Microsoft ended standard support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Devices still running it no longer receive regular security updates, which increases risk over time. (Microsoft has offered limited Extended Security Updates; check Microsoft’s current terms for eligibility and dates.)

Step 1: Inventory

List every PC, its operating system version, age, and owner. Your management tools (Intune, RMM) can generate this automatically.

Step 2: Check Windows 11 compatibility

Windows 11 requires:

– A supported 64-bit processor (generally 8th-generation Intel or Ryzen 2000-series and newer)

– 4 GB RAM minimum (8 GB or more recommended in practice)

– 64 GB storage

– UEFI with Secure Boot

– TPM 2.0

Microsoft’s PC Health Check and Intune reports show which devices pass.

Step 3: Sort your fleet

– Compatible: schedule upgrades

– Almost compatible (e.g., TPM disabled in BIOS): may be fixable

– Not compatible: plan replacement

Step 4: Prioritize

Replace first: devices handling sensitive data, internet-facing users, and the oldest machines.

Step 5: Test applications

Verify line-of-business software, printers, and drivers on Windows 11 before rolling out widely.

Step 6: Plan the rollout

Use phased waves, communicate with staff, back up data, and use Autopilot for fresh deployments.

Step 7: Budget

Spread purchases across quarters if needed, and consider leasing or Hardware-as-a-Service.

Isolate what you can’t upgrade

Any remaining Windows 10 devices should be segmented, locked down, and scheduled for retirement.

DBR Soft can assess your fleet and handle procurement and deployment. Contact us to get started with your migration to Windows 11.