Windows 7 RC (Release Candidate) version 7100.0.090421-1700 has been released by Microsoft to general public for free download. Download of Windows 7 RC DVD ISO image through official Microsoft Windows 7 RC homepage is likely to be offered through Akamai Download Manager ActiveX control of Java applet. Akamai Download Manager offers advantage of resume download in case of premature or pre-complete connection termination. For those who prefer to download directly the ISO files through HTTP connection without Download Manager, use the Windows 7 RC direct download links below.

Download Windows 7 RC ISO and Product Key
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