The Entity Framework Beta 3 runtime and the Entity Framework Tools CTP 2 are now available for download. These downloads work with the RTM releases of Visual Studio 2008 and the .NET Framework 3.5. In addition, external partners including IBM, MySQL, Sybase, OpenLink and Core Lab have made a public commitment to support the Entity Framework (including LINQ to Entities) for all major databases within 3 months of its RTM.