Windows 11 Compatibility for Businesses
As a first step in your jorney to Windows 11, you’ll need to know which of your current devices meet the Windows 11 hardware requirements. Most devices purchased in the last 18-24 months will be compatible with Windows 11. Verify that your device meets or exceeds Windows 11 requirements to ensure it’s compatible.
Microsoft released the PC Health Check tool for individuals users to check if their device is comptible with Windows 11.
If you are using Microsoft Endpoint Manager ( Configuration manager or Intune ) Microsoft has embedded compatibility checkers and reports to make the job easier.
However, for organizations that do not use Microsoft tools to manage their devices, or need to get a snapshot of their fleet’s ability to upgrade to Windows 11 there are few options available.
Here are a few scripts that you can run, and export the results and send them to a central collection point.
Microsoft Windows 11 Hardware Readiness PowerShell script: Official Microsoft release of a PowerShell script for checking hardware readiness for Windows 11 upgrades.
- GitHub – rcmaehl/WhyNotWin11:
- Detection Script to help identify why your PC is not Windows 11 Release Ready. Now Supporting Update Checks!
Others:
Free Readiness MEMCM / SCCM Windows 11 Report (systemcenterdudes.com)
Use Windows compatibility reports for Windows 10 and Windows 11 updates in Intune | Microsoft Learn
Windows 11 Requirements Audit – Lansweeper IT Asset Management
Resources:
Prepare for Windows 11 – What’s new in Windows | Microsoft Learn
