer Release and during the final part of
setup the screen resolution is now 800x600 instead of 640xx480 and the drums are
changed to 2 row dialog box. After you login there are a few new options in the Start Menu,
the old Media Player is available besides the newer 7.0 version, System restore is included but
non-functional for now and remember the Activity Centers from Codename Neptune? The
PC Help is part of that, but now included, it is a help system based around HTML.
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Windows Me Beta 2
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 17/11/1999
Languages: English
Spider solitaire.
Install Information
BIOS date: 18/11/1999
Timebomb: 15/05/2000 (+179 days)
Notes:
There are several new Control Panel Applets found in the control Panel such as Dial-Up
Networking, Taskbar, and Start Menu, Users and Windows Update AutoUpdate. Scanners and
Cameras got a new icon as did Sounds but also renamed as Sounds and Multimedia. In the
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Start Menu you can find some new Applications previously available as a separate PLUS!
Installation, Windows 2000 or new. Direct Cable Connection, Home Networking Wizard, CD
Player (Deluxe), DirectPlay Voice, Synchronize and a few Games: The Microsoft Hearts
Network, Solitaire, FreeCell, Minesweeper, 3D Pinball and Spider. Also included is the MSN
Gaming Zone with Internet Games such as Backgammon, Checkers, Hearts, Reversi and
Spades. The Windows Media Player included is Version 6.4 and Internet Explorer now carries
the 5.5 logo. Also new is the MSN Messenger Service at version 1.0.0893 found later included
(and with an Interface Upgrade) in Windows XP.
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Windows Me Beta 3
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 08/03/2000
Languages: English
The updated setup screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 09/03/2000
Timebomb: 15/08/2000 (+159 days)
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Windows Me RC0
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 08/05/2000
Languages: English
The Millennium desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 09/05/2000
Timebomb: 01/12/2000 (+206 days)
Notes
This build upgrades MSN Messenger Service to version 2.2, Movie Maker to 1.0.1371.0, Windows Media Player
also got an update, and it now plays a video at the first startup and Internet Explorer got a new logo in the
About Internet Explorer dialog box. The biggest update is that it now includes a new Windows Tour, which first
displays a video and then 4 options to explore, but they dont work yet.
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Windows Me RC1
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 24/05/2000
Languages: English
Windows Media Player.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/05/2000
Timebomb: 01/12/2000 (+190 days)
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Windows Me RC2
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 04/06/2000
Languages: English
Outlook Express.
Install Information
BIOS date: 05/06/2000
Timebomb: 01/12/2000 (+179 days)
Notes:
After installation you now get the Windows Millennium Tour after it loads the desktop for the
first time. The Internet Games are now re-branded as Zone.com. In Windows Media Player
the video that played is now replaced with a music sample.
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Windows Me
General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 08/06/2000
Windows Movie Maker.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.1
Codename NT
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Windows NT 3.1 Alpha

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 1.0
Date: 01/10/1991
Languages: English
Program Manager.
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/10/1991
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Windows NT 3.1 Beta 1

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: MIPS, x86
Date: 28/06/1992
Languages: English
Control Panel.
Install Information
BIOS date: 29/06/1992
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General Information
Bootable: Via Bootdisk
Date: 06/03/1993
Languages: English
Windows NT Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 07/03/1993
Notes:
This build changes the Windows 3.0 look for the 3.1 look. It includes more Control Panel
Applets and regular Applications but still uses some older 3.0 icons instead of the newer 3.1.
This build also introduces the Registry Editor that we still use today. Some new applications
included are Mail, Schedule+ and a Windows Tour.
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Windows NT 3.1 Final Beta

General Information
Date: 22/04/1993
Languages: English
Control Panel.
Install Information
BIOS date: 23/04/1993
Notes:
This is the April 1993 Beta but Microsoft forgot to change the wallpaper and still says March
1993. The last few icons are now also 3.1 style and during setup you get a warning if you want
to change the Display, recommending you to change it afterwards.
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Windows NT 3.1
General Information
Floppy Disk
Architecture: Alpha, MIPS, x86
Date: 11/09/1993
Control Panel.
Install Information
Released Product
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Windows NT 3.1 SP3

General Information
Executable (.EXE), Floppy Disk
Architecture: Alpha, MIPS, x86
Date: 04/10/1994
Windows NT Pre-Setup.
Install Information
Released Product
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Windows NT 3.5
Codename Daytona
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General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 16/06/1994
Languages: English, Japanese
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 17/06/1994
Product Key: No key is required
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Windows NT 3.5 RC1

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 01/08/1994
Languages: English
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/08/1994
Notes:
From this build on a floppyless installation can now be performed. Setup copies the
installation files and boot files to the HDD. Also the GUI Stage setup detects your Display
Adapter and you can install additional drivers to make your display work before the first
login.
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Windows NT 3.5 RC2

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 18/08/1994
Languages: English
Windows NT Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 19/08/1994
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Windows NT 3.5 Chicago Shell

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 19/11/1994
Languages: English
Windows NT Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 20/11/1994
Notes:
This is an updated Windows NT 3.5 Build, it also includes a Chicago Shell Beta, the new
Explorer that is included with Windows 95 and later NT 4.0.
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Windows NT 3.51
Codename Unknown
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General Information
Architecture: Alpha, PowerPC,
x86
Date: 10/02/1995
Languages: English
Desktop in 3.51.
Install Information
BIOS date: 11/02/1995
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Windows NT 3.51 RC2

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 10/02/1995
Languages: English
Disk Administrator.
Install Information
BIOS date: 30/04/1995
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Windows NT 3.51
General Information
Floppy Disk
Architecture: Alpha, MIPS, PC98,
PowerPC, x86
Date: 27/05/1995
Sound Recorder.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 SP1

General Information
File Format: ZIP
Bootable: No
PowerPC, x86
Date: 05/09/1995
The Login Screen
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 SP2

General Information
File Format: Executable (.EXE), ZIP
Bootable: No
PowerPC, x86
Date: 07/10/1995
The Setup Process.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 SP3

General Information
Bootable: No
PowerPC, x86
Date: 20/1/1995
The Setup Process.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 SP4

General Information
Bootable: No
PowerPC, x86
Date: 06/03/1996
The Setup Process.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 SP5

General Information
Bootable: No
PowerPC, x86
Date: 19/09/1996
The Setup Process.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 3.51 Shell Technology Preview

General Information
File Format: ZIP
Bootable: No
Architecture: Alpha, MIPS,
PowerPC, x86
Date: 27/05/1995
Languages: English
STP Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 28/05/1995
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Windows NT 3.51 Shell Technology Preview Update

General Information
File Format: ZIP
Bootable: No
Architecture: Alpha, MIPS,
PowerPC, x86
Date: 13/08/1995
Languages: English
STP Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/08/1995
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Windows NT 4.0
Codename Cairo
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General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 21/09/1995
Languages: English
Windows NT Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 22/09/1995
Notes:
Windows NT now features the Windows 95 Desktop which introduced the Explorer and
Taskbar with Start Menu. It still uses many NT 3.x programs and components as seen in icons
and style of dialogs. The Start Menu itself contains the NT 3.x map structure such as Main,
Games and Accessories.
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General Information
Floppy Disk
Architecture: x86
Date: 07/03/1996
Languages: English
Workstation Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 08/03/1996
Notes:
This build introduces a new Login Dialog Box is and the System Properties dialog is
introduced. Also new is the Imaging Application made by WANG (later bought Kodak).
Microsoft Write is replaced with Microsoft WordPad.
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Windows NT 4.0
General Information
Floppy Disk
Bootable: Yes
PowerPC, x86
Date: 03/08/1996
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 6a

