Windows Vista Build 5456 Released

Published June 24th, 2006 in Reviews, Windows 56 Comments

Microsoft has just released a new build of Windows Vista for technical beta testers. Windows Vista Build 5456 offers many security, functionality, and performance advantages over the previous build (Beta 2 - build 5384.4). Vista Build 5456 is quite a large leap number-wise, and according to Microsoft, in features and performance as well.

Some of the new features include a revamped Aero/DWM subsystem, and a completely overhauled and siginficantly less obtrusive UAP for all those that couldn't stand the previous one. From what we have been told by Microsoft, the Time Zone bug that plagued all most all previous builds of Windows Vista has been fixed and works great now, and quite a few fixes in the Regional Settings and IME are now implemented. And for the first time since Windows 3.0 Microsoft has finally announced that new mouse cursors will be made available for Windows - something they promised to do in XP with "Watercolors" but failed to deliver for internal reasons!

The build details and autochk values for the x86 and x64 builds respectively are as follows: vista_5456.5.060620-1700_winmain_idx03_x86fre_client-LB2CFRE_EN_DVD.iso

Size: 2,572.91 MB - autochk: 0x80E3B54D

vista_5456.5.060620-1700_winmain_x64fre_client-LB2CxFRE_EN_DVD.iso Size: 3,356.9 MB - autochk: 0x0D680F43

Continuing the standards of 5365, both x86 and x64 are only distributed in FRE staged formats for optimal install-times and performance ratings.

These ISOs contain Windows Vista Ultimate, Home Basic, Home Premium, and Business Editions. The Product Key for Ultimate Edition is the one for 5342 and above, the rest use their respective Beta 2 keys (information courtesty of Microsoft Corporation).

NeoSmart Technologies recommends downloading from either the Dublin (Europe) or Redmond (United States) severs regardless of location; the Singapore (Asia) server seems to be experiencing bottle-necks and isn't fast - and may even result in data corruption as previous occurences have demonstrated.

Microsoft has also made available German, Japanese, and for the first time, Arabic localized builds of Windows Vista available. This marks quite an interesting turn of events, normally Arabic is one of the last languages to be ported to Windows, and is the buggiest of IMEs. However, at NST we have realized that Arabic support in Windows Vista is far-improved over that in previous versions of Windows.

This build is only being made available to technical beta testers (members of the Vista & IE7 program on Connect.com) and TAP members. MSDN and CPP members will not have access to this build (though it installs and activates with their existing product keys from Beta 2).

Screenshots are here, and a review will shortly follow.

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  1. 1AnonymousJun. 24th, 2006 at 11:14 pm

    Saying "patch" when the code still is in development isn't really correct. It's called "fixing bugs" until the product is released, after that the company releases "patches" which are specific fixes for important bugs/security holes.

  2. 2wpcheahJun. 25th, 2006 at 1:23 am

    Anymore localized builds like Chinese ,Korean will release?

  3. 3Computer GuruJun. 25th, 2006 at 6:59 am

    Thanks Anonymous, That particular technical detail has been dealt with ;-)

  4. 4Computer GuruJun. 25th, 2006 at 8:10 am

    @wpcheah: Sorry about that, it seems your IP was previously blacklisted, so your comment went to the spam box. As for your question: no, I'm afraid not. Chinese and Korean often follow much later on. Between German, Japanese, English, and Arabic most of the world's types of writing are covered, and for Microsoft the Japanese market is the bigger focus.

    I realize there are drastic differences between Chinese and Japanese writing schemes, but that's the reason why the Chinese builds are probably next to come ^*^

  5. 5Jonathan ZencovichJun. 25th, 2006 at 1:58 pm

    I was looking forward to trying it out, but I'm not part of the Connect program for Vista. I just registered at Connect.com hoping it would give me access.... oh well.

    I have yet to try Vista, and my Opinion on Vista isn't good, but I'll reserve my judgment until after I try Vista :)

    Thanks for at least updating the community.

    --Jon Z

  6. 6AnonymousJun. 25th, 2006 at 2:19 pm

    Technically it is UAC not UAP

  7. 7Computer GuruJun. 25th, 2006 at 2:43 pm

    @Jonathan: You're very welcome. If you're interested, you can try Beta 2 now, legally and free: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/preview.mspx

    @Anonymous(2): I've heard MS call it a variety of things, from UAC to UAP to LUA... I suggest not going there :P

  8. 8William HookJun. 25th, 2006 at 5:21 pm

    I wish someone would leak those pointers if they work on XP!

