Submit Hardware Prototypes and New Systems and Devices to Windows Labs

Participate in Plugfests. Microsoft Plugfests, Meltdown compatibility testing, and industry events such as USB Implementers Forum Plugfests help identify firmware and driver issues.

Request Early Technical Design Reviews. Contact your Microsoft program manager or technical evangelist to request a technical review for new chipset or system designs; Microsoft architects can work with you in early phases to identify issues and ensure optimal design.

Subscribe to Windows Driver Services (WDS). WDS coordinates sign-up and access for Microsoft publications about driver development and testing for Windows (NDA required for some items) and Beta versions of Windows and the HCTs. If you are not currently working with Microsoft, subscribe to WDS services: http://www.microsoft.com/ddk/wds/