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During the process of deploying Windows 11 in-place upgrades using SCCM, task sequence failures can occur. This post outlines common failure points and solutions to help you manage these issues effectively.
Checking smsts.log for upgrade failure error codes
When an upgrade fails, the first step is to review the smsts.log file on the affected device. This log contains valuable information about the error codes associated with the failure.
Resolving driver compatibility failures during in-place upgrade
Driver conflicts can cause task sequence failures. To resolve these issues, it’s essential to ensure that all drivers on the target device are compatible with Windows 11 before initiating the upgrade.
Pre-caching Windows 11 upgrade package to speed deployments
Pre-caching the Windows 11 upgrade package can significantly improve deployment times for large scale rollouts. Use pre-cache task sequences for optimal results.
Handling rollback scenarios when upgrades fail
It’s crucial to configure rollback steps in your task sequence to restore the original operating system if an upgrade fails.
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Written by Mohammed Akhter
Founder of ITP Training. 50,000+ students trained across 30+ countries in Microsoft endpoint and cloud security. Learn more →