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As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and ecosystem readiness, we are sharing the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program (WHCP) and Hardware Lab Kit (HLK) end-of-support plan for Windows ...
Sep 26, 2025235Views
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To support the Windows 11, version 25H2 release, the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program is set to accept submission for the release. However, any submission package must meet the pre-requisites t...
Sep 23, 2025481Views
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Microsoft is pleased to announce that a refreshed HLK for Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 is available starting July 8, 2025.
This release of the HLK contains only infrastructure c...
Jul 08, 20251.3KViews
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The Hardware Lab Kit (HLK) packaging component is important for reading, writing, and packaging test results, as well as submitting drivers to the Hardware Dev Center (HDC) portal for certification a...
Jun 24, 2025690Views
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Microsoft is pleased to announce that a refreshed HLK for Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 is available starting May 6, 2025.
This release of the HLK contains test errata fixes, HLK...
May 06, 20252.1KViews
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Microsoft is pleased to announce that a refreshed HLK for Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 will be available, February 18, 2025.
This release of the HLK contains test errata and HLK...
Feb 18, 20252.5KViews
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Microsoft is pleased to announce that a refreshed HLK for Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 is available today. October 14, 2024.
This release of the HLK will contain fixes for test ...
Sep 19, 20249.5KViews
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Changes to HDC's API may require users to update their code.
Jul 17, 20242.2KViews
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To facilitate the release of Windows 11, version 24H2, and Windows Server 2025, the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program is set to accept submissions. The submission package must fulfill the prereq...
May 22, 202418KViews
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We have updated the agreements on Partner Center for the Windows Hardware Program. We made these updates to clarify our terms and ensure that they are transparent, as well as to address usage of new ...
May 13, 20244.1KViews
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