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 Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) for All Qubes OS Releases
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+**Note:** The HCL is a compilation of reports generated and submitted by users. Except in the case of developer-reported entries, the Qubes team has not independently verified the accuracy of these reports. If using the list to make a purchasing decision, we recommend that you first test the hardware yourself, if possible.
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