Windows IoT產品 (前身為Windows Embedded)
什麼是Windows IoT？
Windows IoT（前身為 Windows Embedded）是 Microsoft 所設計的一系列作業系統，專為內嵌系統使用而設計，可為物聯網帶來企業級的電源、安全性和管理能力。 它會利用 Windows 的內嵌體驗、生態系統和雲端連線能力，讓組織可以使用安全裝置建立其物聯網，而這些裝置可以快速佈建、輕鬆管理。
為何要選擇 Windows IoT？
- 減少開發成本
- 執行階段授權
- 通用原始程式碼
- 智慧財產保護
- Microsoft 提供的 Windows Embedded / Windows IoT 平台承諾與支援；產品生命週期長達10~15年
- 更完整的生態系統，有利於縮短上市時間
What are the application scenarios for Windows IoT?
The Windows IoT product line is designed specifically for fixed-purpose devices. These devices include ATMs, point-of-sale terminals, industrial automation systems, thin clients, medical devices, digital signage, kiosks, and other similar equipment. Windows IoT enables you to build these fixed-purpose devices with the specific terms and restrictions outlined in the licensing agreement.
如何購買 Windows IoT 軟體授權？
According to Microsoft policy, OEM customers must sign the Microsoft Customer License Agreement (CLA) to order and obtain Windows IoT licenses. As an authorized global distributor for Microsoft, Advantech will assist OEM customers in completing the online electronic signature process. The following outlines the steps for application. (Note: The CLA is a standard licensing agreement from Microsoft and does not involve procurement quantity, commitments, or pricing.)
是否可從 OEM 製造商購買 Windows IoT 軟體授權？
不可以。只能向 Microsoft 的授權代理商購買Windows IoT軟體授權。且OEM製造商不能單獨轉售Windows IoT軟體授權。
What is delivered with an order of Windows IoT products?
Windows IoT products are provided with Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sticker licenses only, without media discs, and in some cases may not include a product key, depending on whether it is a PKEA or EPKEA COA license. Advantech can assist in providing installation files to OEMs, or OEMs can download from the Microsoft Digital Operations Center and create the custom images for solution deployment.
What is a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)?
The COA is a label used to identify genuine Microsoft software. The COA label includes a product serial number and features anti-piracy protection. OEM customers should purchase the Windows IoT OS license before product delivery and permanently affix the COA label to an accessible location on the specialized device/machine/equipment. The following is a sample of a COA license.
| PKEA (Product Key Entry Activation) |
EPKEA (Embedded Product Key Entry Activation) |
- This type of product key is used to activate a single installation of Windows per unique key.
- Every device has its own key on the license sticker (COA) and must be installed and activated with this key.
- The product key is printed on the COA.
- Scratch off the silver panel to reveal the full 25-character product key.
- Applicable OS SKU: Windows for Embedded Systems (FES), Win 11/10 IoT Enterprise PKEA, Server IoT, SQL Server IoT
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- This type of product key is used to activate multiple devices, multiple times, up to the limit imposed on the key.
- Every embedded OEM gets ONE company key from Microsoft via e-mail and all the devices can be activated with this key.
- Company prebuilt in image for mass activation.
- A license sticker(COA) is still requested for each device for licensing.
- Applicable OS SKU: Windows Embedded Standard(WES), POSReady, Win CE / Compact, Win 11/10 EPKEA, Office LTSC Embedded.
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Size: 70 x 21 mm |
Size: 22.33 x 8.74 mm |
If an OEM has an existing CLA through another distributor, can the OEM use it to buy from Advantech?
Yes, OEMs will only need to provide the CLA number and CLA-associated email address to Advantech for verification. Then, Advantech can complete the transaction and deliver the Windows IoT products.
Is it possible to purchase Windows IoT software licenses from other OEM manufacturers?
No, Windows IoT software licenses can only be purchased from Microsoft authorized distributors (e.g., Advantech). Microsoft prohibits OEMs from reselling Windows IoT software separately. OEMs can only sell the Windows IoT License Bundle together with hardware.
What are the differences between Microsoft's volume licensing products and Windows IoT products?
Volume licensing products are upgraded versions of the operating system that can only be installed on older machines with a previous version of the OS already present. These products are intended for internal use within enterprises and cannot be resold. In contrast, Windows IoT products are full versions of the OS that can be installed on new machines, suitable for OEM customers who can resell the OS after integrating it with their hardware.
微軟CLA合約是否有到期日？
有的，目前到期日為2023/12/31 ，後續若微軟公告更新 ，研華會通知客戶。
Windows IoT 授權軟體是否適用於IT ERP系統 ?
