Making the most of your Windows 11 Update Report Export
As an IT administrator, you know that keeping your environment secure isn’t just about installing patches — it’s about ensuring that every machine in your fleet is running on a supported operating system. With Microsoft phasing out support for older versions of Windows, the Windows 11 Update report export provides the data you need to make smart, proactive decisions.
Here’s how to use the Windows 11 Update Report to safeguard your environment and prepare for the future.
Understand what the report tells you
The export gives you a comprehensive view of your machines with columns for:
- Computer Name
- Hostname
- Group
- Last Seen Date
- Processor
- TPM
- OS Name
- OS Version #
- Can be Upgraded to Windows 11 25H2
- Incompatibility Reason
This list is a map of your upgrade landscape. You can see which machines are ready for Windows 11, which might be eligible with some investigation, and which simply cannot be upgraded.
Prioritize security compliance
Machines running Windows 7, 8.1, or unsupported versions of Windows 10 will soon lose security updates. These computers become prime targets for exploits the day support ends. Use the OS Name and OS Version # columns to quickly filter and identify high-risk endpoints. Those systems should be your top priority for action.
Build an upgrade roadmap
Use the “Can be upgraded to Windows 11 25H2″ column to plan your path forward:
- Yes → Schedule these upgrades first. They’ll give you the quickest security gains with minimal hardware investment.
- Maybe → Check the Incompatibility Reason and review the Processor and TPM fields. Some may only require firmware or configuration updates to become compliant.
- No → Check the Incompatibility Reason. These machines will require replacement or reallocation. This insight helps you plan hardware refresh cycles in advance of end-of-support deadlines.
Make the case for resources
One of the most powerful uses of this export is communication. Share the data with leadership to:
- Demonstrate the scale of the challenge (e.g., “175 machines ready, 22 cannot be upgraded”).
- Show the business risk of running unsupported OS versions.
- Justify budget requests for hardware refreshes or Extended Security Update (ESU) licenses.
This data-driven approach moves the conversation from speculation to action.
Keep your environment future-proof
Finally, make the report part of your regular security hygiene. By monitoring upgrade readiness over time, you’ll never be caught off guard by lifecycle changes again. A consistent review process ensures that your campus or organization stays aligned with vendor support, compliance requirements, and security best practices.
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