Troubleshoot problems updating Windows 10

In Windows 10, you decide when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. This article will help you answer questions and troubleshoot common problems with your Windows 10 update.

If you’re looking for info on how to activate Windows 10 or to verify that your installation of Windows 10 is activated, see Activate Windows 10.

Have issues installing Windows updates? Start here.

Your device may not be able to update to the latest version of Windows 10 for a few reasons. The following tips can help you pinpoint the issue affecting your device.

Before you begin, make sure your device is plugged into a power source and connected to the internet. Then, try the steps listed below to get your PC to update.

Some updates require administrator access. If your account doesn’t have administrator access, see Create a local user or administrator account in Windows 10. Or if someone else at home or in your office has an administrator account on your device, try asking them to install the updates.

Before trying any of the solutions below, make sure you back up your personal files. You can use File History to back up your files to another drive, or insert a USB drive and use File Explorer to drag and copy important files to the USB drive. If you’re signing into Windows with a Microsoft account, your system settings will be automatically restored after updating, once you’re connected to the internet.

You can also back up your files with OneDrive. For more info, go to Back up your Documents, Pictures, and Desktop folders with OneDrive.

Make sure that your device has enough space. Your device requires at least 16 GB of free space to upgrade a 32-bit OS, or 20 GB for a 64-bit OS. If your device has a small hard drive, you may need to insert a USB drive to update it.

If your PC is running low on storage, try the techniques at Free up drive space in Windows 10.

Many updates require you to restart your device. Save your work and close all open applications. Then, select Start > Power , and select either Update and restart or Update and shut down.

Even if you have downloaded some updates, there may be more available. After trying the preceding steps, run Windows Update again by selecting Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates. Download and install any new updates.

Remove any external storage devices and drives, docks, and other hardware plugged into your device that aren’t needed for basic functionality. Then try to run updates again and see if this resolved your issue. If it didn’t, continue to the next tip.

If you’ve added hardware to your device, check for third-party driver updates and installation instructions on the hardware manufacturer’s website. Update any drivers, then try to run updates again and see if this resolved your issue. If it didn’t, continue to the next tip.

In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, then select Device Manager from the list of results.

In the window that appears, look for any device with a yellow exclamation mark next to it. (You may have to select each category to view the list of devices.) Select the device name.

Select Action, and then choose either Update driver or Uninstall to correct the errors.

Common troubleshooting questions

If you are receiving an error message with a specific error code, try running the Windows Update Troubleshooter. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, see Fix Windows Update errors and follow the instructions to help resolve common update issues.

The time required to download and install updates depends on connection speed, network settings, and the size of the update. If the installation remains stuck at the same percentage, try checking for updates again or running the Windows Update Troubleshooter.

To check for updates, select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates.

To get help, in the search box on the task bar, type get help, then select Get Help from the list of results. To leave feedback if you run into further problems, in the search box on the taskbar, type feedback hub, then select Feedback Hub from the list of results.

Windows 10 is the most secure Windows ever, and we recommend you stay updated to protect your PC from security risks and to keep it running smoothly. However, you can temporarily pause updates as well as schedule a restart to install updates at a time that’s convenient for you.
Learn how to temporarily pause updates
Find out how to schedule a restart to install updates at a convenient time

You will only receive a notification when it’s time to restart your computer to apply the installed updates.

If you need to know where you left off in your work after an update, use Timeline to jump back in.

To get started with Timeline, select Task View on the taskbar, or press the Windows logo key +Tab and select the activity you want to resume.

Monthly quality updates on Windows 10 are quite small and have a minimal impact on data usage. Feature updates typically happen twice per year, and you can control when to install them. They require more data but are less frequent.

If you’re on a metered connection, some updates for Windows won’t be installed automatically. Metered connections in Windows 10

Your computer might be slow for a number of reasons, but updating to the latest version of Windows 10 can improve its performance. For help with a slow computer, see Tips to improve PC performance in Windows 10.

If you’re having trouble finding your files after an upgrade, see Find lost files after the upgrade to Windows 10 for other things to try.

Warning: Microsoft only recommends trying the procedures in this section if you’re comfortable working in the command line. These procedures require administrator permissions on your device.

