WHQL Pre-certification
The Microsoft Logo Program is designed to ensure compatibility between third-party products and Microsoft operating systems, and enhance customer confidence in the Windows experience. It involves a process of a series of tests designed to assess whether third-party products meet Microsoft's standards of reliability, stability, and quality.
The Microsoft "Designed for Windows" logo identifies hardware and software products that have been designed and tested to meet Microsoft standards for compatibility with:
- Windows 98
- Windows 2000
- Windows NT 4.0
- Windows XP
- Windows 2003
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
- Windows Server 2008
Products displaying the logo have passed rigorous testing that assures they are easy to use, stable, and take advantage of the new features of Microsoft Windows operating systems. Nytec, Inc., an independent testing facility, provides the pre-testing required by Microsoft and processes the product submission. The product is then verified by Microsoft's Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL).
Nytec also supports the following device logo programs:
This service is available as a custom quote by sending email to whql@nytecinc.com.
When sending your email message please include information about your product, the product URL, your contact information, and the Microsoft category designation.
A representative from Nytec, Inc. will then contact you to discuss testing particulars and pricing options.
Nytec, Inc. can conduct WHQL pre-tests on the following hardware classifications:
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1394 Devices |  |
Audio Devices |
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Display Devices |  |
USB Controllers |
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Network Devices |  |
Game Devices |
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Printer Devices |  |
Media Controllers |
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Workstations and Servers |  |
USB Storage Devices |
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Mouse |  |
USB Hub Devices |
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Keyboard Devices |  |
Webcam Devices |
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Bluetooth Devices |  |
Phone VOIP Devicies |
Nytec, Inc. has over 10 years of experience in pre-certification testing on hardware devices and systems for the Windows Hardware Quality Lab (WHQL) and currently the Windows Logo Program (WLP). We have the latest Windows Logo kit (test suite) and will provide you with the test logs that you will submit to Microsoft for logo certification approval. We can also help you navigate the Microsoft Windows Logo Program process.
Why Outsource Your WHQL Logo Device Testing?
- Purchasing the latest PC hardware is expensive.
- Downloading and setting up new WDK Kits multiple times a year is cumbersome.
- Following updates, bug fixes, errata, etc... is time-consuming.
