Windows 8 Discription:-
Windows 8 is the code name of upcoming operating system of “Microsoft Windows”.
The operating system has support for ARM microprocessors along with traditional x86 microprocessors from Intel and AMD. Windows 8 user interface (UI) has been changed to make it better suitable for touchscreen devices/input in addition to the traditional mouse and keyboard input.
Currently, Anyone can download Windows 8 Developer Preview but this release is for developers, but you can definitely give this new operating system a try.
Following are the Direct Links for downloading ISO Files for Windows 8 Developer Preview with all Developer Tools and Metro Style Applications.
Download windows 8 iso file:-
Windows Developer Preview English, 64-bit (x64)
Download Windows Developer Preview English, 64-bit (x64) – File Size: 3.6 GB
Sha 1 hash – 79DBF235FD49F5C1C8F8C04E24BDE6E1D04DA1E9
The ISO File is used to install the Windows Developer Preview and Metro style apps on a 64-bit PC.
Windows Developer Preview with developer tools English, 64-bit (x64)
Download Windows Developer Preview with developer tools English, 64-bit (x64) – File Size: 4.8 GB
Sha 1 hash – 6FE9352FB59F6D0789AF35D1001BD4E4E81E42AF
The ISO File comes with following installation modules:
- 64-bit Windows Developer Preview
- Windows SDK for Metro style apps
- Microsoft Visual Studio 11 Express for Windows Developer Preview
- Microsoft Expression Blend 5 Developer Preview
- 28 Metro style apps including the BUILD Conference application
Windows Developer Preview English, 32-bit (x86)
Download Windows Developer Preview English, 32-bit (x86) – File Size: 2.8 GB
Sha 1 hash – 4E0698BBABE01ED27582C9FC16AD21C4422913CC
The ISO File is used to install the Windows Developer Preview and Metro style apps on a 64-bit PC.
Important Note from Microsoft:
The Windows Developer Preview is a pre-beta version of Windows 8 for developers. These downloads include pre-release software that may change without notice. The software is provided as it is, and you bear the risk of using it. It may not be stable, operate correctly or work the way the final version of the software will. It should not be used in a production environment. The features and functionality in the pre-release software may not appear in the final version. Some product features and functionality may require advanced or additional hardware, or installation of other software.
System Requirements:
Following are the system requirements in order to install and run Windows 8 Developer Preview successfully on your PC:
- 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
- 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
- 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
- DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
* In order to Take advantage of touch input feature present in Windows 8 Developer Preview, you need a screen that supports multi-touch input
Also, for gaining access to more set of control and APIs, that enable applications to integrate Single Sign On (SSO) with Microsoft connected accounts and enable users to access information from SkyDrive, Hotmail, and Messenger, you need to create a Live Connect Account or head over to MSDN Subscriber Page
You need to use softwares like Nero, Ashampoo or Windows Disk Image Burner for burning any of the above ISO Files of Windows 8 Developer Preview. The ISO file that contains developer tools requires a Dual Layer DVD, as well as a DVD burner that can handle dual-layer DVDs. Most modern burners should be able to handle Dual Layer DVDs.
Hope you enjoy the Developer Version/Preview of Windows 8 and we will be eagerly waiting for the final launch of Windows 8!
