Windows Preinstallation Environment (also known as Windows PE and WinPE) is a lightweight version of Windows used for troubleshooting an operating system while it is offline. By itself, it can be quite limited as to what you can do with it, especially as a basic user. However, Aomei PE Builder could easily solve your problem without any worry about the technical issue, since it’s just dead easy. There is a straightforward graphical interface which guides you through each step of the process.

Unlike traditional WinPE environment, it brings you a user-friendly graphical interface and a familiar Windows environment, including desktop, Windows explorer, start menu, taskbar, etc. It is easy to use just like using Windows 7.

You can create Windows PE boot media in three methods, just chose the most convenient one according to your preference: Burn To CD/DVD, USB Boot Device, Export ISO File.

AOMEI PE Builder also comes with three handy AOMEI utilities: AOMEI Backupper Standard, AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard and AOMEI OneKey Recovery. These three programs are very accessible in a situation where Windows is not bootable.

You can add tools and drivers which you frequently use here. There are four categories of program: File, Network, Security and System. AOMEI PE Builder will create a shortcut of a folder named “My Tools” on the desktop and put your added tools in the folder. You can add your favorite tools like 7-Zip, Notepad++ , Filezilla, BOOTICE to the bootable media with the help of PE Builder.

Other Two Key Features

No Need to Install AIK/WAIK: To create a Windows PE media, typically you have to pre-install Windows AIK or WAIK, or prepare a Windows installation disc. Luckily, AOMEI PE Builder allows you to create a WinPE media without installing AIK/WAIK for most computers.

Network Supported: The Windows PE created by AOMEI PE Builder can be connected to network in most cases. Through the network, you can antivirus off-line and Maintain system with convenience.

In short, AOMEI PE Builder is a practical and easy-to-use Windows PE system creation tool which certainly worthy a try. If you’re not confident with using text-based command lines, it would be an alternative in a situation where you cannot boot into Windows. The new version AOMEI PE Builder 1.4 supports Widows 8.1/8/7 and Sever 2008 R2/2012.