不適用，研華代理的Windows IoT 軟體適用於固定用途應用，例如工業自動化系統、醫療裝置、 ATM 機器、POS機器、數位看板、KIOSK等固定用途裝置。
作業系統授權
公司在購買新的嵌入式固定用途專用機器或設備時，應該使用什麼軟體授權來取得任何作業系統的完整版本？
微軟針對專用設備的完整操作系統只能通過Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)通路取得。市面上常聽到的大量授權產品（如: Open、Open Value、Select、Enterprise Agreement 等）僅適用於操作系統升級版授權，不適用於完整操作系統授權應用，因此不適用於新機器或是空機上。
更換舊的嵌入式固定用途專用機器或設備時，是否可以將Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)授權從原始機器轉移到另一台新機器/設備？
不可以。Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)是隨機版授權軟體，也就是其軟體授權與原始機器/設備綁定，如果更換原來的專用設備/機器/設備，則Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)授權將被終止，且不能轉移到其他專用機器/設備。
一旦延伸支援到期，Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)產品的授權是否會無效？
即使延伸支援到期，Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)授權仍然有效。OEM 必須具備有效的 CLA，才能延續內嵌作業系統產品的授權。
為什麼購買的嵌入式裝置沒有附微軟 Windows 安裝光碟及 Windows 使用手冊？
Both versions offer robust security features, including device lockdown, secure boot, BitLocker encryption, and Windows Defender. Windows 11 IoT Enterprise includes enhanced security protocols and features as part of its updated architecture.
如果公司同時擁有新型和舊型的嵌入式固定用途專用機器或設備，是否能購買新版Windows IoT(Windows Embedded)軟體，卻特別安裝較舊的版本？
Whether to upgrade from Windows 10 IoT Enterprise to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise depends on your specific needs, including the requirement for new features, enhanced security, and compatibility with modern hardware. If these factors align with your goals, upgrading could provide significant benefits. However, if your device specifications have not changed and there are no updates needed for related applications, continuing to use Windows 10 IoT Enterprise may be sufficient.
What are the differences between Windows 11/10 Enterprise LTSC and Windows 11/10 IoT Enterprise LTSC?
Windows 11/10 Enterprise LTSC is a volume licensing product and an upgraded version of the OS, which can only be installed on older machines that already have a previous version of the operating system. These products are for internal use within enterprises and cannot be resold. Windows 11/10 IoT Enterprise LTSC is a full version of the OS that can be installed on new machines, suitable for OEM customers who can resell the OS after integrating it with their hardware.
Is TPM2.0 required for Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC?
The system requirements for Win 11 IoT are changing. Starting with the 24H2 build, Microsoft is introducing optional minimum requirements. As shown in the table below, TPM isn’t strictly necessary, and TPM 2.0 is only required for Windows 11 IoT Enterprise non-LTSC versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2.
伺服器相關產品
Server 產品需要搭配CAL，什麼是CAL ？
「用戶端存取使用權 CAL (Client Access License) 」是賦予客戶使用硬體裝置（如電腦、PDA、或是手機…）來合法連線到伺服器主機上進行存取動作的權利。簡單的說，若只有伺服器軟體的合法授權，卻沒有採購「用戶端存取使用權 CAL」，則客戶的電腦/機器/設備或是員工就沒有權利連線到伺服器來進行存取。
用戶端存取使用權 CAL (Client Access License)有哪些授權?
分為 User CAL 以及 Device CAL，說明如下
What are the benefits of using the SQL Server IoT product for embedded and IoT applications?
The most important benefit is the pricing, especially for SQL licenses. If you qualify for bundling the SQL database with your application, you can achieve significant savings. Another advantage is long-term support. IoT products have a 10-year lifecycle, so you can be assured that they will be available and supported throughout that time.
What is a Client Access License (CAL)?
CAL is a license that grants a user or device the right to access the server software. It is not the server software itself but a separate license that allows access to it.
What types of CALs are available for Windows Server IoT and SQL Server IoT?
There are two main types of CALs:
- User CAL: With a User CAL, you purchase a CAL for every user who accesses the server to use services such as file storage or printing, regardless of the number of devices they use. Purchasing a User CAL may be more suitable if your employees need roaming access to the corporate network from multiple devices or unknown devices, or if there are more devices than users in your organization.
- Device CAL: With a Device CAL, you purchase a CAL for every device that accesses the server, regardless of how many users use that device. Device CALs may be more economical and administratively efficient if your company has workers who share devices, such as across different work shifts.
If you require remote connection functionality, you will also need to purchase RDS CALs (Remote Desktop Services Client Access Licenses). RDS CALs are a type of Client Access License that allows users or devices to access Remote Desktop Services (RDS) on Windows Server. There are two types of RDS CALs:
- RDS Per User CAL: This license allows a specific user to access Remote Desktop Services from any device.
- RDS Per Device CAL: This license allows any device to connect to Remote Desktop Services, regardless of how many users use that device.
When purchasing Server IoT or SQL Server IoT, is it necessary to also purchase CALs?
Yes, when purchasing Server IoT or SQL Server IoT, it is generally necessary to also purchase CALs. CALs are required to legally access and use the server software.For Server IoT, you need to purchase CALs for users or devices that will access the server.
For SQL Server IoT, there are two licensing models:
- Server + CAL Licensing Model: You must purchase SQL Server IoT CALs to allow users or devices to access the SQL Server IoT software.
- Per Core Licensing Model: CALs are not required.
Server 產品需要搭配CAL，什麼是CAL ？
「用戶端存取使用權 CAL (Client Access License) 」是賦予客戶使用硬體裝置（如電腦、PDA、或是手機…）來合法連線到伺服器主機上進行存取動作的權利。簡單的說，若只有伺服器軟體的合法授權，卻沒有採購「用戶端存取使用權 CAL」，則客戶的電腦/機器/設備或是員工就沒有權利連線到伺服器來進行存取。
用戶端存取使用權 CAL (Client Access License)有哪些授權?
分為 User CAL 以及 Device CAL，說明如下
