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Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Operating System

Applications passing the Windows Server 2008 R2 Platform Ready Test qualify to use the “Works with Windows Server 2008 R2” Logo

 

The "Certified for" and "Works with" programs require applications to be tested on Windows Server 2008 R2 in a Hyper-V environment.

There are no changes with the technical requirements for Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1. With the release of the Service Pack, the new baseline for all Logo testing will be SP1:

  1. No recertification is required, though ISVs are encouraged to test their application against the SP1 platform.

  2. For Logo testing, the release of SP1 must be applied to all:

    • Hyper-V Servers.

    • Virtual Machines.

The "Works with Windows Server 2008 R2" logo designates applications that are compatible with the platform according to Microsoft-recommended standards. Self-test your applications using the free test tools downloaded from the Microsoft Platform Ready website and earn the "Works with" logo.

  1. Get Windows Server 2008 R2

    Test your application on the latest version of Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V to verify compatibility with your applications. Download the latest build of Windows Server 2008 R2.

  2. The Getting Started Guide for Windows Server 2008 R2 Logo Program

    This quick overview to help you participate in the Windows Server 2008 R2 Logo program. Download.

  3. Get Technical Guidance

    Register and pledge your application at the Microsoft Platform Ready website, then download documents and tools:

    • "Microsoft Platform Ready" Tool for Windows Server 2008 R2

      The "Microsoft Platform Ready" Tool is a highly automated tool that will help you quickly determine baseline compatibility with Windows Server 2008 R2. Get results within 45 minutes to four hours, depending upon application complexity. Any components of the application (installation, primary functionality, drivers, etc.) that do not meet baseline compatibility will be flagged for development refinement.

      Download the Microsoft Platform Ready Tool x64

    • Participate in the growing community that's developing applications on the new platform.

    • Correspond with the Windows Server 2008 R2 technical team to address technical issues.

    • Microsoft Platform Ready Test Criteria for Windows Server 2008 R2 including other Technologies

      Review test criteria a server application and its client components must meet in order to become validated for platform readiness and achieve the Works with Windows Server 2008 R2 Logo. This document can be downloaded from within the Microsoft Platform Ready Tool. This criteria also enables developers to assess their server applications for compliance with other Microsoft server products and technologies. Download.

    • The "Microsoft Platform Ready" Waiver Request Form

      Microsoft may occasionally grant limited waivers for specific test requirements on a case-by-case basis. Independent software vendors seeking waivers must justify the need for a waiver, document the application's behavior and impact on users, and agree to publish the information conspicuously for customers prior to installation. Microsoft reserves the right to publish waiver documentation for customers seeking information on Logo’d software. Download.

  4. WHQL Signed Drivers Required for Applications Shipping with Drivers:

    All application drivers must pass Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) tests and be signed by WHQL for R2 platform. WHQL R2 signed drivers are required to achieve Works with Windows Server 2008 R2 Logo and Certified for Windows Server 2008 R2 Logo. Get started with WHQL.

  5. Submit Your Application for Validation

    After the tests have successfully passed, package your results using the "Microsoft Platform Ready" Tool and upload your submission package to the MPR site to obtain the "Works with" logo.

    Note: Applications may be registered and submitted in any language. However, the testing tools are in English only.

Evaluate Windows Server 2008 R2 with SP1