What'ts the processes might need gone through if a qualified sidewalk device type with specific HW、FW but having a new device type on another AWS account for manufacturing?

Hi Arvin,

Clarifying the Issue

It sounds like you’ve successfully qualified a Sidewalk device type with its hardware (HW) and firmware (FW) and completed HSM provisioning. Now you’re exploring if you need to retake the Sidewalk qualification test when creating the same device under a new AWS account as a “new device type.”

Key Terms

• Sidewalk Qualification Test: Ensures a device meets Amazon Sidewalk standards (HW, FW, and provisioning).
• HSM (Hardware Security Module): Cryptographic hardware provisioned to secure Sidewalk-enabled devices.
• Device Type: A unique identifier for a product configuration within the AWS account.

The Solution (Our Recipe)

1. Understand AWS Qualification Scope: Sidewalk qualification applies to both the device type and the AWS account. Moving to another AWS account creates a new logical instance of the device type, which may require a retest.
2. Confirm Hardware and Firmware Consistency: If your HW and FW remain identical, AWS may allow portions of the existing qualification to be reused. Highlight these similarities when engaging support.
3. Engage AWS Sidewalk Support: Contact AWS Support to confirm requirements for requalifying a device under a new account. Include:
   • Original qualification details (device type, HW, FW versions)
   • HSM provisioning status
   • Reasons for creating a new AWS account.
4. HSM Re-Provisioning: Moving to a new AWS account may require new HSM provisioning, which can trigger partial or full requalification. Verify with AWS if any exemptions apply.
5. Streamlined Requalification Path: AWS may offer an expedited review if the new device type under a different account matches the previously qualified product configuration.

Additional Insight

If your intention is to scale manufacturing while keeping devices under multiple AWS accounts, consider discussing bulk qualification options with AWS. They may offer strategies to streamline this process across accounts, saving time and effort.

Closing Thoughts

AWS often requires requalification for new device types, even with the same HW and FW, to ensure compliance and consistency across accounts. Reaching out to AWS with detailed documentation will clarify next steps and help you avoid delays.

Hope this clears things up and gets you moving forward quickly! Let us know if you need more support. 😊

Cheers, Aaron 🚀