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Windows 8 build 8040
| Build of Windows 8 | |
 | |
| OS family | Windows NT |
|---|---|
| Version number | 6.2 |
| Build number | 8040 |
| Build revision | 0 |
| Architecture | x64 |
| Build lab | fbl_grfx_dev1 |
| Compiled on | 2011-07-06 |
| Expiration date | |
| Timebomb | 2012-03-15 (+253 days) |
| SKUs | |
| Not available by default: Starter Enterprise (Evaluation) Developer Preview ARM ( PrereleaseARM) | |
| About dialog | |
Windows 8 build 8040 is a build of Windows 8, which was shared on 16 October 2024. Prior to its leak, a screenshot of this build was formerly available in this wiki, which was provided by an anonymous user one day after build 7746's leak. This is the last known build to ship in SKUs originating from Windows 7, as these became replaced by the all-purpose Prerelease SKU in later builds.
Editions and keys[edit | edit source]
| Edition / SKU | Key |
|---|---|
| Home Basic | YGFVB-QTFXQ-3H233-PTWTJ-YRYRV |
| Home Premium | RHPQ2-RMFJH-74XYM-BH4JX-XM76F |
| Professional | HYF8J-CVRMY-CM74G-RPHKF-PW487 |
| Ultimate | D4F6K-QK3RD-TMVMJ-BBMRX-3MBMV |
| Developer Preview (Prerelease) | H9VCT-63NFW-FWHDR-F4J43-972K8 |
New features and changes[edit | edit source]
Setup[edit | edit source]
- Setup graphics have been updated to remove Windows 7 references.
- The splash screen now shows a colored Windows logo instead of a white one. Additionally, a gradient has been introduced to the background, as opposed to it being single colored and the color has been changed from teal to blue.
- Descriptions are now more informal.
- The progress bar located at the top has been removed, but the stages can still be seen.
Gallery[edit | edit source]
Boot screen
Setup
Start screen
Immersive Control Panel
Charms menu
