About this tag
MSDN, the Microsoft Developer Network, is a subscription service that provides developers and IT professionals with access to Microsoft software, documentation, and resources. On WindowsForum.com, discussions about MSDN cover topics such as downloading Windows ISOs, including Windows 10 and Windows 8.1.1, and obtaining product keys for activation. Subscribers often share insights on activation methods, like digital entitlement, and seek advice on the legal use of MSDN keys. Technical threads reference MSDN documentation for code examples, such as enumerating storage devices using Windows driver APIs. The tag reflects both the practical benefits of MSDN subscriptions and the community's reliance on MSDN materials for development and troubleshooting.
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    Windows 10 How to enumerate Storage Devices

    I am trying to build a list of storage devices for this particular section of code found on MSDN page: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/storage/upgrading-firmware-for-an-nvme-device typedef struct _DEVICE_LIST { HANDLE Handle...
    • ExylonFiber
    • Thread
    • buffering code device list drivers enumeration firmware handle information msdn nvme storage adapter storage devices
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Programming and Scripting
  2. davehc

    Server for Linux

    I've just noticed these on the MSDN download site. Could omeone tell me something about what exactly these do. I am not into servers. s
  3. davehc

    Windows 10 Windows 10 new activation methods

    I must confess that I had not noticed this before. I am sure others are aware of it, particularly MSDN account holders. I was browsing through the settings, and noticed , in "Updates - Activation, this reference to digital methods. So, I was curious as to the actual definition. So I got...
    • davehc
    • Thread
    • activation curiosity digital methods information msdn settings update user experience windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. davehc

    Windows 10 Windows 10 ISO available for download.

    Windows 10, all flavours, now available for download to MSDN subscribers, with Keys.
  5. davidhk129

    Windows 10 I did not know that.......

    excerpt: There will be two versions of the OS available: Windows 10 Technical Preview and Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise. According to a spokeswoman for Microsoft, both have the same functionality, but the Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise also includes current enterprise...
    • davidhk129
    • Thread
    • applocker branchcache directaccess enterprise iso it professionals msdn technical preview windows 10 windows to go
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 8 Question regarding MSDN product keys

    I'm currently an MSDN subscriber. My subscription level allows me to "claim" numerous Multiple Activation keys for any version of Windows except for Windows 8/8.1 Pro. My friend provided a service for me and he knows I'm subscribed to MSDN. He said if I could hook him up with an activation...
    • MJSisco93
    • Thread
    • activation activation key legal issues licensing msdn product key software distribution subscription windows 8 windows 8.1
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  7. davidhk129

    Windows 8 Where is Win 8.1.1 iso ?

    MS is supposed to release Win 8.1.1 ISO to the general public.( I don't mean to MSDN ) Where ? I can't find it.
  8. davehc

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1.1 ISO Now Available on MSDN for Subscribers

    Best title I could think of! lol The Iso for windows 8.1, including the update, is now available on MSDN for subscribers.
  9. kemical

    Windows 8 8.1 Updates for existing users

    As most users are aware 8.1 has now been released to the general populace. If however you were running 8.1 prior to the release due to a Technet or MSDN account then do check Windows update as some updates have been released to coincide with the general availability of the RTM. One is even a...
  10. Mike

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 RTM Now Available for Download

    Microsoft has relinquished its previous statements that it would not provide Windows 8.1 RTM to developers on MSDN or Technet and has since published the following versions on both services. The final RTM version, a major update which includes numerous bug fixes and improvements to genuine...
    • Mike
    • Thread
    • authenticity backup boot developers download file management installation iso license microsoft msdn oem release rtm sha1 technet update upgrade utility windows 8.1
    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  11. davehc

    Windows 8 Technet subscriptions ending

    Just receive a notice that MS TechNet subscriptions will end on the 31st August. Subscribers with active accounts may continue to access program benefits until their current subscription period concludes. MSDN subs will continue.
  12. kemical

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 Preview now available.

    Hot off the press.. 8.1 Preview is now available via Technet and MSDN. https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/subscriptions/securedownloads/hh442904 https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-US/subscriptions/securedownloads/hh442898 To enable the Store download visit the site below...
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • download installation iso msdn operating system preview technet update windows 8.1
    • Replies: 68
    • Forum: Windows Software
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    Windows 8 5 times reinstall-again user permissionss corrupted

    hello to everybody, almost every time i managed to find a solution on internet, but this time!? i have put ssd mushkin chronos deluxe 240gb with new firmware in my asus u36sd. i have msdn versions of both windows and office 2013, other free software without viruses. when i try to fresh...
  14. Mike

    Windows 8 I am going crazy over Windows 8 Storage Spaces

    What is going on here? Total madness? Link Removed Link Removed First, please let me apologize for the mass of wires, general techno geek junk, and other no-no’s like a can of diet Pepsi right next to my StarTech 4-port USB3 drive bay. Once I did some extensive reading about Storage...
    • Mike
    • Thread
    • backup cloud computing data security drive file system hyper-v msdn powershell raid resiliency sata ssd storage storage devices storage pool technet testing usb vhd windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
  15. kemical

    Windows 8 Windows 8 90 day Free Evaluation

    Microsoft has released a Free Evaluation version of Windows 8. The evaluation copy of Windows 8 Enterprise is valid only for 90 days after activation, and once expired, cannot be upgraded. It is intended for developers, but presents a safe method for those who don't have Technet/MSDN access and...
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • activation developers download enterprise free evaluation msdn software technet trial version windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  16. 5mall5nail5

    Windows 8 Sitting in Windows 8 Pro (MSDN) and can't figure out how to install Media Center

    Hi all - I have a legit Windows 8 Pro key from my MSDN subscription and I am enjoying Windows 8. I went to "add features" so I can get Media Center installed but it says "That key won't work..." But I am activated and it's 100% my key as I see it in my MSDN log in. What gives?
    • 5mall5nail5
    • Thread
    • activation add features installation key issues media center msdn software troubleshooting user guide windows 8
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  17. kemical

    Windows 8 RTM released in MSDN and Technet

    Those lucky enough to have a TechNet or MSDN account can pop along tonight and download the RTM. The links have just gone up and should go live around 8pm PST.
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    Windows 8 Would Windows Desktop stay for the foreseeable future?

    Many of us think that by the time Windows 9 or 10 arrives the desktop would disappear. But according to the following MSDN blog, Microsoft considers desktop important and intends to keep desktop for the foreseeable future: Link Removed But this blog is an year old and within an year we...
    • icet
    • Thread
    • blog change community desktop discussion evolution feedback future microsoft msdn operating system opinion software technology trends update user interface windows windows 8
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  19. kemical

    Windows 8 Windows 8 RTM-August 15th

    This is taken from Windows 8 blog: Reference: Blogging Windows
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • app august communication developers enterprise it professionals marketplace microsoft microsoft store msdn programs release rtm september software assurance technet upgrade visual studio volume licensing windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  20. kemical

    Changes to MSDN/Technet subscriptions

    Unfortunately it seems a few bad apples have spoiled it for everyone else once again. See the supplied report for details: Such a shame that greed has once again triumphed.... Reference: Microsoft adds more restrictions to MSDN/TechNet users [Update] - Neowin
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • annual fee current software customers developer program key limitations microsoft msdn office suite piracy policy product key restrictions software access software version subscription subscription model technet user rights windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: The Water Cooler