General Information
Executable (.EXE)
Bootable: No
Architecture: Alpha, PC98, x86
Date: 18/11/1999
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
With the CD-ROM installation of the Service Pack you can also install Internet Explorer 5 for
Windows NT, which includes several new components such as the Browser, Outlook Express,
Media Player, and Netmeeting. This is a revised version of Service Pack 6, the original is hard
to find since it has been quickly replaced (just a few days) with this one.
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Windows 2000
Codename MemphisNT
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Windows 2000 Pre-Beta

General Information
Floppy Disk
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 17/03/1997
Languages: English
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 18/03/1997
Notes:
This build features a new WINNT logo with NT 5.0 clearly visible. After you login you are
presented with an animated interactive Internet Explorer 4 Platform Preview Active Desktop.
You notice that the Windows Desktop now heavily uses Internet Explorer, even About
Windows in the Help Menu is called About Internet Explorer. It also includes versions of
Hyper Terminal, ActiveMovie, CD Player, Media Player and even a Clock Application. Internet
Explorer is version 4.0 Beta 1.
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Windows 2000 Beta 1

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 09/09/1997
Languages: English
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 10/09/1997
Timebomb: 08/05/1998 (+ 240 days)
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Windows 2000 Beta 2

General Information
Architecture: x86
Date: 30/04/1998
Languages: English
Windows NT Desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 01/05/1998
Timebomb: 27/12/1998 (+ 240 days)
Notes:
With this build there is no longer a second boot option with VGA. Boots directly into a new
bootscreen. After the installation, a new blue background is displayed instead of the green
and it also includes update programs and settings, like the new Add/Remove dialog based
on HTML. Some programs have been moved around the Start Menu and it also includes a
Beta Media Player 5.2 which carries version 6.
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Windows 2000 Beta 3

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 13/12/1998
Languages: English
The Updated Winver.exe look.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/12/1998
Notes:
Which this build, we are now in the Beta 3 of Windows 2000 and Windows got a makeover.
You notice that setup has a new background and the stages are finalized. It removes the
Windows NT 5.0 and Workstation branding and is now using Windows 2000 and Professional
instead. You also notice a new Please Wait before the new Login Box. The Explorer has
undergone several changes as well, including a new winver.exe look, while the start menu is
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rearranged, it still uses NT4 icons all around the system. Also, Outlook Express has
undergone a face-lift and looks like the final version that is even in Windows XP.
Windows 2000 RC1

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 22/06/1999
Languages: English
The completion of the Setup Wizard.
Install Information
BIOS date: 23/06/1999
Timebomb: 09/09/2000
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Windows 2000 RC2

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: Alpha, x86
Date: 10/09/1999
Languages: English, German
Shutting down Windows 2000.
Install Information
BIOS date: 11/09/1999
Timebomb: 28/11/2000 (+ 444 days)
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Windows 2000 RC3

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 30/10/1999
Languages: English
Winver.exe in Windows 2000 RC3.
Install Information
BIOS date: 31/10/1999
Timebomb: 17/01/2001 (+ 444 days)
Product Key: DDTPV-TXMX7-BBGJ9WGY8K-B9GHM
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Windows 2000
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 07/12/1999
Languages: English + 21 others
The login screen in Windows 2000 RTM.
Install Information
Released Version
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Windows 2000 SP1 Beta

General Information
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 15/06/2000
Languages: English
The Command Prompt.
Install Information
BIOS date: 16/06/2000
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Windows XP
Codename Whistler
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Windows XP Pre-Beta
General Information
File Format: Compact Disc, Floppy Disk
Bootable: BSOD when using CD/DVD
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 5.0.2202.1 (ntvbl06.000202-1835)
Date: 02/02/2000
Languages: English
Winver.exe and system properties.
Install Information
BIOS date: 03/03/2000
Timebomb: 22/04/2001 (+444 days)
Notes:
This is the earliest leaked build for Whistler. It has been disputed if it is for Whistler or Post2000 or as a test build for the new Microsoft Build labs. We still believe this build belongs to
the Whistler builds, which is why it is noted here.
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Windows XP Technical Beta

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 5.0.2250.1 (main.000628-2110)
Date: 28/06/2000
Languages: English
The updated Control Panel.
Install Information
BIOS date: 29/06/2000
Timebomb: 27/09/2000 (+90 days)
Notes:
During the Setup in this build (and in the Winver dialog box after installation) it now has a
Codename Whistler banner instead of the Windows 2000 one. In this build, the Login Screen
now has a Windows Flag. It includes a new Start Menu and a theme called Professional. The
Control Panel has been updated with Categories similar to what you can find in Windows XP
RTM. In Help and Support, the File a Report page now reads Whistler Beta Team instead of
Neptune. You can turn off the machine again instead of Hibernating as default.
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Windows XP Beta 1
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 5.0.2296.1 (beta1.001024-1157)
Date: 24/10/2000
Languages: English
The updated Setup process.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/10/2000
Timebomb: 23/04/2001 (+180 days)
Notes:
This is Beta 1 that Microsoft released to testers. It hasnt changed much since the previous
build visually.
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Windows XP Pre-Beta 2
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 08/12/2000
Languages: English
The updated Star Menu.
Install Information
BIOS date: 09/12/2000
Timebomb: 07/06/2001 (+180 days)
Product Key: F6PGG-4YYDJ-3FF3TR328P-3BXTG
Notes:
With this build we enter the Beta 2 stage. It is in the 24xx range. For some reason Microsoft
skipped the 23xx builds. All builds found online are presumably fake. The setup of this build
now asks for a Product Key, while the previous ones did not. After setup is completed, and is
logged in for the first time, you notice a new Start Menu style and icons, including a new
Desktop Background with Whistler in it (although you can only see Whist clearly). This build
also includes the default Watercolor (renamed from Professional) theme and also 2 Test
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Visual Styles called Chartreuse Mongoose and Blue Lagoon. In the Control Panel, some
Applets have been updated with icons/text that has been removed/added. It also includes
MSN Explorer 1.1 and Windows Messenger 3.0 and System Restore from Windows
Millennium. Windows Media Player has been updated to Version 8 and Windows Movie
Maker to 1.1. There has also been some work on the Trident Engine for Internet Explorer and
in the About, it now reads version 6.0 instead of 5.60. Outlook Express still identifies itself as
version 5, but has been upgraded to version 6 as by the build number.
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Windows XP Beta 2
General Information

Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 15/03/2001
The RTM Start Menu.
Install Information
BIOS date: 16/03/2001
Timebomb: 12/09/2001 (+180 days)
Product Key: Personal: DTWB2-VX8WY-FG9R3-X696T-66Y46
Professional: DW3CF-D7KYR-KMR6C-3X7FX-T8CVM
Notes:
This build comes in several different languages. It still looks, feels and runs the same as the
previous builds.
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Windows XP Pre-RC1
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 5.1.2469.0 (idx02.010501-1228)
Date: 01/05/2001
Languages: English
The Setup process.
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/05/2001
Timebomb: 29/10/2001 (+180 days)
Product Key: DW3CF-D7KYR-KMR6C-3X7FX-T8CVM
Notes:
This build has now a working OOBE again with the Question Mark instead of Merlin to greet
you.
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Windows XP RC1
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 26/06/2001
Shutting down Windows XP 2505.
Install Information
BIOS date: 27/06/2001
Timebomb: 24/12/2001 (+180 days)
Product Key: QB2BW-8PJ2D-9X7JK-BCCRT-D233Y
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Windows XP Pre-RC2
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 17/07/2001
Languages: English
Desktop in Windows XP 2520.
Install Information
BIOS date: 18/07/2001
Timebomb: 14/01/2002 (+180 days)
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Windows XP Pre-RTM
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 5.1.2535.0 (xpclient010803-1621)
Date: 03/08/2001
Languages: English
The Bliss wallpaper returns.
Install Information
BIOS date: 04/08/2001
Timebomb: 31/01/2002 (+180 days)
Notes:
This build has the Bliss wallpaper default again instead of the Windows XP Professional one.
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Windows XP
General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 25/10/2001
The final setup process.
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
This build has the Bliss wallpaper default again instead of the Windows XP Professional one.
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Windows XP SP3
General Information
File Format: Compact Disc, Executable (.EXE)
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
The final setup process.
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
This is the final Service Pack released for Windows XP, unlike Service Pack 2, it does not
introduce any huge changes. It just includes various updates for included programs.
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Windows Vista
Codename Longhorn
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Windows Vista Milestone 3

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.3683.0 (Lab06_N.020923-1821)
Date: 23/09/2002
Languages: English
The redesigned desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 24/09/2002
Product Key: CKY24-Q8QRH-X3KMR-C6BCY-T847Y
Notes:
This build is the earliest build that is leaked of Windows Vista, then Codename Longhorn.
There is much to tell about Codename Longhorn and Windows Vista, but you can look up
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that yourself. The only thing I note generally is that before reset it was based on Windows
.NET Server 2003 Release Candidate and after the reset on Windows Server 2003 Service
Pack 1 Release Candidate. In this build there are several differences between the previous
client version of Windows (XP) and this one. It features a new wallpaper, a new theme called
Plex (Luna in Blue/Green/Silver and Windows Classic is still available). The Explorer shell also
has some updates. In the computer it has bars on how full the drive is and in the folder view
it has a detailed view on top. In the Control Panel, the options are mostly the same as in
Windows XP, but there are some new items like: My Hardware, Portable Audio Devices.
Some hints of Avalon are also there. The Display Properties is an Avalon Application, but
hardly complete and buggy. You can install the Media Center Edition via the steps included.
After installation, it is highly unstable. In VMware, it opens and closes almost instantly.
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General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 04/12/2002
Languages: English
The redesigned desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 05/12/2002
Notes:
This build features the first WIM installer. It is very basic, but does the function. It copies the
contents of install.wim to the hard drive and then after the reboot, it runs through the
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hardware installation and OOBE. During the second stage you only see Please Wait and you
must wait at this screen. After the setup is complete, it starts the OOBE. You only need to
create a user, then it loads the desktop and you can use the build. The theme is the same as
Milestone 3, even the background, while is this a Milestone 4 build, Luna and Classic can still
be enabled. There are no additional applications included. It does not come with Media
Center or Tablet PC.
MyTVapp
This build includes the MyTVapp. It is an application for recording and watching TV. Its
application is an Avalon container which is opened in Internet Explorer.
Start Page Launcher
Download the Start Page Launcher made by Stanimir Stoyanov:
http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/WinLonghornStartPageLauncher.zip
To run it locally, name your machine SHELLTEST and create a folder on your C:\ drive called ewad. In
that folder place the
OOBE.XML provided or add your own lines to it. Share the folder
scratch. Now just run StartPage.exe.
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General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 28/03/2003
Languages: English
The Printers and Faxes folder.
Install Information
BIOS date: 29/03/2003
Timebomb: 25/23/2004 (+ 362 days)
Notes:
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We have arrived in the Milestone 5 stage, which means a new wallpaper. There have been
updates to the Setup and Theme and some applications. In the setup you are now warned
before formatting. Also there is an extra setup for a computer name. 2 nd stage now includes
a PnP installation screen. The OOBE is still broken. There is a new login screen. The XP style
has been replaced with a newer version. Also a new multiple accounts login page. The theme
is till Plex, but contains a smaller taskbar and a button. The XP Luna and Classic are still
available, although the Taskbar stays in Plex format. Parental Controls has a new option as
well as a Game Library (which doesnt function). Windows Messenger 4.0 has been upgraded
to 5.0.
MyTvapp
This build includes the MyTVapp. It is an application for recording and watching TV. This
application is an Avalon container which is opened in Internet Explorer.
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General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 17/07/2003
Languages: English
The new wallpaper for the desktop.
Install Information
BIOS date: 18/07/2003
Timebomb: 14/01/2004 (+180 days)
Product Key: TCP8W-T8PQJ-WWRRH-QH76C-99FBW
Notes:
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And with this build we reach Milestone 6, which means another wallpaper change. This time
for a red one instead of blue. The same login is kept from 4029 as well as the bootscreen.
The Pig latin is still present. The sidebar is a bit emptier and the clock is bigger. Plex has been
updated a bit, like removing the Windows Flag and the Computer icon has been replaced. In
the Control Panel, the Sync Manager has a new icon as well as the icons in Explorers Game
Library have been updated. On the desktop there is a new icon called File a Longhorn bug
which leads to an internal website. Outlook Express has now a functioning about box
displaying the Outlook Express 7, Windows Messenger has also been updated to version 6.0,
still for internal usage only. Internet Explorer 6 is still present as 6.05 and the toolbar is now
besides the menu bar instead of being below it. Windows XPs Luna (3 variants, blue, olive
green, and silver) and the Windows Classic are still available, but when chosen as with the
previous build the Plex Taskbar and Sidebar are still displayed.
VoteNow
Included in this build is an internal application named VoteNow.exe it displays a message so
that employees using that build can vote the build after some time (~4 hours). It seems that
the desktop Notification that should display with You have been using this Longhorn Build
for a few hours now. By using the Vote Now button below, you can vote to let us know what
you think of it. To learn more, click this text. It is broken in this build due to it doesnt display
after the set amount of time.
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General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: ia64, x64, x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.4051.0 (idx02.031001-1340)
Date: 01/10/2003
Languages: English
The Appearance and Themes.
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/10/2003
Timebomb: 30/03/2004 (+180 days)
CKY24-Q8QRH-X3KMR-C6BCY-T847Y
P9BT8-6HBG3-GRF29-BM92B-M973D (ia64)
Notes:
This is the build from the Longhorn PDC (PDF2003). It was distributed as a kit, containing
the Professional builds, free and check/debug. Also the CTP of SQL2005 was included. This
build features an updated wallpaper as seen in 4042. This is also the first build to have IPv6
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enabled by default and the login screen is black with a colored Windows Flag. The 32-bit
version includes the Preinstallation Environment installation, which is now also in the
installation. This build also can partition and format the hard-disk it is going to install to. It
includes the Windows Media Player 9 (updated) and Windows Messenger (unchanged,
except this version allows all accounts. It is however missing the notifications on the desktop.
64-Bit
This is the first x64 version of Longhorn that was distributed. It contains the i386 style of
setup. In the 2nd stage and after installation, the basic drivers only. After installation, you see
the desktop with no sidebar and the start button contains the word Start. In the Control Panel
there is no category view and in Explorer there is no left side-bar. Internet Explorer is
available in a 32-bit and 64-bit version. Outlook Express is only available in 32-bit, but you
cant run it since it isnt configured to run in 64-bit. Furthermore, there are more applications
missing like Media Player and Messenger. As with the 32-bit version, it also includes the
Windows XP Luna and Windows Classic Themes. But unlike the 32-bit version, with the 64bit, the taskbar also changes.
Check/Debug
The Check/Debug builds wont install. It fails in the beginning before you can start the setup.
It could work on real machine, but this is so far untested by TCB
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Windows Vista Pre-Beta

