The purpose of the Microsoft hardware compatibility list is to identity the devices which are compatible with various software. This will ensure that an application run smoothly when installed.
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Microsoft maintains an HCL (Hardware compatibility list) of hardware tested and certified for Windows XP. You can obtain this list on Microsoft's website.
For Microsoft windows, they provide a compatibility list for all hardware compatible with their operating systems. You can check it by visiting http://www.Microsoft.com/hcl For most other operating systems, they provide a similar list for hardware compatibility. Variants of Linux like Ubuntu for example have it listed on their website.
Hardware compatibility list (HAL ) designed for windows, can accessed through undernoted link, http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/hcl/default.mspx
It is needed to verify that the windows version you are installing supports the hardware and applications you will. There are two basic sources for this information Microsoft and the manufacturer of the device of software. If you are installing windows XP, the setup wizard automatically checks your hardware and software and reports any potential conflict. The Windows Marketplace Web site: www.windowsmarketplace.com , formerly known as the hardware compatibility list is very useful to check compatibility.
No, Microsoft has not added it to the compatibility list yet.
There is a chance that it will work on your machine. The Compatibility list that Microsoft provides doesn't cover absolutely every device. Be aware that the hardware might not operate at full optimization.
HCL typically stands for "hydrochloric acid," which is a strong acid commonly found in the stomach. It is also used in various industrial processes and laboratory experiments.
HCL (Hardware Compatibility List) in Linux is a list of hardware components and devices that have been tested and confirmed to work with a particular Linux distribution. It helps users identify and choose compatible hardware to ensure optimal performance and reliability when running Linux on their systems.
You can always check if hardware is compatible with Vista by visiting the hardware compatibility list. I will include the link for your convenience. http://winqual.microsoft.com/hcl/Default.aspx
1) Hydrochloride 2) Hydrochloric Acid (Hydrogen Chloride) 3) Hardware Compatibility List.