From 802c38113fb1d1905922316a1d5d35592e0a246b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: jpc204 <50123158+jpc204@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:40:40 -0400
Subject: [PATCH] Clarify NICo hardware compatibility scope

Signed-off-by: jpc204 <50123158+jpc204@users.noreply.github.com>
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 # Hardware Compatibility List
 
-This Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) is provided for reference purposes only. Systems listed here have been unit tested or exercised internally in limited scenarios.
-Inclusion in this list does not imply qualification, certification, or support, and does not represent a commitment to ongoing compatibility. For specific hardware support
-inquiries or technical specifications, please contact the original hardware vendor.
+The Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) identifies hardware that is currently supported and compatible from a NICo perspective. It is not an exhaustive certification or qualification of each platform. For platform certification, qualification, and detailed hardware support information, contact the hardware manufacturer.
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+To add support for hardware that the NICo development team does not have access to, follow [Adding Support for New Hardware](development/new_hardware_support.md).
 
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