If by “paper” you mean a Microsoft white paper (PDF) originally available for volume license customers, search the Microsoft Download Center for:
However, Microsoft has since consolidated these into the online documentation links above.
This was originally distributed to Volume License (VL) customers (businesses, schools, government) via the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC).
The file sw_dvd5_office_professional_plus_2013_w32_english_mlf_x18-55138.iso represents a very specific, enterprise-targeted snapshot of Microsoft Office history. It is a robust, 32-bit, Volume License installation medium for Windows 7–10, best suited for offline environments, legacy hardware, or corporate KMS-managed deployments.
Before you install, ask yourself:
If you answered “yes” to the first two questions and understand the risks, this ISO remains a functional, lightweight productivity suite. Follow the installation steps precisely, respect Microsoft’s licensing terms, and keep the installer in a secure, archived location for future reprovisioning.
Need further help? Check Microsoft’s official document: “Deploy Office 2013 using Volume Licensing” (Archived on Microsoft Learn).
That specific filename (X18-55138) is a real Microsoft VLSC ISO, but you must have a valid Volume Licensing agreement and corresponding product key to install and activate it lawfully. If you don’t have a license, you cannot use it in production. Install: Click the Install button (or Upgrade )
If you meant you have the ISO and need step-by-step instructions (with screenshots or scripts), or you’re trying to write a research “paper” about deploying legacy Office versions, let me know and I can tailor the answer further.
SW_DVD5_Office_Professional_Plus_2013_W32_English_MLF_X18-55138.ISO is a 32-bit disc image for the volume-licensed version of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013
. The "MLF" indicates it is intended for volume licensing customers (Major Licensing Fulfillment). Internet Archive Installation Steps Mount the ISO : In Windows 8 or later, right-click the file and select
. If you are on Windows 7, you may need to extract it using a tool like 7-Zip or burn it to a DVD.
: Open the virtual drive or extracted folder and double-click Choose Installation Type Install Now for a standard installation or to select specific apps like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
: Enter your volume license product key when prompted. For organizational setups, this might occur automatically via KMS or Active Directory. System Requirements
SW DVD5: Indicates the software was originally distributed as a single-layer DVD. If by “paper” you mean a Microsoft white
W32: Specifies the 32-bit architecture, which is compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows.
MLF (Microsoft Licensing Fulfillment): Denotes a volume licensing channel meant for businesses rather than individual retail customers.
X18-55138: The internal part number used by Microsoft to track this specific build and language pack. Installation Guide To install Office from this ISO file, follow these steps:
The file sw_dvd5_office_professional_plus_2013_w32_english_mlf_x18-55138.iso is a 32-bit Volume Licensing disc image for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013. This specific "MLF" version is typically used by organizations to deploy the software across multiple machines using a single Volume License Key. Installation Guide for Office 2013 Professional Plus 1. Prepare Your System
Before starting, ensure your computer meets the system requirements for the 32-bit edition and uninstall any previous versions of Office to avoid software conflicts. 2. Access the ISO Contents
You can access the setup files in the ISO image using one of two methods:
Mount as a Virtual Drive: In Windows 8 or later, right-click the ISO file and select Mount. This creates a virtual DVD drive in File Explorer where you can see the installer files. However, Microsoft has since consolidated these into the
Extract with Software: Use tools like 7-Zip or WinZip to extract the ISO's contents into a new folder on your desktop. 3. Run the Installer
Open the mounted drive or extracted folder and locate setup.exe.
Double-click the file to begin. If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes. 4. Configure and Install
Accept Terms: Check the box for "I accept the terms of this agreement" and click Continue.
Select Installation Type: Click Install Now for the standard suite. Alternatively, choose Customize to select specific applications like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
Wait for Completion: The process may take several minutes. Once finished, click Close. 5. Activation
Before installing, check the SHA-1 hash of the ISO (if you have the original Microsoft-provided value). Use PowerShell:
Get-FileHash -Path "C:\Downloads\sw_dvd5_office_professional_plus_2013_w32_english_mlf_x18-55138.iso" -Algorithm SHA1
Ensure the hash matches official VLSC documentation. (If you obtained this from a non-Microsoft source, be cautious—malicious actors re-pack malware into old ISO names).