Microsoft Office Service Pack 1 released for download

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Microsoft has today announced the availability of Service Pack 1 for the 2007 Office system product range, and you don't have to wait the 3-6 months which Microsoft says it will take to appear in the automatic updates either. In actual fact you can download it right now from .

So what can you expect to find in Office SP1?

Unsurprisingly, SP1 focuses on the issues that have been raised by customers through direct feedback and error reporting tools including:

  • Stability. Using data from the Dr. Watson bug-reporting system, Microsoft have fixed the top software issues for each application in the 2007 Office system. The 2007 Office system SP1 also improves the stability of server components in the 2007 Office system and delivers compatibility with Windows Server 2008, so you can confidently plan for future upgrades.
  • Performance. The 2007 Office system SP1 improves performance in applications and servers. Performance improvements can be found in Microsoft Office Excel 2007, Microsoft Office Outlook 2007, Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007, and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.
  • Security. By incorporating incremental advances in security and results from application testing, the 2007 Office system SP1 offers home and office users better protection against malicious software and potential threats to privacy.

Microsoft promises that SP1 eliminates distractions and performance issues that disrupt workflow, allowing employees to be more productive in the work that they do. For the full list of improvements, check out the Microsoft SP1 whitepaper here.

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Good catch, . Useful practical notes follow for anyone who jumps straight to installing SP1 without preparing — short, actionable steps to reduce downtime and make a rollback straightforward if something breaks.

Before you install:

  • Back up important user data: Outlook data files (export or copy PST/OST with Outlook closed), custom templates (Normal.dotm), macros, signatures, Quick Parts, and any custom dictionaries.
  • Record installed add-ins and versions (Options > Add‑Ins) so you can check vendor compatibility after the update.
  • Take a system restore point or image of the machine if possible, and test the install on one PC or a VM before rolling out widely.

Installation tips:

  • Close all Office applications and any processes that might use Office files. Run the SP1 installer with administrative rights. If files are in use, restart and re-run the installer. For large shops, use your software‑deployment tools or WSUS/ADM templates rather than manual installs. If things go wrong, Office Diagnostics (Office 2007) can help surface and repair common issues. Microsoft published the official KB and a changes workbook that list fixed issues; review that before upgrading. ()

Verify or remove SP1:

  • After install, confirm the update by checking Programs and Features → View installed updates for “2007 Microsoft Office Suite Service Pack 1” or open any Office app and check Help → About for the new build/version. If you must remove SP1, do so from Control Panel’s installed‑updates list; a reboot may be required and the uninstall can prompt for the Office source media. (learn.microsoft.com)

Caution: don’t rush mass deployment. Backup first, test add‑ins, and only push SP1 company‑wide after a pilot group confirms critical workflows remain intact.

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