diff --git a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/monitor/windows-autopatch-windows-quality-and-feature-update-reports-overview.md b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/monitor/windows-autopatch-windows-quality-and-feature-update-reports-overview.md index 31bb13d34a..d588451d2f 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/monitor/windows-autopatch-windows-quality-and-feature-update-reports-overview.md +++ b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/monitor/windows-autopatch-windows-quality-and-feature-update-reports-overview.md @@ -78,7 +78,7 @@ Each status has its own set of sub statuses to further describe the status. Up to date devices are devices that meet all of the following prerequisites: - [Prerequisites](../prepare/windows-autopatch-prerequisites.md) -- [Prerequisites for device registration](../deploy/windows-autopatch-register-devices.md#prerequisites-for-device-registration) +- [Prerequisites for device registration](../deploy/windows-autopatch-device-registration-overview.md#prerequisites-for-device-registration) - [Windows quality and feature update device readiness](../deploy/windows-autopatch-post-reg-readiness-checks.md) - [Post-device readiness checks](../deploy/windows-autopatch-post-reg-readiness-checks.md) - Applied the current monthly cumulative updates diff --git a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/overview/windows-autopatch-deployment-guide.md b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/overview/windows-autopatch-deployment-guide.md index caed55c6e2..3eacd73d9d 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/overview/windows-autopatch-deployment-guide.md +++ b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/overview/windows-autopatch-deployment-guide.md @@ -65,8 +65,8 @@ The following deployment steps can be used as a guide to help you to create your | Step | Description | | ----- | ----- | | **1A: Set up the service** | | -| **1B: Confirm update service needs and configure your workloads** | | -| **1C: Consider your Autopatch groups distribution** | Organizations have a range of Windows devices including desktop computers, laptops and tablets that might be grouped across multiple logical or physical locations. When planning your Autopatch groups strategy, consider the Autopatch group structure that best fits your organizational needs. It's recommended to utilize the service defaults as much as possible. However, if necessary, you can customize the [Default Autopatch group](../deploy/windows-autopatch-groups-overview.md#about-the-default-autopatch-group) with additional deployment rings and/or [create your own Custom Autopatch group(s)](../deploy/windows-autopatch-groups-overview.md#about-the-default-autopatch-group).

| +| **1B: Confirm update service needs and configure your workloads** | | +| **1C: Consider your Autopatch groups distribution** | Organizations have a range of Windows devices including desktop computers, laptops and tablets that might be grouped across multiple logical or physical locations. When planning your Autopatch groups strategy, consider the Autopatch group structure that best fits your organizational needs. It's recommended to utilize the service defaults as much as possible. However, if necessary, you can customize the [Default Autopatch group](../deploy/windows-autopatch-groups-overview.md) with additional deployment rings and/or [create your own Custom Autopatch group(s)](../deploy/windows-autopatch-groups-overview.md).

| | **1D: Review network optimization** | It's important to [prepare your network](../prepare/windows-autopatch-configure-network.md) to ensure that your devices have access to updates in the most efficient way, without impacting your infrastructure.

A recommended approach to manage bandwidth consumption is to utilize [Delivery Optimization](../prepare/windows-autopatch-configure-network.md#delivery-optimization). You can use Delivery Optimization to reduce bandwidth consumption by sharing the work of downloading these packages amongst multiple devices in your deployment. | ### Step two: Evaluate @@ -75,7 +75,7 @@ Evaluate Windows Autopatch with around 50 devices to ensure the service meets yo | Step | Description | | ----- | ----- | -| **2A: Review reporting capabilities** | Windows Autopatch quality and feature update reports provide a progress view on the latest update cycle for your devices. These reports should be reviewed often to ensure you understand the update state of your Windows Autopatch devices.

There might be times when using Windows Autopatch for update deployment that it's beneficial to review Windows Update for Business (WUfB) reports.

For example, when preparing to deploy Windows 11, you might find it useful to evaluate your devices using the [Windows feature update device readiness](/mem/intune/protect/windows-update-compatibility-reports#use-the-windows-feature-update-device-readiness-report) and [Windows feature update compatibility risks reports](/mem/intune/protect/windows-update-compatibility-reports#use-the-windows-feature-update-compatibility-risks-report) in Intune.| +| **2A: Review reporting capabilities** | Windows Autopatch quality and feature update reports provide a progress view on the latest update cycle for your devices. These reports should be reviewed often to ensure you understand the update state of your Windows Autopatch devices.

There might be times when using Windows Autopatch for update deployment that it's beneficial to review Windows Update for Business (WUfB) reports.

For example, when preparing to deploy Windows 11, you might find it useful to evaluate your devices using the [Windows feature update device readiness](/mem/intune/protect/windows-update-compatibility-reports#use-the-windows-feature-update-device-readiness-report) and [Windows feature update compatibility risks reports](/mem/intune/protect/windows-update-compatibility-reports#use-the-windows-feature-update-compatibility-risks-report) in Intune.| | **2B: Review operational changes** | As part of the introduction of Windows Autopatch, you should consider how the service integrates with your existing operational processes.
| | **2C: Educate end users and key stakeholders**| Educate your end users by creating guides for the Windows Autopatch end user experience.
Include your IT support and help desk in the early stages of the Windows Autopatch deployment and planning process. Early involvement allows your support staff to:

Your support staff can experience a walkthrough of the Windows Autopatch admin experience through the [Windows Autopatch demo site](https://aka.ms/autopatchdemo). | | **2D: Pilot planning** | Identify target pilot group(s) of up to 500 devices. It's recommended to include a cross-section of your organizational make-up to ensure your pilot results are representative of your organizational environment. | @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ Plan to pilot the service with around 500 devices to provide sufficient pilot co | ----- | ----- | | **3A: Register devices** | Register pilot device group(s) | | **3B: Monitor update process success** |