[updated - see the FAQ at http://uksbsguy.com/blogs/doverton/archive/2007/02/12/windows-vista-windows-xp-office-2003-and-office-2007-action-pack-update-my-faq.aspx for more information on the benefits of the Action Pack and in answer to the questions raised in the comments]
I am trying to re-confirm all the details, but this is the latest information I have asked for it to be double checked so as not to upset everyone. Here is the low-down:
When will the Action Pack arrive - Before the end of Jan
I heard the latest shipment was delayed - It was due to the Office OPK, but should still be there by end of Jan
How much is the upgrade to Ultimate Edition - Action Pack subscribers can upgrade to Vista Ultimate for $139 (USD) – per license. Visit www.WindowsAnytimeUpgrade.com/maps to learn more (not active yet)
Is the version of Vista an Upgrade or bare metal install (ala recent changes to stop piracy, so not an OEM version) - This is an upgrade, just like the XP discs that ship
Can I use this as home - The Action Pack is licensed for use in the Partner Organisation only
What is in this shipment?
Software
• Windows Vista Business
• Microsoft® Office Enterprise 2007
• Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007
• Microsoft Office Outlook® 2007 with Business Contact Manager
• Microsoft Office Visio® 2007
• Microsoft Office SharePoint® Server 2007
• Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007
• Microsoft Expression® Web
• Microsoft Office Accounting Professional 2007 (U.S. only).
2007 Microsoft Office System and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Partner Sales Tool
The launch of the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 present a significant opportunity for Microsoft partners. This Reseller Toolkit helps partners articulate product benefits and packaging and licensing offers. To learn more and download this tool, go to: https://partner.microsoft.com/global/resellertoolkit.
Office Ready OPK
Note: At the time this Action Pack was produced, the 2007 Microsoft Office Ready Master Kit (OPK) was not finalized for distribution. This product will be included in the April, 2007 Action Pack. Partners can contact their local Distributor and receive an OPK beginning mid December. And until April 1, 2007, Partners only have to pay shipping & handling costs. After April 1, 2007, the cost to receive the OPK from a Disti will be approximately $250 (USD), plus shipping & handling.
Posted
Mon, Jan 15 2007 11:58 AM
by
David Overton