Microsoft has finally and officially release the update packages of Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 for public download. Released as KB976932, the actual build of the first service pack has been compiled on November 19, 2010 (based on version number of 7601.19-1850), and has months ago, although it was only first officially last week. Released as, The SP1 for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 is actually the same update package, though the setup installer is different for 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) editions.

Users can allow Windows Update to roll out the SP1 for automatic upgrade, or manually download the SP1 from Microsoft Download Center for immediate update. Microsoft has recommended end-users to turn on Automatic Updates so that Windows Update can offer a smaller and more appropriate downloads. If you insist on installing with SP1 update package from Microsoft Download Center, Microsoft publishes which details some suggestions to improve experience when installing Windows 7 SP1 from the Microsoft Download Center Web site.

Download Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 (Official Direct Download Links) Microsoft Download Center URL: (WGA Genuine Windows validation required) 32-bit (x86): (537.8MB) 64-bit (x64): (903.2MB) All-in-One (AIO x86, x64 and IA64): (1953. Driver Gadmei Utv330 Win Xp. 3MB) The DVD ISO image contains all standalone update packages for all system architecture, namely: • windows6.1-KB976932-X86.exe – Installs SP1 to a 32-bit (x86) machine running Windows 7. • windows6.1-KB976932-X64.exe – Installs SP1 to a 64-bit (x64) machine running Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2. • – Standalone debugging symbols (free) for 32-bit machines. • – Standalone debugging symbols (checked) for 32-bit machines. • – Standalone debugging symbols (free) for 64-bit machines, and contains debugging symbols for both Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.