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64, x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.5048.0 (winmain_idx02.0504010536)
Date: 01/04/2005
Languages: English
The new Aero Theme.
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/04/2005
Timebomb: 28/09/2005 (+179 days)
Notes:
This is a Pre-Beta build which has a new wallpaper. The installation for both the 32-bit and
64-bit uses the Windows Preinstallation Environment. After reboot, let it install which can take
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a while. After installation the login screen is the classic Windows login. After logging in you
see the new wallpaper and a new theme called Aero. It also displays a popup that your
computer might be at risk. This is from Windows XP Service Pack 2. The start menu border is
transparent by default. Microsoft did an overhaul of the explorer and control panel. Most
notably is the changed category view of the Control Panel. The applets included are mostly
the same, but it introduces the Security Center and the other options like Automatic Updates
and Windows Firewall. Windows Media Player 9 has been upgraded to version 10, but
Windows Messenger is not available in this build. Internet Explorer is still at version 6, but with
Service Pack 2. So with the information bar, Outlook Express is still reverted back to version 6.
Besides the default Aero theme, it also includes Windows XP Luna and Windows Classic.
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Windows Vista Beta 1

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.0.5112.0 (winmain_beta1.0507201600)
Date: 20/07/2005
Languages: English
Communications and Sync.
Install Information
BIOS date: 21/07/2005
Timebomb: 30/09/2006 (+436 days)
Notes:
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This is the official Beta 1 build. In this build the name Windows Vista is first mentioned as the
build string on the desktop on top of a new grassy wallpaper. Windows Setup has been
completely overhauled. It is now has a dark blue background and a lighter blue Windows
Logo, but the bootscreen remains unchanged. There are several changes since the pre-beta
build. The theme is still called Aero, but several enhancements to the Start Menu and taskbar
have been made such as the Beta 1 are darker and uses black colors while the Pre-Betas one
used lighter gray. It also includes the Security Pop-up seen in the Pre-Beta and Windows XP
Service Package 2. On the first boot, you also see a program running that is called the
Supplemental Driver Pack Installation Wizard which cant be used. There are several new
icons on the desktop: A readme, a link to the Supplemental Driver Pack and how to file a bug
report. The recycling bin is bigger and has turned. It is now facing left instead of right which
remains unchanged even in later Windows versions. The Control Panel has changed once
more. Now it shows groups with none, 1, or 2 basic tasks below it. It includes some updated
icons for some applications, but also includes some new ones like: Auxiliary Display, Indexing
and Search Options, Solutions to Problems and Windows Parental Controls (which was in the
pre-reset builds, but now reintroduced). In the 32-bit version, there are 2 portable devices
folder. One is named Portable Media Devices. In the 64-bit version there is an extra folder for
View x86 Control Panel icons. The solutions to problems is a new application which checks
for solutions online for problems your computer faces. In later Windows Versions it is still
present. In the Explorer you find Virtual Folders. The explorer windows themselves have
different colors: Blue, Green, Orange, and Red. It includes: Documents, Pictures, Music and a
games folder. The included applications are updated such as Media Player then to 3717,
Internet Explorer to 7 Beta. Outlook Express is still at version 6, but now includes 3 sample emails, includes an email about a feature only found in Vista Betas Outlook not in earlier
versions. Windows Messenger remains absent, but included is movie Maker 2.1, which cant
run without Audio Hardware. Other applications included are the Windows Backup Beta,
called SafeDocs when running. Also present is a Program Compatibility Wizard which helps
you install older applications, It also includes the UAP Settings which is default disabled. You
know it as User Account Control in later versions of Windows. It displays a message to
continue if you want to do an administrative task. As said before, the default theme is still
Aero with some enhancements. Unlike the Pre-Beta, it does not include Windows XPs Luna
anymore. Only Windows Classic
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Windows Vista Beta 2

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 14/12/2005
Languages: English
Classic Theme Vista.
Install Information
BIOS date: 15/12/2005
Timebomb: 31/05/2006 (+167 days)
Product Key: R4HB8-QGQK4-79X38-QH3HK-Q3PJ6
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Notes:
With this build, we have officially entered the Beta 2 stage. It features some changes to the UI
and setup. The installation process remains the same, even the OOBE after the 2 nd stage. The
OOBE now features a different background and some of the layout has been changed. You
will see a new login background (vista style) after the OOBE. The Aero theme of the UI has a
slightly grayed color. Icons have also been updated for several Control Panel Applets and
Desktop Applications. If you want to perform an administrative task you will be prompted to
continue. The dialogue box has been updated. Windows AntiSpyware has been renamed to
Windows Defender. Windows Media Player has a darker black color and has been updated.
Microsoft Internet Explorer has been renamed to Windows Internet Explorer and the icon has
a gold band. Code Name: Windows Collaboration is now functioning. Media Center has been
renamed to Windows Media Center and the UI (dark blue and different background) and
icon has been updated.
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Windows Vista Pre-RC 1

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 20/06/2006
Languages: English
Microsoft Mail in Vista.
Install Information
BIOS date: 21/06/2006
Timebomb: 31/05/2007 (+344 days)
Product Key: YVT36-YVCP2-J97GQ-7T22R-RWV8P
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Notes:
This build features some UI changes. The Windows Orb at startup is now large and includes
Windows Vista with the SKU on the login screen. The theme itself is slightly changes with
thicker borders. Included applications are mostly the same, but Media Center got a touch up.
Windows Vista RC 1
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.0.5600.1 (vista_rc1.060829-2230)
Date: 29/08/2006
Languages: Arabic, English
Shutting Down Screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 30/08/2006
Timebomb: 31/05/2007 (+274 days)
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Notes:
The official Release Candidate released by Microsoft. It also includes Check/Debug builds.
This version is not much different than previous versions.
Windows Vista Pre-RC 2

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.5712.0 (winmain.060824-1900)
Date: 24/08/2006
Languages: Chinese Simplified
WinVer in Chinese.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/08/2006
Timebomb: 01/06/2007 (+280 days)
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Notes:
The build is only leaked in Chinese.
VoteNow
Included in this build is an internal application named VoteNow.exe. It displays a window so
that employees using that build can vote for this build. It doesnt work since it requires a
SOAP request from an Internal Sever at Microsoft.
Windows Vista RC 2
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.5744.1 (vista_rtm_edw.0610031945)
Date: 03/10/2006
Languages: English
Windows Mail.
Install Information
BIOS date: 04/10/2006
Timebomb: 31/05/2007 (+239 days)
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Notes:
The build did not introduce much change. The Windows Slideshow Icon has been changed
and the RSS logo in one of the sidebar gadgets has too.
Windows Vista Pre-RTM

