Windows 8 available later today on MSDN and TechNet

[JMH]

Well it's finally here, the day TechNet & MSDN subscribers will be able to download Windows 8, and activate it legally.

Microsoft didn't announce what time the images would start showing showing in the downloads section, but we're guessing it will be around 9AM PDT (12PM EST, 1600 UTC) which is when Microsoft HQ in Redmond starts a new day.

Also as a reminder, Microsoft changed their EULA in July this year which quite drastically reduced the number of product keys that can be requested:

Beginning in mid-March 2012, subscribers to TechNet Subscriptions (excluding TechNet Standard which are entitled to 2 keys per product) may access a maximum allocation of three (3) product keys for Microsoft Office and Windows Client products in connection with their subscription. The allotted keys may only be used for software evaluation purposes. Once the maximum keys have been activated, no more keys will be made available. Additional product keys may be acquired through the purchase of an additional subscription. Thanks Warwagon
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http://www.neowin.net/news/windows-8-available-later-today-on-msdn-and-technet

 

[Kosh Vorlon]

If only W8 drivers for my Dell Inspiron 9400 E1705 laptop computer (specifically that lack for the motherboard, video card and processor kept me from upgrading to W7 so I imagine that will continue to be true for W8) would also be available at the same time (or EVER, ANYWHERE). :banghead:

It looks like the time to open the wallet is almost upon me (if it didn't pass years ago). :lol:

 

[zigzag3143]

Its on Technet and MSDN now. 64 bit Pro smaller than win 7 ultimate. Three keys for MVPs.

 

[AceInfinity]

Its on Technet and MSDN now. 64 bit Pro smaller than win 7 ultimate. Three keys for MVPs.

3 Key's each? Maybe it's because i'm a dev MVP, but I have 5 keys for each: Windows 8, and Windows 8 Pro... That's just MSDN Subscription information though so it should be safe to disclose that information.