diff --git a/user/hardware/certified-hardware.md b/user/hardware/certified-hardware.md index 4155abfb..2be1019a 100644 --- a/user/hardware/certified-hardware.md +++ b/user/hardware/certified-hardware.md @@ -8,18 +8,27 @@ redirect_from: - /hardware-certification/ --- -# Certified Hardware # +# Certified Hardware -## Important Information ## -There is currently **no** specific hardware (e.g., specific laptop model) that the Qubes team recommends for individual users. -However, we're working hard to make a "reasonably secure laptop" a reality, and we look forward to sharing more information about this when the time is right. -(Note that this will be distinct from a [stateless laptop], which no one has implemented yet.) -In the meantime, users are encouraged to make use of the [Hardware Compatibility List] and [System Requirements] as sources of information in making hardware selection decisions. -Serious prospective business customers should [contact us] for more information. +The Qubes OS Project aims to partner with a select few computer vendors to ensure that Qubes users have reliable hardware purchasing options. +We aim for these vendors to be as diverse as possible in terms of geography, cost, and availability. +Note, however, that we certify only that a particular hardware *configuration* is *supported* by Qubes. +We take no responsibility for our partners' manufacturing or shipping processes, nor can we control whether physical hardware is modified (whether maliciously or otherwise) *en route* to the user. -## Hardware Certification ## -### Become Hardware Certified ### +## Qubes-certified Laptop: Insurgo PrivacyBeast X230 + +Qubes-certified laptops are regularly tested by the Qubes developers to ensure compatibility with all of Qubes' features. +The developers test all new major versions and updates to ensure that no regressions are introduced. + +[![insurgo-privacybeast-x230.png](/attachment/site/insurgo-privacybeast-x230.png)](/attachment/site/insurgo-privacybeast-x230.png) + +The [Insurgo PrivacyBeast X230] meets and exceeds our hardware certification requirements. +Read our [announcement][privacybeast announcement] of the certification for further details! + + +## Become Hardware Certified + If you are a hardware vendor, you can have your hardware certified as compatible with Qubes OS. The benefits of hardware certification include: @@ -27,7 +36,9 @@ The benefits of hardware certification include: * Your hardware will continue to be compatible with Qubes OS as it further develops. * You can support the development of Qubes OS. -### Hardware Certification Requirements ### + +## Hardware Certification Requirements + (Please note that these are the requirements for hardware *certification*, *not* the requirements for *running* Qubes 4.x. For the latter, please see the [system requirements for Qubes 4.x].) @@ -57,7 +68,9 @@ Users who plan on using Qubes in an air-gap scenario would do best if they manua We hope these hardware requirements will encourage the development of more secure and trustworthy devices. -### Hardware Certification Process ### + +## Hardware Certification Process + To have hardware certified, the vendor must: 1. Send the Qubes team two (2) units for testing (non-returnable) for each configuration the vendor wishes to be offering. @@ -70,20 +83,6 @@ While we are willing to troubleshoot simple issues, we will need to charge a con If you are interested in having your hardware certified, please [contact us]. -## Qubes-certified Laptops ## -Qubes-certified laptops are regularly tested by the Qubes developers to ensure compatibility with all of Qubes' features. -The developers test all new major versions and updates to ensure that no regressions are introduced. -Unfortunately, there are currently no certified laptops for Qubes R3.x or R4.x. -This page will be updated once certified laptops are available. -For more general information about choosing hardware for Qubes, please see the [System Requirements] and the [Hardware Compatibility List]. - -We aim to partner with a select few computer vendors to ensure that Qubes users have reliable hardware purchasing options. -We aim for these vendors to be as diverse as possible in terms of geography, cost, and availability. -Note, however, that we certify only that a particular hardware *configuration* is *supported* by Qubes. -We take no responsibility for our partners' manufacturing or shipping processes, nor can we control whether physical hardware is modified (whether maliciously or otherwise) *en route* to the user. - -To learn more about the certification process, or if you're interested in having your company's hardware certified, please see the [Hardware Certification] section. - [stateless laptop]: https://blog.invisiblethings.org/2015/12/23/state_harmful.html [System Requirements]: /doc/system-requirements/ @@ -102,4 +101,5 @@ To learn more about the certification process, or if you're interested in having [x86_harmful]: https://blog.invisiblethings.org/papers/2015/x86_harmful.pdf [stateless laptop]: https://blog.invisiblethings.org/papers/2015/state_harmful.pdf [audio_modem]: https://github.com/romanz/amodem/ - +[Insurgo PrivacyBeast X230]: https://insurgo.ca/produit/qubesos-certified-privacybeast_x230-reasonably-secured-laptop/ +[privacybeast announcement]: /news/2019/09/19/insurgo-privacybeast-qubes-certification.md