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 06/10/2006
Languages: English
Control Panel.
Install Information
BIOS date: 07/10/2006
Timebomb: 31/05/2007 (+236 days)
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Notes:
VoteNow
Included in this build is an internal application named VoteNow.exe it display's a window so
that the employees using that build can vote for this build.
It doesn't work since it requires a SOAP request from an Internal Server at Microsoft.
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Windows Vista
General Information
File Format: Compact Disc, DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.6000 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)
The RTM desktop.
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
This is the official RTM version of Windows Vista that retailed at the end of January 2007. It
was the first new consumer version of Windows since Windows XP in 2001. It had a long build
history and the first and only version of Windows which had a code reset. This was also the
last version of windows that would come on CD. 5 CDs for the x86 and 4 CDs for the
enterprise x86. The x64 didnt come on CD.
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Windows 7
Codename Blackcomb
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Windows Pre-Milestone 1
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.1.6469.1 (fbl_find_dev(wexbuild).0710021531)
Date: 02/10/2007
Languages: English
The login screen.
Install Information
BIOS date: 03/10/2007
Notes:
This build looks like Windows Vista. It is even branded in many places. You can also detach
the Windows Sidebar gadgets.
Enable the Superbar
Run: http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/win76164691businessenablesuperbar.zip
And then log-off and on again.
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Windows 7 Milestone 1
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 20/12/2007
Languages: English
Windows Calendar and WinVer.
Install Information
BIOS date: 21/12/2007
Timebomb: 07/05/2008 +138 days
Notes:
This build features some changes to the UI and included programs:
-
New bootscreen
PowerShell v2.
Left bar on the Control Panel Main Page is small and blue-greenish
Left bar on the Control Panel Option Page is blue-greenish.
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Enable the Superbar

Run: http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/win76165191enablesuperbar.zipthen
log-off and on again.
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.1.6608.1 (winmain_win7m2.080511-1400)
Date: 11/05/2008
Languages: English
The Welcome Center.
Install Information
BIOS date: 12/05/2008
Notes:
This build introduced some changes. Mostly in the Control Panel.
-
Troubleshooting
Windows Health Center
Workspaces Center
Device Center
PC Safeguard
Windows KeyRing
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Manage Activities
Activity Everywhere
Graphical PowerShell
In the Explorer shell, the bar separating the columns in detail view have been removed and
on the desktop the taskbar has a see through button for the desktop.
Enable the Superbar
Run: http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/win76166081enablesuperbar.zip
Then log-off and on again.
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General Information
File Format: Windows Imaging Format (.WIM)
Bootable: No
Architecture: x86
Date: 12/06/2008
Languages: English
Windows Troubleshooting Settings.
Install Information
BIOS date: 13/06/2008
Notes:
New or Changed in this build:
-
Theme (default taskbar, startbutton, color of theme)

Windows Solution Center (replaces Windows Health Center and Windows Security
Center)
Internet Explorer 8 Beta
Updated Superbar (When enabled via BlueBadge)
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Installation
This build has been leaked as a .WIM file only, so installing it is a bit different. The easiest
way is described here:
-
Create a .VMDK for VMware Workstation (50 GB), partition and format it.
Mount it via VMware Workstation
***Run VMware Workstation as admin if you are on Windows Vista and higher,
otherwise the mounted drive is not visible for GImageX***
Use GImageX to apply the install.wim to the mounted drive
Then just unmounts it and boot the VM (Dont forget to set the date ;) ).
Enable the Superbar

Run: http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/win7bluebadgev3.zip
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Windows 7 Pre-Beta
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 13/09/2008
Languages: English
Windows Setup.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/09/2008
Notes:
This build has been released by Microsoft to Developers ae the Professional Developers
Conference (PDC) 2008. Between the previous leaked build (6780) and this build, there has
not been very many changes apart from the fact that Windows Mail has now been disabled.
Although, it remains on the system and the main executable is copied during setup it is
hidden as a System File and disabled from running. This build by default installs the Ultimate
SKU but you can install the other ones, just by removing the ei.cfg in the \sources folder
before running the setup.
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Enable Superbar
Run
http://www.thecollectionbook.info/downloads/win7bluebadgev3.zip
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Windows 7 Beta
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.1.7000.0 (winmain_win7beta.081212-1400)
Date: 12/12/2008
Windows Media Player Config.
Install Information
BIOS date: 13/12/2008
Notes:
This is the official Windows 7 Beta released by Microsoft on 7 January 2009 to Technet/MSDN
subscribers and 10 January 2009 to the public. Between the previous leaked build and this
build there is not much difference in features or changed update programs.
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Windows 7 Pre-RC
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 15/01/2009
Languages: English
Windows Internet Explorer 8.
Install Information
BIOS date: 16/01/2009
Notes:
This build introduced some changes since the official Beta release.
-
On the Control Panel, the blue bar on the left side is removed.
On the Control Panel, options the left side dark blue color has been replaced with a
lighter blue one.
HomeGroup icon has been replaced.
All Control Panel Items have been removed in favor of an option for Large and Small
Icons (default is Category view)
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Internet Explorer 8 has been upgraded to Release Candidate 1

Internet 8 Setup Windows Internet Explorer 8 has a new start page
Windows Media Center introduces arrows left/right on first setup.
Getting Started has a new background
Paint and WordPad Ribbon have some small updates.
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Windows 7 RC Escrow
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.1.7077.0 (winmain_win7rc.090404-1255)
Date: 04/04/2009
Languages: English
Setup process.
Install Information
BIOS date: 05/04/2009
Notes:
Since the previous build no major changes have been introduced:
Changes:
-
More white on the active superbar icon.

Different startup routine for Windows Media Center
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Windows 7
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.1.7600.1 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
Setting up Internet Explorer 8
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
Released on 22 October 2009 after for than 2 years in development. It introduced several
changes since Windows Vista. The most notable being the Superbar which replaces the
taskbar and introduces Libraries. There are 6 SKUs which have several sub version: E, N, K,
and KN. The E edition was meant for the European Union and had Internet explorer removed
but this version was never made available. The N edition lacks the Windows Media-related
technologies and was sold in Europe along with the regular Windows Edition. A Media
Feature pack is available which puts the Media-related technologies back in. The K edition is
only released in the Korean language and includes specific Korean links to programs. The KN
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edition is the same as the K edition but as with the N edition, this version does not include
Windows Media-related technologies. A Media Feature Pack is available which puts the
Windows Media-related technologies back in.
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Windows 8
Codename 8
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Date: 22/09/2010
Languages: English
File Explorer
Install Information
BIOS date: 23/09/2010
Product Key: Enterprise: H7X92-3VPBB-Q799D-Y6JJ3-86WC6
Home Basic: YGFVB-QTFXQ-3H233-PTWTJ-YRYRV
Home Premium: RHPQ2-RMFJH-74XYM-BH4JX-XM76F
Professional: HYF8J-CVRMY-CM74G-RPHKF-PW487
Starter: 7Q28W-FT9PC-CMMYT-WHMY2-89M6G
Ultimate: D4F6K-QK3RD-TMVMJ-BBMRX-3MBMV
Notes:
The first leaked Windows 8 build. While it does say Windows 7 everywhere and the kernel still
is 6.1, it is a Windows 8 build. Some new features/looks:
-
Centered text in title bars

NDA on the desktop
New default background that replaces the Windows Logo
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Language Profile in Control Panel

User Picture in the lower right corner with My Settings and My Look
Help and Support not available
Internet Explorer 9 Beta
Auto colorization of Windows borders according to the background
Reader (for .PDF files)
Modern Windows Task Manager
Ribbon UI
Webcam Capture Application
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.2.7927.0 (fbl_srv_wdacxml.110214-1930)
Date: 14/02/2011
Languages: English
Control Panel
Install Information
BIOS date: 15/02/2011
Product Key: No product key required
Notes:
New/Updated features/looks:
-
Aero now software rendered if there is no graphic driver installed

History Vault
New language options
Internet Explorer 9 Beta/RC
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Applications Folder
Auto Colorization
Immersive Browser
Lockscreen Background
Immersive Reader
Task Manager
Advanced Task Manager
OOBE
Pattern Login
Ribbon UI
Webcam Application
Metro Control Panel
System Reset
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Windows 8 Pre-Milestone 3
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.2.7955.0 (fbl_srv_wdacxml.110228-1930)
Date: 28/02/2011
Languages: English
Settings
Install Information
BIOS date: 02/03/2011
Product Key: D4F6K-QK3RD-TMVMJ-BBMRX-3MBMV
Notes:
-
Aero now software rendered if there is no graphic driver installed.

