Zune.net was down for the better part of this evening as Microsoft rolled out a new site redesign in time for the launch of the second generation Zune today. The new site redesign is now up and running and you can download the new Zune software here. There’s even a 64 bit version of the Zune software package if you’re running 64 bit Windows. The full “Zune Experience” is not yet ready as of this posting is now ready too. You’ll need to enter an email address (of course Microsoft would like a live.com email address if possible). The full experience gives you:

• Free Zune account
• Podcasts
• Membership to the Zune Social

We assume the link to that will begin shortly. In any case, if you’re an owner of a first generation Zune, make sure to get the new software now! You’ll definitely need this software to run the new Zune players coming out today.

[Check it out via ZuneSphere]

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