In the search box on the taskbar, type command prompt, then select Run as administrator from the list of options. Select Yes. Next, in the window that appears, type the following commands one at a time, including the spaces as shown. After you type each command, press Enter. Then let each command complete before you type the next command.

net stop wuauserv

ren %systemroot%\softwaredistribution softwaredistribution.bak

ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.bak

net start wuauserv

After all these commands are completed, close the Command Prompt window and restart your computer.

In some instances, third-party antivirus or security software can cause errors when you try to update to the latest version of Windows 10. You can temporarily uninstall this software, update your PC, and then reinstall the software after your device is up to date. We recommend using third-party antivirus or security software that’s compatible with the latest version of Windows 10. You can check compatibility by visiting the software manufacturer’s website.

Note: Before uninstalling software, make sure you know how to reinstall your programs and that you have any necessary product keys.

In the search box on the taskbar, type command prompt, and then select Run as administrator from the list of options. Select Yes. In the window that appears, type the following command, including the space as shown:
chkdsk/f C:
and then press Enter. Repairs will automatically start on your hard drive, and you’ll be asked to restart your device.

A clean restart starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This helps eliminate software conflicts that occur when you install a program or an update that may cause issues updating your PC.
Learn how to do a clean restart

In the search box on the taskbar, type command prompt, then select Run as administrator from the list of options.

In the window that appears, type this command including spaces as shown:
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Press Enter. When the command operation has run successfully, you’ll see a confirmation message from Command Prompt that says, “The restore operation completed successfully” or “The operation completed successfully”.
Note: If you don’t see a confirmation message, retype the command and try again.

Next, type this command, including the space as shown:
sfc /scannow

Press Enter. Wait until the sfc scan verification reaches 100% completion, and then close Command Prompt.

Try running the Windows Update again.

Go to the software download page and select Download tool now to download the clean installation tool. Make sure to carefully read the notes on the software download page before using the tool.

Still stuck?

Contact Microsoft support if you continue to have problems with your Windows updates.

Обновление Windows 10 KB5001330 приносит очередные проблемы, включая BSOD

В некоторых конфигурациях Windows 10 возникают серьезные проблемы из-за недавнего обновления под номером KB5001330. Пользователи сообщают о проблемах с установкой, проблемах с производительностью, временной ошибке профиля пользователя и предупреждении о сбое системы.

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На этой неделе во вторник Microsoft выпустила новые накопительные обновления за апрель 2021 года для поддерживаемых версий ОС. Для версии 20H2/2004 Microsoft выпустила Windows 10 KB5001330, обязательное обновление безопасности, направленное на устранение ряда уязвимостей и проблем, вызванных предыдущим обновлением, включая проблемы с принтерами.

Согласно многочисленным сообщениям на сайтах социальных сетей, растет число пользователей, которые не могут установить последнее обновление Windows на свое оборудование. При попытке это сделать появляются ошибки: 0x800f081f, 0x800f0984.

Об ошибках при загрузке обновления KB5001330 сообщили многие пользователи в Центре отзывов.

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«Я получаю постоянный сбой при установке KP5001330 с кодом ошибки 0x800f0984. Это происходит на Surface Studio 2 и Pro 7. Второй месяц подряд нельзя установить накопительное обновление на моих устройствах. Установка приостанавливается на 20%, затем снова на 73%, потом на 100%, затем происходит сбой», — отметил один из пользователей.

В редких случаях также может повторяться известная ошибка временного профиля пользователя. Последний раз об этой ошибке сообщалось в декабре, она создает новый профиль пользователя при загрузке операционной системы после применения накопительного обновления. В этом случае пользовательские файлы и настройки (например, обои) могут исчезнуть.

«После обновления я больше не могу войти в свой компьютер. В нем говорится, что службе профилей пользователей не удалось войти в систему. Профиль пользователя не может быть загружен», — пожаловался один пользователь.

«После обновления Windows предлагает войти в гостевой профиль», — другой пользователь подтвердил проблему.

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К счастью, есть обходной путь для решения указанной проблемы. Необходимо либо откатить обновление, либо вручную переместить пользовательские файлы.