History Vault
Internet Explorer 9 Beta/RC
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Applications folder
Auto Coloration
Immersive Browser
Lockscreen Background
Immersive Reader
Task Manager
Advanced Task Manager
OOBE
Pattern Login
Ribbon UI
Webcam Application
Metro Control Panel
System Reset
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64
Date: 21/04/2011
Languages: English
Computer
Install Information
BIOS date: 22/04/2011
Notes:
-
Aero now software rendered if there is no graphics driver installed.

History Vault
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Internet Explorer 9
Aero Lite
Applications Folder
Auto Colorization
Immersive Browser
Lockscreen background
Immersive Reader
OOBE
Pattern Login
System Reset
Portable Workspace Creator
Metro Control Panel
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Windows 8 Developer Preview

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Date: 30/08/2011
Languages: English
Change Drive
Install Information
BIOS date: 31/08/2011
Product Key: 6RH4V-HNTWC-JQKG8-RFR3R-36498
Not needed for installation
Notes:
This build has been distributed at the build 2011 Conference in Anaheim.
It comes in 32-bit and 64-bit flavors, the 64-bit also has a separate release including
Developer Tools like Visual Studio with Blend. This was the first official preview of Windows 8.
It includes the features we know now in the Release to Manufacturing build of Windows 8,
such as the Startscreen, Charms bar, Lockscreen and Control Panel, but as this is an early
preview it looks and behaves differently, such as the Charms bar is in the left lower corner
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where the start menu was located. When you open an Metro Application it also display's text
besides the App specific Logo. The Ribbon UI in this build resembles the Office 2007 /
Windows Live, the aero is still transparent as in Windows 7, but squarer. It also includes
several Sample Applications not shipped in the Release to Manufacturing version, although
some do but are named differently.
- Internet Explorer
- Store (non-functional)
- Control Panel
- Socialite
- Weather
- Stocks
- News
- Tweet@rama
- build
- 5 in a row
- Piano
- Paintplay
- Labyrinth
- mopod
- Tile Puzzle
- NearMe
- Picstream
- Zero Gravity
- MeasureIt
- Alarms
- Treehouse Stampede!
- CheckM8
- Remote Desktop
- Memories
- Tube Rider
- Word Hunt
- Notespace
- Flash Cards
- Ink Pad
- Sudoku
- Copper
- Air Craft
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- BitBox
Most of these applications were written by contest winners over the summer in 2011 at
Microsoft.
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.2.8250.0 (winmain_win8beta.120217-1520)
Date: 17/02/2012
Languages: English + 1 other
File Explorer
Install Information
BIOS date: 18/02/2012
Product Key: DNJXJ-7XBW8-2378T-X22TX-BKG7J
Notes:
This is the second preview released by Microsoft in February 2012. This release is targeted at
the general consumer. It comes in 32-bit and 64-bit flavors in free and checked versions.
The Metro Startscreen has been improved. It is almost identical to the RTM version. Now you
can select different background styles and colors and the Lockscreen picture has been
replaced. The charms bar is now on the right and PC Settings (replacement name of Control
Panel) is now on the charms bar instead of the Startscreen. On the desktop, the default
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wallpaper has been replaced with a metro stylish version of the beta fish and a large 8. The
Windows Store now works but it needs an active internet connection. The Windows Live apps
(Games, Video, Music) work only in selected countries and support Microsoft Account sign-in.
Most of the sample apps have been removed since the Developer Preview and some have
been renamed. Here is a list of included Apps:
-
Store
Xbox LIVE Games
Maps
Internet Explorer
Video
Photos
Messaging
Mail
Weather
Calendar
People
PinballFX2
Solitaire
Camera
Xbox Companion
Music
SkyDrive
Remote Desktop
Finance
Reader
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Windows 8 Release Preview

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.2.8400.0 (winmain_win8rc.120518-1423)
Date: 18/05/2012
Startup Settings
Install Information
BIOS date: 19/05/2012
Product Key: Release Preview: TK8TP-9JN6P-7X7WW-RFFTV-B7QPF
Core: 2H7NK-3VJJY-HHY3Y-WM3T8-JFCRY
Pro: GCNRF-BHBCM-W9YWM-VWQP6-TJBWR
Media Center: MBFBV-W3DP2-2MVKN-PJCQD-KKTF7
Notes:
This is the final preview released by Microsoft in May 2012. The final build (9200.16384) was
compiled only 2 months later. Microsoft released more languages in both 32-bit and 64-bit
flavors. The English version also contains a checked version. Once again the Lockscreen and
Default wallpaper have changed to leaves and tulips respectively. The aero is still transparent
but is more flat as Ribbon UI. The Apps included have been updated, but no apps were
introduced. Some have been removed as well. The tile colors have also changed. Here is a list
of included apps.
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- Mail
- People
- Messaging
- Calendar
- Photos
- Video
- Weather
- Internet Explorer
- Store
- Maps
- SkyDrive
- Music
- Xbox LIVE Games
- Camera
- News
- Sports
- Travel
- Finance
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Windows 8 Pre-RTM
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.2.8888.1 (win8_gdr_soc_IntelL.120724-2000)
Date: 24/07/2012
Languages: English
Windows Easy Transfer
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/07/2012
Product Key: Core: 2H7NK-3VJJY-HHY3Y-WM3T8-JFCRY
Pro: GCNRF-BHBCM-W9YWM-VWQP6-TJBWR
Notes:
This build is just shy of 9200, the RTM of Windows 8. Visually it is the same as the RTM. It
doesnt even include the Microsoft Confidential text.
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Windows 8
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
PC Settings
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
This the RTM of Windows 8. It was released in October 2012. It has several different SKUs
including a Country Specific one which is only released in Chinese Simplified. This version has
changed the aero style and is no longer transparent at the Windows borders but the taskbar
is. Also there is a new default Lockscreen, wallpaper and color. There are no new apps but
the colors have been changed once more and some icons were replaced. The included apps
are:
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- Mail
- People
- Messaging
- Calendar
- Photos
- Finance
- Weather
- Internet Explorer
- Store
- Maps
- SkyDrive
- Sports
- News
- Bing
- Travel
- Games
- Camera
- Music
- Video
Most Apps contain some sample data, others just a static page if there is no internet
connection. The Mail, People, Messaging, Calendar and store apps require a Microsoft
Account.
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Windows 8.1
Codename Blue
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Windows 8.1 Milestone 1

