Windows 7 SP1 RC Candidate Hot Question and Answer Set

Microsoft publicly released the Windows 7/Server 2008 R2 SP1 RC candidate version, compiled version number 6.1.7600.17105.100929-1730. Here is a summary of the hot issues that everyone cares about.
1. What languages ​​does Windows 7 SP1 RC support?
The same as Beta test, only English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Chinese are waiting for the final official version (the so-called Chinese is now circulating in some places) The SP1 RC is actually just a preview preview.)
2, when is Windows 7 SP1 RC completed?
Complete from the compiled version number at 5:30 pm on September 29, which is the end of last month.
3. Who can test Windows 7 SP1 RC?
It is semi-publicly released like the beta version, so anyone interested can try to get and install the test, but after all, it is not the official version, so it is not recommended. Ordinary users try. Microsoft said: "RC is for IT professionals, technology enthusiasts, developers, they need to test in their own organization or for their own software. The final version of SP1 will be available to consumers via Windows Update upon completion. ”
4, Windows 7 SP1 RC whether there are installation requirements?
Basically not, just make sure that you have installed the necessary update patches on Windows 7 RTM and Windows Update.
5, I have installed Windows 7 SP1 Beta, how to install Windows 7 SP1 RC?
First need to uninstall SP1 Beta test version, and then you can install SP1 RC candidate version, direct upgrade is not supported.
6, Windows 7 SP1 RC can be directly upgraded to the official version in the future?
Microsoft said that such an upgrade is not supported, when users still need to first uninstall the existing version.
7. Does Windows 7 SP1 RC have an expiration time?
This is natural. Like all Microsoft pre-release software, Windows 7 SP1 RC also has a lifespan, specifically November 31, 2011, which is more than a year. In fact, as of August 30, 2011, if you are still using the RC version, the system will start to prompt you to upgrade.
8. What new features have been added to Windows 7 SP1 RC compared to Beta?
No. There will be no new things in the official version of the future.
9, when is the official version of Windows 7 SP1 released?
The official statement is the first half of 2011, probably the first quarter.
10, Is there any other version between the RC version and the official version?
No, we can see the official version in the next step.
11. Can I install Windows 7 SP1 RC completely?
No, because Microsoft does not provide a complete system image of the integrated service package, but the official version will be available.