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Reminder: WLAN Change in WLK Coming
The current Windows Logo Kit (WLK), version 1.2, supports wireless LAN (WLAN) testing by using a software-based access point that runs on both Atheros and Realtek WLAN NICs. The next version of the WLK will support testing WLAN drivers only by using the Atheros WLAN NICs. You will not be required to use the next kit for submissions until June 2009, but we wanted to provide early notice of this change to help your planning activities. If you have further questions, send us an e-mail at wlanndt@microsoft.com.
Windows Service Pack Testing Policy
Partners are required to test their logo submissions with the latest available service pack ninety days after it has been released. This is to ensure the maximum compatibility with the device driver and the Microsoft Windows Operating system. The following is a list of Microsoft Windows operating systems and the currently-supported service packs.
. Windows XP Service Pack 3
. Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
. Windows Vista Service Pack 1
. Windows Server 2008 RTM
Windows 7 Requirements Have Been Posted to LogoPoint
The Windows Logo team would like to let you know that requirements have been posted to LogoPoint for Windows 7. The only requirements remaining to be published are in the categories of Printing, Imaging/Scanning, Portable Devices, and Streaming Media. We plan to release these requirements at WinHEC.
The Windows 7 requirements can be accessed by logging onto LogoPoint through your Winqual account. Once in LogoPoint, go to the Requirements Search page and choose Windows 7 in the OS drop-down box. The Windows Logo team requests that you submit your feedback to LogoPoint by November 14, 2008.
Logo Sessions at WinHEC 2008
WinHEC is the place to be to learn about the logo program for the upcoming year and beyond! Logo program sessions will cover key changes to the program for Windows 7 and training on the logo tools. These are "can't miss" sessions for attendees who are responsible for system and device hardware design, driver implementation, and Windows Hardware Logo testing.
Core Platform and Fundamentals:
Chalk Talk - The Driver Quality Rating Tool - COR-C645
Chalk Talk - What's New in the Windows Logo Program - COR-C644
Chalk Talk - Windows Logo Program Process and Policies - COR-C623
Windows Hardware Logo Program Update - COR-T519
Windows Logo Program and Tools - COR-T520
Enterprise Computing:
Discussion: New Windows Server Logo Requirements and Programs - ENT-C643
New Windows Server Logo Requirements and Programs - ENT-T610
Connected PCs and Devices:
Chalk Talk - Windows 7 Logo Program and Design Considerations for Network Infrastructure Devices - CON-C654
Chalk Talk - Windows 7 Logo Program for Audio and Communications - CON-C664
Chalk Talk - Windows 7 Logo Program for Print, Scan, and Fax - CON-C652
Windows 7 Logo Program for Print and Document Devices - CON-T607
Windows Logo Program for Network Media Devices - CON-T574
High Fidelity Graphics and Media
Overview of TV Tuners & Remotes Logo Program - GRA-T600
You Are Not Alone!
There is a whole community of people out there working on device drivers. If you haven't participated in forum discussions or followed the blogs of MVPs or Microsoft's own developers, you are missing out on lots of useful news, information, camaraderie, and even a bit of humor. The place to start is the Developer Community page at WHDC: http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/resources/default.mspx. Check out the Blogs for Driver Developers and then dive into the device driver forum.
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