NIST USGv6 Test Program Achieves Significant Milestone for IPv6-Enabled Networks

Business Wire

16-07-2025

DURHAM, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--he University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL), in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is proud to announce a significant program achievement, 1,000 combined product entries between the USGv6 (2008) and USGv6-r1 Product Registries. This milestone supports the Federal government's initiative to adopt IPv6 and transition to IPv6-only networks with a goal of at least 80% of IP-enabled assets on Federal networks are operating in IPv6-only environments by the end of FY2025.
UNH Interoperability Labs recognizes the milestone of over 1,000 combined listings in the USGv6 and USGv6-r1 Product Registries for IPv6-enabled networks, a significant achievement for the NIST USGv6 Test Program.
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The USGv6 test program was launched back in 2008 to facilitate the adoption of IPv6 within the U.S. Government. The test program supports the reliable procurement of IPv6-capable networked IT products and services. The USGv6 Test Program is a comprehensive test program designed to ensure that network products comply with IPv6 specifications established by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). Governments and enterprises are prioritizing IPv6 to future-proof their networks and meet the performance and security demands of modern applications.
'The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs has been a vital partner in the definition, evolution, and execution of the USGv6 Testing Program,' said Doug Montgomery, Manager of Internet Technologies Research at NIST. 'Providing standards-based conformance, interoperability, and functional testing covering over 1,000 distinct IPv6-enabled products has significantly benefited the networking industry as a whole and provided a vital tool to support the acquisition of IPv6 technologies by the Government.'
The UNH-IOL is recognized as a leading independent provider of testing and standards conformance services, playing a vital role in fostering innovation and compliance within the networking industry. Since 2008, it has established itself as a leader in IPv6 testing by collaborating closely with organizations such as NIST, the IPv6 Forum, and the IETF.
Additionally, the lab offers IOL INTACT ® software, which enhances development cycles by improving test readiness for testing under the USGv6 and IPv6 Ready Logo programs. IOL INTACT ensures that products meet stringent criteria for functionality, interoperability, and deployment readiness in IPv6 environments.
For more information about the USGv6 Test Program, IPv6 Testing & Certification, or to explore the full product registry, please visit the UNH-IOL IPv6 Testing Service webpage.
The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL) is an independent provider of broad-based testing and standards conformance services for the networking and data communications industry. Since 1988, UNH-IOL has been at the forefront of multi-vendor interoperability, offering a neutral and secure environment for testing emerging technologies and developing testing solutions to help companies deliver products to market. With over 28,000 square feet of advanced lab space and multimillion-dollar testbeds, the lab supports a wide range of technologies including Ethernet, IPv6, NVMe ®, and automotive networking. UNH-IOL is a 100% industry-funded, non-profit organization shaping global standards while preparing the next generation of engineers through hands-on student engagement and workforce development in collaboration with the University of New Hampshire.