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Full Buildtag: 6.3.9364.0 (fbl_partner_out13.130315-2105)
Languages: English
PC Settings
Install Information
BIOS date: 16/03/2013
Pro: MTWNQ-CKDHJ-3HXW9-Q2PFX-WB2HQ
ProWMC: MBFBV-W3DP2-2MVKN-PJCQD-KKTF7
Notes:
This is the first publicly leaked build of Windows 8.1. These are the new features that werent
in Windows 8:
-
4 New Apps (Alarms, Calculate, Sound Recorder, Movie Moments)

50/50 split is default but you can change it to your liking
3 way split from 1680x1050 and higher
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4 way split from 2560x1600 and higher

2 New Tile sizes (1x1 and 4x4, besides 2x2 and 2x4)
New Bing Bases Search Engine
Internet Explorer Slide through history (only on Touch Enabled devices)
WebGL support in Internet Explorer 11
SPDY support in Internet Explorer 11
New F12 Developer Tools
FileManager App replacement for SkyDrive App
Picture Frame for the Lockscreen
SlideToShutdown as on Windows Phones
New PC Settings
SkyDrive Testpage in Settings
New Activation Screens
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Windows 8.1 Milestone 2

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x86
Languages: English
PC Settings charmsbar
Install Information
BIOS date: 30/03/2013
Notes:
This build was first released as a boot.wim and a small portions of the System32 files only. It
was later leaked as a full build. New and/or updated features:
-
New Search Pane is now default and has been updated

All Apps button has been updated
Kiosk Mode, to set Windows to use only a single app
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Windows 8 Pro has been changed to Windows 8.1 Pro Preview

Use feeds for Lock Screen slideshow
Fingerprint Password
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Windows 8.1 Milestone Preview

General Information
File Format: DVD, .ESD, .MSU
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.3.9431.0 (winmain_bluemp.130615-1214)
Windows Media Player
Install Information
BIOS date: 16/06/2013
Enterprise: YNB3T-VHW8P-72P6K-BQHCB-DM92V
Notes:
This is the official Milestone Preview released by Microsoft on 26 June 2013. You can use an
update so that it installs via the Windows Store with only the languages available. If you are
on another language that is not available in this preview or on the enterprise edition, you will
have to use an ISO to install. New and changed items since the previous leaked build:
-
Bootscreen
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OOBE (Changed, it has extra boxes in the color selection and it checks for an internet
connection before you can setup a local account)
New layout of tiles in all sizes (Start Screen, App must support the tile size to let it
display those formats)
New default Lockscreen background
Updated PC Settings
Lockdown (assigned access) Kiosk Mode is not present
New Apps;
-
Alarms
Calculator
Food & Drink
Health & Fitness
Help & Tips (just a shell, since it is not available in this preview)
Reading List
Scan
Sound Recorder
Desktop Updates:
- StartTip that takes you to the Start Screen
- New options for the Taskbar and Navigation:
-- Go to the desktop instead of Start when I sign in
-- Show my desktop background on Start
-- Always show Start on my main display when I press the Windows logo key
-- Show the Apps view automatically when I go to Start
-- Search everywhere instead of just my apps when I search from the Apps view
-- List desktop apps first in the Apps view when it's sorted by category
- When window is maximized the title bar is no longer centered (vmware bug, or new feature
is unknown)
- Control Panel has a new option: Work Folders
- This PC instead of Computer
- Libraries are hidden
- User folders in This PC as shortcuts
- Internet Explorer 11
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- F12 Developer Tools for Internet Explorer 11 which is default

You can also install the Single Language SKU with the Windows Store Update when
upgrading from that Windows 8 SKU.
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Windows 8.1 Pre-RTM

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64
Languages: English
This PC
Install Information
BIOS date: 27/07/2013
Product Key: Pro: NTTX3-RV7VB-T7X7F-WQYYY-9Y92F
During installation it will install with a default serial. You need to apply the pro key
with: slmgr.vbs ipk KEY and with an internet connection active. It will automatically
activate.
Notes:
This is the first leak after Public Preview (9431). It features some small updates, but other that
the ToolTips, you are presented with, it is not much different. During installation, you notice
that the introduction has been scaled down. Just a single line of text and then 2 new ones
during the color screens. In the Start Screen Personalize option you can see the dragon is
now available which was missing from the Preview when installed but was shown at BUILD
2013. The following is a list of applications available:
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- Alarms
- Calculator
- Calender requires a Microsoft Account
- Camera
- Desktop
- Finance
- Food & Drink Updated icon
- Games
- Health & Fitness Updated tile, orange instead of purple
- Help+Tips Now functioning
- Internet Explorer
- Mail requires a Microsoft Account
- Maps
- Music
- News
- PC settings
- People requires a Microsoft Account
- Photos
- Reader
- Reading List
- Scan
- SkyDrive requires a Microsoft Account
- Skype requires a Microsoft Account or Skype Account
- Sound Recorder
- Sports
- Store requires a Microsoft Account
- Travel
- Video
- Weather
The Desktop Applications didnt really change, even Internet Explorer 11 is still branded as
Preview.
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Windows 8.1
General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.3.9600.0 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)
Settings in OOBE
Install Information
Released Version
Notes:
This build introduces some different tile sizes for some programs. It also uses a new
Lockscreen background and Wallpaper. It also contains a new theme. Some Apps on the
Modern Start Screen have been added, removed or moved.
-
Skype New
People Smaller
Reading list Moved
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SkyDrive Moved
News Moved
Store Moved and Larger
Food and Drink Moved
Travel Removed
Maps Moved
The following is a list of applications available:
- Alarms
- Calculator
- Calendar requires a Microsoft Account
- Camera
- Desktop
- Finance
- Food & Drink
- Games
- Health & Fitness
- Help + Tips
- Internet Explorer
- Mail requires a Microsoft Account
- Maps
- Music
- News
- PC settings
- People requires a Microsoft Account
- Photos
- Reader
- Reading List
- Scan
- SkyDrive requires a Microsoft Account
- Skype requires a Microsoft Account or Skype Account
- Sound Recorder
- Sports
- Store requires a Microsoft Account and Large Title Size
- Travel
- Video
- Weather
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The included Apps (Modern) and Desktop Applications (Win32) are mostly the same as in
the Preview, or slightly updated.
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Windows 10
Codename Threshold
Released: 29/7/2015
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64
Full Buildtag: 6.4.9834.0 (fbl_parner_eeap.140908-0936)
Languages: Chinese Simplified
Control Panel
Install Information
BIOS date: 09/09/2014
Notes:
It is just a bit earlier then the official Technical Preview, but there are a few differences. The
Notification Center is already present and includes some applications such as Remind Me and
2 New Control Panel Items, it seems but they are separate applications.
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Windows 10 Technical Preview 1

