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Hi!, Which licensing covers the autopatch feature? Business Premium and A3?
- Ryan_Williams
Microsoft
Windows Autopatch requires an E3+ or F3 license. To stay up to date with the latest requirements, see Prerequisites | Microsoft Learn.
This is a scenario we're investigating. If you're interested in shaping the future of Autopatch, consider joining the Microsoft Management Customer Connection Program for early preview opportunities.
Hi there,
Recently, I implemented Autopatch in my tenant and I was able to upgrade all win 10 devices to win 11 except for few. Is there any troubleshooting mythology to follow while troubleshooting these devices? All logs show everything is fine 😞.
- Ryan_Williams
Here are two resources that may help identify what’s preventing those remaining devices from upgrading:
- Check if anything is blocking Windows Update from offering the update: This guide can help you determine if there are policies, settings, or other factors preventing Windows Update from offering the update to your devices. See: Guidance for troubleshooting Windows Update issues - Windows Client | Microsoft Learn
- Review compatibility reports: These reports can help identify any hardware or compatibility issues preventing the update. See: Use Windows compatibility reports for Windows 10 and Windows 11 updates in Intune | Microsoft Learn
If neither of these resources resolve the issue, I recommend opening a support request so we can take a closer look.
- Heather_Poulsen
Community Manager
Thanks for joining today’s session on “Achieving update harmony through unified update management” at Microsoft Technical Takeoff. Q&A will remain open through Friday so keep your comments and questions coming! Up next: Intune 'fast lane' - Let's talk about all things latency
Here are the resources we mentioned in today’s session:
- How do you patch computers with Autopatch that must not be exposed to Internet ?
- How do you patch computers with Autopatch in locations with slow Internet links where downloading the updates from Windows Update is not the option ?
- Ryan_Williams
- Windows Autopatch is a cloud-based solution that requires Internet connectivity. Can you help us better understand your specific requirements and where Delivery Optimization (see below) might not meet your needs?
- Our solution for this is Delivery Optimization, which allows devices to share Windows Update content with peers on the same local network. This reduces the need to download updates individually from Microsoft, helping to conserve bandwidth and improve update efficiency. To learn more, see What is Delivery Optimization? | Microsoft Learn.
Where is implementing a more granular RBAC for Autopatch on the roadmap?
- Surabhi_Calla
Thanks M_Bolton, we're looking at this scenario. If you want to join us on the journey, join the Microsoft Management Customer Connection Program for early preview opportunities.
Does the Active hours start and end time, work in the same way as SCCM Maintenance windows?
- Ryan_Williams
There are subtle differences between Active Hours and Maintenance Windows. You can learn more about Active Hours here: Manage device restarts after updates | Microsoft Learn.
We're currently investigating how Maintenance Windows could be implemented in Autopatch.
Can auto patch groups have specific dates/times set for deployment NOT based on % of previous rings?
- Surabhi_Calla
Could you please help explain the scenario a bit more, are you looking for scheduling automatic deployments on device groups and not leverage the deferral days configuration?
Will the Autopatch feature ever come to EDU SKU's?
- Surabhi_Calla
Thank you for your feedback and interest in the features, we are currently investigating the request.
Where is autopatch located in M365 portal?
- Surabhi_Calla
Under Devices>Windows Updates
ucbryanweaver -- Try
https://intune.microsoft.com (with the correct licenses and subscriptions). It should be enabled and found in Tenant Administration
- Heather_Poulsen
Welcome to “Achieving update harmony through unified update management” at Microsoft Technical Takeoff. Q&A is open now and throughout the week. Please post any questions or feedback here in the Comments.
