Windows 10: Windows 10 IoT as modern migration path for dedicated devices

Brink · Jan 15, 2019

Windows has long been a leader in powering dedicated devices. Many of the ATMs, cash registers, and airport kiosks around the world run Windows Embedded 7. That operating system is based on Windows 7, whose support is ending on January 14, 2020, which Brad Anderson talks about in his post 2019 is the year to make the shift to a modern desktop. Similarly, Windows Embedded 7 extended support will end soon.

Microsoft offers Windows 10 IoT as the modern migration path for these devices, which includes the same security improvements, excellent application compatibility, and management flexibility as the rest of the Windows 10 family. It also has many advanced features like machine learning along with built-in cloud readiness. In addition, our latest Windows 10 IoT releases from October 2018 will be supported for 10 years, until 2028.

The affected devices range from the previously mentioned types to devices in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, digital signage, and many more. Windows 10 IoT lets our customers leverage their existing skills in software development and management. Similarly, most current applications and peripherals can also continue to be used.

Windows 10 IoT comes in two editions, Enterprise and Core. Windows 10 IoT Enterprise is the natural evolution of the Windows Embedded 7 family. It brings more security, performance and manageability along with the next generation of the Embedded Enabling Features, which give more flexibility for locking down dedicated devices.

Windows 10 IoT Core is an optimized version of Windows 10 designed for single purpose devices that can only run Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. It has the security, supportability, and manageability you expect from the Windows 10 family but has a much smaller footprint (>2 GB). It also supports ARM Systems on Chip (SoCs).

There have been many changes since Windows 7 was released almost 10 years ago. Some of the most significant for dedicated devices include information security and privacy, manageability, artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning, and cloud computing. Windows 10 has countless advances in these areas. Here are a few highlights*:

Security—Trusted Boot, device encryption, and Device Health Attestation

Manageability—Azure IoT Hub, Microsoft Intune, and Device Update Center**

Deployment—Azure IoT Hub Device Provisioning Service and Windows Autopilot

AI/machine learning—Windows machine learning and cognitive services

Cloud computing—Azure IoT Edge support

In September we announced that we will offer paid Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESU) through January 2023. This also applies to the Windows Embedded 7 family of products. These updates are sold through our embedded partners, so interested customers should contact their device manufacturer.

Now is the time to migrate to Windows 10 IoT and move to modern.

*Some of these services require an additional subscription.
**Device Update Center only applies to Windows 10 IoT Core.
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Source: Move to modern. Windows 10 IoT - safer, smarter, cloud-ready - Microsoft 365 Blog

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Nyima Yonten · Jan 15, 2019

Windows IoT Editions & New Device

Hi Harsh,

I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with Windows 10. I will certainly help you.

I suggest you to refer to the link below for downloading the Windows 10 IoT editions.

Windows 10 IoT Core for Raspberry Pi 2:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48232

I suggest to refer to the Microsoft Help Article for downloading the Windows 10 IoT Editions. Check if it helps.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/WindowsForBusiness/windows-iot

If you have further queries regarding the issue related to Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, then I recommend you to post your queries in the TechNet forum. We have the dedicated team to help you better.

Technet forums - Windows 10 IT Pro

Note: Regarding the installation of normal desktop/pc platform Windows 10 on my small board, I suggest you to refer to the System requirement for installing Windows 10 on the Devices.

http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/windows/windows-10-specifications

Please get back to us with an update on issue with download different edition of Windows 10 LoT editions, we will be happy to help.

Thank you.

IoTGirl · Jan 15, 2019

Windows 10 Enterprise IoT

Hi David,

Embedded Mode can be set in Windows Enterprise and Windows Mobile versions. For target options please see the definitions at

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/WindowsForBusiness/windows-iot From that page:

Windows 10 IoT Enterprise

Windows 10 IoT Enterprise is a full version of Windows 10 that delivers the enterprise manageability and security of Windows 10 Enterprise to IoT solutions. It is designed for powerful industry devices used in retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and other
industries. Windows 10 IoT Enterprise runs crucial line of business applications and performs specialized functions in a secure, reliable and streamlined way to support mission-critical devices.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MANAGING AND UPDATING WINDOWS 10 IOT

*Note that Windows 10 IoT Enterprise is a binary equivalent to Windows 10 Enterprise

Windows 10 IoT Mobile

Windows 10 IoT Mobile brings the full functionality of Windows 10 Mobile to the Internet of Things. That includes instantaneous application access, native support for barcode scanning, and other peripherals, as well as enhanced productivity for a variety
of mobile scenarios.

The Mobile Enterprise editions also offer capabilities such as ARM support, multiple user profiles, and advanced lockdown to enable scenarios across retail, healthcare, manufacturing and other vertical industries.

LEARN MORE ABOUT WINDOWS 10 IOT MOBILE

*Note that Windows 10 IoT Mobile is a binary equivalent to Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise

Windows 10 IoT Core

Windows 10 IoT Core is optimized for small-footprint, low-cost IoT devices that bring intelligence to the edge. It is designed to power purpose-built devices like gateways that enable IoT solutions. Windows 10 IoT Core also brings enterprise-grade security,
manageability, and connectivity of Windows to a new class of devices.

Below are the steps to bring your IoT Core powered devices to life:

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Download IoT Core

Learn more about how to create applications and build proof of concepts and leverage step-by-step instructions, sample
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Actually, IoT Core does not have a menu, that is the default application that comes installed on the sample image from Microsoft. When you create your device you would replace that default experience with the purpose driven application for your solution.
As for securing an IoT device, it really depends on its purpose and environment but for information on IoT Core you can find documentation at WindowsOnDevices.com. Specifically

https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/iot/docs/buildingsecuredevices

Sincerely,

Andre Da Costa · Jan 15, 2019

Best license option for Windows 10 single-purpose device

Windows 10 IoT for Industry Devices is what you need:

Windows 10 IoT

Windows 10 IoT for industry devices

Desktop Shell, Win32 apps, Universal Apps and Drivers

1 GB, 16 GB Storage

x86

Windows 10 IoT for mobile devices

Modern Shell, Universal Apps and Drivers

512 MB RAM, 4 GB Storage

ARM

Windows 10 IoT for small devices

No Shell, Universal Apps and drivers

256 MB RAM, 2GB storage

x86 or ARM

Source:
http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/03/18/windows-10-iot-powering-the-internet-of-things/

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