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 6.4.9841.0 (fbl_release.140912-1613)
Desktop
Install Information
BIOS date: 13/09/2014
Product Key: Technical Preview: NKJFK-GPHP7-G8C3J-P6JXR-HQRJR
Technical Preview for Consumer: 334NH-RXG76-64THK-C7CKG-D3VPT
Technical Preview for Enterprise: PBHCJ-Q2NYD-2PX34-T2TD6-233PK
Notes:
This is the Technical Preview of Windows 10. The major change in this new build is the return
of the Start Menu.
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General Information
File Format: DVD, Electronic Software Download (.ESD)
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 10.0.9926.0 (fbl_awesome1501.150119-1648)
Settings
Install Information
BIOS date: 20/01/2015
Technical Preview for Consumer: 334NH-RXG76-64THK-C7CKG-D3VPT
Notes:
This is the January Technical Preview. As seen in the Windows 10 Event on 21 January. The
Charms have been removed. Instead you can use the new notification center or you can use
table mode that stretches the Start Menu on the whole screen. As in 9901 we notices the
Win32 calculator (calc.exe) has been removed and opens the Modern Calculator. The
Explorer has new icons and Home has been renamed to Quick Access. The Options menu for
explorer has also been updated.
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General Information
File Format: Electronic Software Download (.ESD)
Bootable: No
Full Buildtag: 10.0.10049.0 (fbl_impressive.150325-1700)
Control Panel
Install Information
BIOS date: 26/03/2015
Education: NCQDD-DCDRV-HRG6J-4F7PF-TVJDF
Notes:
This build includes Project Spartan. The app Alarms has been renamed Apps & Clocks and is
white. The Calculator and Voice recorder are also slightly updated such as a white
background. When using this build on battery there is a new pop-up for the battery icon.
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Windows 10 Insider Preview

General Information
File Format: DVD, Electronic Software Download (.ESD)
Bootable: Yes
The new mail App.
Install Information
BIOS date: 25/04/2015
Product Key: Technical Preview: 6P99N-YF42M-TPGBG-9VMJP-YKHCF
Technical Preview for Enterprise: VTNMT-2FMYP-QCY43-QR9VK-WTVCK
Education: NCQDD-DCDRV-HRG6J-4F7PF-TVJDF
Notes:
This build features an updated network icon. The vertical slider of the volume control is now
horizontal. Included are new sounds in this build.
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General Information
Bootable: No
Developer Features.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/05/2015
Product Key: Professional: 6P99N-YF42M-TPGBG-9VMJP-YKHCF
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General Information
Bootable: No
Developer Features.
Install Information
BIOS date: 14/05/2015
Product Key: Professional: 6P99N-YF42M-TPGBG-9VMJP-YKHCF
Enterprise: VTNMT-2FMYP-QCY43-QR9VK-WTVCK
Notes:
The UI changes seen in 10125 are now available in the 10130 Insider build released by
Microsoft such as: New icons, sounds (again), the darker Cortana screens and better fly out
menus. In Microsoft Solitaire Collection, the beta logo has been removed. Updated MSN
Apps such as Money, News, Weather, included when first started the edition you want to
watch. Also included is the mysterious (for now) Network Beta map (although we can guess
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that its for showing nearby Wi-Fi connections as available on Windows Phone). Also updated
for the first time is when you are asked Add your Microsoft Account, but its fancier than the
previous one.
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General Information
Bootable: No
Outlook Mail.
Install Information
BIOS date: 04/07/2015
Product Key: Home: KTNPV-KTRK4-3RRR8-39X6W-W44T3
Professional: 8N67H-M3CY9-QT7C4-2TR7M-TXYCV
Enterprise: CKFK9-QNGF2-D34FM-99QX2-8XC4K
Notes:
This build is released to fast ring users of the insider program on 09/07/2015. This is the last
insider build before the RTM build 10240.
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Windows 10 RTM (Service Release 0)

General Information
File Format: CD, DVD, USB, (.ESD)
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 10.0.10240.16384 (th1.150709-1700)
Outlook Mail.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
The final build of Windows 10, released to Windows Insiders on July 15 th, and to the general
public on July 29th.
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Windows Server 2003

Codename Whistler Server
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Windows Server 2003

General Information
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: ia64, x86
Full Buildtag: 5.2.3790.0 (srv03_rtm.030324-2048)
The Login Screen.
Install Information
Released Product.
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Windows Server 2003 R2

Codename Release 2
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General Information
Bootable: Yes
Full Buildtag: 5.2.3790.2075 (dnsrv_r2.051122-2350)
Windows Server 2003 R2 upgrade.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
It comes as a complete installation. It installs the SKU selected (Standard, Enterprise,
Datacenter) with either Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2 as a clean installation. After the
installation it asks you for the 2nd disc and it updates the Operating System to Release 2. You
can also install it on an installation with Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2 that is already
installed.
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Windows Server 2008

Codename Longhorn Server
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Windows Server 2008

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: ia64,x64, x86
Full Buildtag: 6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)
Windows Server 2008 login screen.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
This is the build of Windows Server 2008 that was released to the public. It is labeled as RTM
but also includes service pack 1 since it was released at the same time as Windows Vista
Service Pack 1.
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Codename Server 7
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: ia64, x64,
Windows Server 2008 login screen.
Install Information
Released Product.
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Windows Server 2012

Codename Server 8
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Windows Server 2012

General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64
Internet Explorer 10.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
This is the server counterpart of Windows 8. It does include the Modern Start Screen, but it
boots directly to the desktop. It does not include any modern Apps or PC Settings. The
Internet Explorer tile opens up the desktop Internet Explorer. It includes a Server Manager
with which you can install/uninstall roles and features.
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Codename Server Blue
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General Information
File Format: DVD
Bootable: Yes
Architecture: x64
Full Buildtag: 6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)
Ease if Access showing off the start button.
Install Information
Released Product.
Notes:
As with Windows Server 2012, this version includes the Modern Start Screen, but no Modern
Apps or PC Settings. The Internet Explorer tile opens up the desktop internet Explorer. It
includes a Server Manager with which you can use to install/ uninstall roles and features. It
also reintroduces a start button.
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Windows 1.0 Developer Release 5

BIOS Date: 01/11/1984

This is the earliest leaked build of

Windows 1.0 Alpha

MS-DOS Executive in DOSBox

File Format: Floppy Disk

BIOS Date: 01/02/1985

This version of Windows

Windows 1.0 Beta

BIOS Date: 02/05/1985

This build features a brand new

Windows 1.0 Premiere Edition

Premiere Edition Running on an IBM PC

No key or BIOS date required.

The first release of Windows,

MS-DOS Executive in full color

No key or BIOS date required.

This version of Windows 1.x was

MS-DOS Executive in Windows 1.03

- MS-DOS Version 3.20 is now completely supported. This includes

MS-DOS Executive with Calculator running on top

No key or BIOS date required.

Windows Version 2.01 made a big

MS-DOS Executive underneath Control Panel

Windows 2.10 for 386/286

Clipboard overtop MS-DOS Executive

Windows 2.11 for 386/286

MS-DOS Executive 2.11

Windows 3.0 Alpha

MS-DOS Exec 2.1 on Windows 3.0.14

BIOS Date: 23/02/1989

A very early build in Windows 3.0.

Windows 3.0 Beta

Clipboard and Program Manager

Clipboard and Program Manager

Windows 3.1 Beta 1

Clipboard and Program Manager

BIOS Date: 06/04/1991

We already see a massive change

Windows 3.1 Beta 2

Bootscreen for Windows 3.1 Beta 2

BIOS Date: 28/08/1991

Beta 2 of Windows 3.1 as noted

Windows 3.1 Final Beta

About Sound Recorder Dialogue Box

BIOS Date: 18/12/1991

The largest difference between

Windows 3.1 Release Candidate

BSOD from running MS-DOS applications

BIOS Date: 04/02/1992

The Final Beta tag is removed

Product Manager running in 3.1 RTM

No key or BIOS date is required.

This build is available on Floppy

Bootscreen for Windows 3.1 Beta 2

Cabinet running in 58s.

The 122 desktop.

The 216 desktop.

The 405 desktop.

The RC1 shutdown screen.