Q: Can we download this slideshow presentation somewhere yet?
A: Should be available tomorrow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Can we download a copy of the slides presented?
A: Will be available tomorrow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Will these Webcasts be available for at a later date?
A: The recorded launch will be available on the Microsoft OEM website after 24 hours.
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Q: can i download this entire video for viewing again later?
A: Yes - go to
www.oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Why are the MCE 2005 launch dates for the MSDN so vague?
A: The dates are not set in stone yet. Please be patient.
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Q: Is the xbox extender upgradeable through xbox live? If so, are there any planned upgrades (such as support for 16x9 format)?
A: Not through Live, there is a CD that is required each time you use the Xbox as an extender. We have no information available if 16x9 will be supported in future products or not.
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Q: will there be a high quality archive of this keynote so people that missed the live keynote have the chance to download it?
A: Will be available after tomorow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Are there any contests to win a MCE 2005 system?
A: Not at this time.
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Q: I though this was only for OEM partners and all i see is hardware questions from end users
A: This is hosted on the Microsoft OEM System Builder Web site for registered System Builders only.
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Q: do i have to use the OPK set..? i.e what will I give my customers - the 2 CD's..? also, whats this about an additional "media" CD that ships with the OEM pack..?
A: You must use the OPK to preinstall the OS. You do not give the OPK tools CD to the customer. The OS media CD(s) is what you give to your customer.
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Q: What software do i need to create custom configs for MCE 2005
A: Use the OPK tools. It's the same basic process as installing regular Windows XP Pro or Home.
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Q: why isnt there a mce2005 update available to download?
A: It's a new package not an update. Do you expect your Car Dealer to give you a new car every year?
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Q: Is thi mce2005 available in Canada?
A: Yes! Please contact an authorized Microsoft OEM Distributor found at oem.microsoft.com. Thanks!
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Q: Who makes the MCE extenders (non XBOX)??
A: Linksys makes one
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Q: Wil MCE05 include video editing software?
A: No. You would need to use separate video editing software.
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Q: Is there any monthy subscription fee to get list of tv channels to record or anything like that?
A: No