Microsoft OEM License
The Microsoft OEM system builder license is designed to make it easy for system builders to acquire and distribute genuine Microsoft software with the systems they build and sell. The licensing information found here will help you understand the system builder license, which is an agreement between you, the system builder, and Microsoft.
Key Resources
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Windows 8.1 licensing
To simplify the number of SKUs at retail and prevent customer confusion, Microsoft has made some changes to Windows 8.1 licensing. Find out what has changed for both the retail full packaged product (FPP) and the system builder license.
- See the Windows 8.1 licensing guide. .pdf 200 KB
Windows 8 licensing
The Windows 8 Licensing guide details the use of Windows 8 software in COEM. It discusses both the System Builder License and the Personal Use License and scenarios under which they may be used.
- For more information, see the Windows 8 licensing guide. .pptx 2.64 MB
Windows 7 licensing
Experience a fun, interactive guide that will help you learn about the opportunities around unlicensed PCs, Windows 7 desktop licensing, and Microsoft’s legalization solutions for your customers. “Spin the wheel” for information about Windows 7 desktop licensing, including:
- How you can help your customers understand Microsoft Windows 7 desktop licensing.
- How customers might become victims of unlicensed PCs.
- Options for legalization.
The following Microsoft OEM system builder licensing resources include licensing information relating to Microsoft products and the importance of genuine Microsoft software for the system Builder audience.
OEM System Builder Licensing guide .pdf 3.49 MB
This guide will help you understand Microsoft licensing for Windows 8.1, Office 2013, Office 365, and Windows Server products. Topics include how to acquire, preinstall, and distribute Microsoft software on computers you build and sell. |
A Fun Way to Get Licensing Information .html 4 KB
Get Microsoft OEM system builder licensing information for Windows 7, Office 2010, and Windows Server products in this comprehensive and easy to follow interactive video. |
Learn how to ensure System Builder License requirements are outlined appropriately in distributor, e-tailer, and reseller product messaging or advertising.
Get the system builder license requirements now. .pdf 71 KB
