Secure. Stable. Built for long product lifecycles.
Windows IoT Enterprise is purpose‑built for OEMs delivering embedded and fixed‑function solutions. With long‑term support, advanced security, and flexible licensing, it helps you bring products to market faster—while protecting stability, compliance, and ROI for years to come.
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Optimized for Embedded Systems
Windows IoT Enterprise supports both resource-constrained and high-performance hardware, making it ideal for fixed-function and purpose-built OEM solutions.
Built for Long‑Term Stability
Long‑Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) provides up to 10 years of support with controlled updates—minimizing disruption for products with extended lifecycles.
Security by Design
Embedded lockdown features and controlled update paths help safeguard devices deployed in regulated, industrial, or mission‑critical environments.
OEMs & Embedded Licensing
Learn how Microsoft Embedded and IoT licensing is designed specifically for OEMs building locked‑down, purpose‑built solutions—supporting global distribution, longer lifecycles, and predictable support.
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End of Life & Lifecycle Planning
Understand the difference between End of Support and End of License, and how Windows IoT licensing helps reduce compliance risk, security exposure, and unplanned costs over long product lifetimes.
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Why Avnet for Microsoft
Discover how Avnet helps OEMs navigate licensing, imaging, deployment, and global support—backed by deep Microsoft expertise and end‑to‑end integration capabilities.
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4 Key Benefits
Enterprise‑Grade Security for Embedded Systems
Windows IoT Enterprise includes advanced security and embedded lockdown features designed to protect sensitive data and reduce attack surfaces—critical for devices deployed in regulated or high‑risk environments.
Updates on Your Terms
Feature updates are optional and released every two to three years, while security updates are delivered continuously—allowing OEMs to manage change without disrupting certified applications.
Familiar Development Environment
Windows IoT Enterprise enables developers to use established Windows tools and workflows, reducing complexity while supporting consistent builds, predictable updates, and long‑term maintainability within the Windows ecosystem.
Remote Management & Recovery
Windows IoT supports enterprise‑grade remote management and recovery capabilities, enabling administrators to maintain, update, and restore devices in the field—even without physical access.
Flexible OEM Licensing
Windows IoT Enterprise is often more cost-effective than Windows Pro for embedded use cases. Device-based licensing, volume agreements, and OEM activation make deployment, tracking, and scaling easier across global operations.
Upgrade Rights – Allows OEMs to upgrade qualified devices already deployed in the field to newer Windows IoT versions using an Upgrade COA, helping extend the life of legacy systems while keeping up with updates and compliance
Downgrade Rights – Allows customers to deploy an earlier version of Windows IoT for application compatibility, giving OEMs flexibility to continue supporting legacy solutions while working toward migration to current, supported platforms
More Than Licensing—A Global Integration Partner
Avnet Integrated Solutions combines Microsoft licensing expertise with systems integration, global manufacturing, and lifecycle services. We help OEMs move from design to deployment—and support products in the field worldwide.
- Custom OS image creation and mass deployment
- Global manufacturing, export, and compliance support
- Field support, recovery, and lifecycle planning
Ready to Build and Scale with Windows IoT?
Talk with Avnet’s Microsoft specialists to choose the right licensing strategy and accelerate your go‑to‑market.
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