Кроме того, пользователи сообщают о сбоях в играх: графических артефактах и значительном падении частоты кадров, но проблему можно решить, удалив накопительное обновление вручную. Лишь некоторые пользователи сообщают об этих проблемах на форумах, и, похоже, они не так распространены, как другие ошибки.

Также многие сталкиваются с периодическими появлениями BSOD (синего экрана смерти)/

«Это обновление сломало Windows для меня и других. BSOD при обновлении сообщал, что определенного драйвера больше нет или он не поддерживается. Я восстановил Windows и обновился снова, затем BSOD на моем ПК повторился дважды за несколько часов. Я удалил обновление. Это случилось не только со мной, поэтому я бы посоветовал не устанавливать это обновление», — сообщил один из пользователей.

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Если вы загрузили обновление April 2021 Patch Tuesday и столкнулись с какими-либо проблемами, лучший способ решить проблему — это удалить исправление, выполнив следующие действия:

1. Откройте приложение «Настройки»;

2. Нажмите «Обновление и безопасность»;

3. Нажмите «Центр обновления Windows»;

4. Нажмите «Просмотреть историю обновлений»;

5. Нажмите «Удалить обновления», затем выберите KB5001330, чтобы удалить его;

6. Перезагрузите компьютер.

На данный момент компания Microsoft никак не прокоментировала многочисленные жалобы пользователей.

Windows 10 will automatically uninstall updates that cause problems

Microsoft is rolling out a feature that will reverse and automatically remove recently installed updates when Windows detects a startup error. This new trick will be performed to remove problematic updates that may fail due to incompatibility or problems with new software.

You will receive the following message when it happens. : «We have removed some recently installed updates to recover your device from a boot error». This is only done when all other automatic recovery attempts have failed.

» Windows automatically installs updates to keep your device secure and running at peak efficiency. Occasionally, these updates can fail due to incompatibility or issues in new software. Your device has recently recovered from a startup failure if you have received this notification: «We removed some recently installed updates to recover your device from a startup failure.» If Windows detects this, it will try to resolve the failure by uninstalling recently installed updates. This is only done when all other automatic recovery attempts have been unsuccessful.

To ensure that your device can start up and continue running as expected, Windows will also prevent problematic updates from installing automatically for the next 30 days. This will give Microsoft and our partners the opportunity to investigate the failure and fix any issues. After 30 days, Windows will again try to install the updates».

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tsunami231
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There is the is program from Ms wushowhide that is «supposed» to hide updates you installed and dont want popping up again. I find it no longer works, I keep hiding KB4023057 and it it keeps getting found

Astyanax
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#5649544 Posted on: 03/13/2019 07:45 PM what happens when windows can load period how it gona do that?

That is a horrid thought if such thing happen and such bug get released, there whole dev team need to be fired They want to do a new build every 6 months they least they can do Q/A the builds BEFORE the release it band bad stuff happens, when they have to pull a build update a munch times they are doing it wrong.

Build update should really just be once year. obviously the 6 month idea dont work

startup repair doesn’t use the OS installed ahci driver or any other os boot component.

tsunami231
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#5649549 Posted on: 03/13/2019 07:58 PM So you saying IF I cant get in startup repair this «feature» will be able too? what happen when the repair fails?

Cause I had friends and family I asked to fix said computer, went to use Startup repair and it failed, time I went to do restore build and it failed, which all result in me having to do clean installs.

Like said in few months back in windows thread. I have friend of family who’s PC is bricked, it dont boot and cant get into safe or startup repair, and being 600 miles away from them i cant fix it for them and they not knowledge able enough to be able to do windows clean install or under stand what I talking about even IF i tried to walk them threw it, and that all started the moment a Windows CU/Feature got installed it failed to install and after that it didnt boot no more. Last i check they went got new pc cause they didnt want to deal with it.

For people like this such feature would be god send, IF it works and it dont cause bigger problems.

0blivious
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It’s my all time favorite Windows error message. I got it once a few years ago on XP or 7. Silly Windows, my keyboard doesn’t have a key labeled «Any».

mbk1969
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Long time ago I managed to edit the file autoexec.bat in Windows 95 only with mouse and with the help of standard application charmap.exe (Character Map — it is still present in Windows).

PS And nowadays when Windows runs on tablets, who needs keyboard anyway.