Windows 8 Preview Direct Download

Microsoft has released a preview version of the its upcoming Windows 8 operating system. Windows 8 is designed to be the first Windows client to support systems

on a chip (SoC) architectures, including ARM, and since it will be pre-installed on a range of next generation devices, it will also feature Metro, a NUI + GUI interface on the surface combined with a new application platform under-the-hood designed to enable the creation of immersive experiences.

Download Windows 8 Preview and Install:

If you would prefer not to use Windows 8 Consumer Preview Setup, you can download Windows 8 Consumer Preview in ISO format instead.

Download Free Windows 8 Consumer Preview 64-bit (x64) ISO file - 3.3 GB

Download Free Windows 8 Consumer Preview 32-bit (x86) ISO file - 2.5 GB

Windows 8 Consumer Preview product keys (serial): DNJXJ-7XBW8-2378T-X22TX-BKG7J

Windows 8 Consumer Preview Setup will check to see if your PC can run Windows 8 Consumer Preview and select the right download. Setup also features a compatibility report and upgrade assistance. Built-in tools for creating an ISO or bootable flash drive are available for some previous versions of Windows (excluding Windows XP and earlier). You can download Windows 8 Consumer Preview Setup, which includes tools that allow you to create a DVD or USB flash drive from an ISO file (Windows Vista or Windows 7 required). Windows 8 Consumer Preview released on Feb 29 2012. This version of Windows 8 Consumer Preview will expires on 15 January 2013. The Windows 8 Consumer Preview product keys for using the Consumer Preview are available on this page.

Windows 8 Consumer Preview Requirements:

· 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.
· Taking advantage of touch input requires a screen that supports multi-touch