ASUS motherboard received the first Windows 8 WHQL certification

The result reaffirms the company's commitment to motherboard compatibility and stability in preparation for the release of Windows 8.

Achieving another milestone, ASUS has introduced its first motherboard to receive Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certification. This document indicates that the P8Z77-M motherboard has been officially approved for the 8-bit version of Windows 64; the rating may appear on more and more motherboards in the near future, regardless of platform.

All ASUS products are subjected to rigorous testing and inspections, in line with the company's determination to obtain certification, to ensure the best possible user experience, stability and reliability. These principles, manifested in extensive hardware and software testing, are especially critical in preparing for the arrival of an entirely new operating system. Customers want to enjoy the benefits of Microsoft’s next-generation operating system while still demanding convenient upgradeability and uncomplicated compatibility with software and driver support.

Benefits of WHQL certification

Reflecting ASUS’s efforts for compatibility, the official WHQL certification results in the best-optimized offering possible, signaling customers that the P8Z77-M offers the best Windows 8 compatibility and best possible system stability across a wide range of hardware configurations and application types.

Source: Press release