    (If anyone is feeling generious...williamhook@gmail.com please! :D )

  9. 9Computer GuruJun. 25th, 2006 at 5:33 pm

    Hey William... glad to see you found your way with all the construction work going on at the blog ;)

    I'm afraid ATM the cursors are classified as "warez." Sorry about that... They have been leaked. Look hard and you will find, but not at NST... thanks :)

  10. 10William HookJun. 25th, 2006 at 5:55 pm

    Oh, cool....I'll - ahem - have to see if I can find it. :P

    An email would be spiffing though. :P :P

  11. 11Computer GuruJun. 25th, 2006 at 8:15 pm

    Screenshots are now live, and streaming in by the minute (as our upload bots do their job and sending the screenies as fast as our pitiful connection allows them to.).

    Remember, NeoSmart Technologies isn't a big & closed corporation, we're a non-profit organization that's open for everyone to participate. If you have any screenshot's just send them our way:

    http://neosmart.net/gallery/v/os/Vista/5456

  12. 12Mr MattJun. 27th, 2006 at 1:14 am

    William if you do find any, my e-mail address is duffman956@yahoo.com.au . Please and thank you.

  13. 13William HookJun. 27th, 2006 at 3:38 am

    Email Sent - I did actually find them so whoever sent the emails, thanks but no thanks. ;)

  14. 14Computer GuruJun. 27th, 2006 at 7:28 pm

    The NeoSmart Photo Gallery Album for Windows Vista 5456 is now complete.

    Photo Gallery

  15. 15kashifJul. 9th, 2006 at 3:19 am

    Is there a way to get 5456 if you are not beta tester. I have beta 2 installed but having problem with my soundmax integrated sound card (not working). Can anybody help?

    TIA

  16. 16JustDCJul. 14th, 2006 at 4:27 pm

    Yeah I Want To Know The Same Thing. Im A Beta Tester For Vista beta 2 (Friends And Family Group) And I Wanted To Know If I Could Get The Build 5456 Even Though Im Not part Of Connect.

  17. 17Computer GuruJul. 14th, 2006 at 5:38 pm

    Hello Kashif, JustDC;

    You can't get 5456 if you're not on Connect, you'll have to wait till later this week or next for a new build that should have what you need.

    However, we can help with the sound issues, just leave a post at our forums and we'll find a way :).

  18. 18AvikSep. 18th, 2007 at 1:19 pm

    What is the product key os Windows Vista Ultimate??????? Please tell fast

  19. 19farhaDec. 13th, 2008 at 12:06 am

    Windows 7 Ultimate Beta Build 6956 32Bit - Watermark Removed

    Watermark is removed in this version.

    TimerNuke by pembros present in start menu programs, if you want to use that,

    it stops the licensing services..

    download.links

    http://rapidshare.com/files/172831897/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r00 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831958/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r01 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832077/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r02 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832266/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r03 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831797/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r04 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832083/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r05 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832002/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r06 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832027/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r07 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831791/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r08 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832094/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r09 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832175/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r10 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831825/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r11 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832058/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r12 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832328/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r13 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831896/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r14 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832176/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r15 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831742/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r16 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831837/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r17 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832087/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r18 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831899/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r19 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831820/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r20 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832186/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r21 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831918/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r22 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831944/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r23 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831950/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r24 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832074/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r25 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832111/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r26 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831962/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r27 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832163/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r28 http://rapidshare.com/files/172831777/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r29 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832939/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r30 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832886/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r31 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832849/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r32 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832964/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r33 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832878/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r34 http://rapidshare.com/files/172833309/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r35 http://rapidshare.com/files/172833039/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r36 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832932/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r37 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832904/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r38 http://rapidshare.com/files/172833014/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r39 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832982/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r40 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832991/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r41 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832775/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r42 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832997/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r43 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832927/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r44 http://rapidshare.com/files/172833022/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r45 http://rapidshare.com/files/172832599/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.r46 http://rapidshare.com/files/172833059/Windows.7.Ultimate.BUILD.6956.x86-iND.rar

  20. 20jacobDec. 29th, 2008 at 9:03 pm

    farha is that windows 7 or vista you dumby

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