Have you upgraded to the next version of Windows 10, number 1809 and are having difficulties with your work? If so, this guide will help you solve them.
Like the previous version, Windows 10 October 2018 Update 1809 is a major update. It brings with it new functionality and enhancements to personal computers, laptops and tablets. However, each such update carries the risk of new problems.
Typically, major Windows 10 updates contain large code changes that can lead to compatibility issues, driver issues, unexpected bugs, and other issues that can affect performance and usability.
In addition to unknown bugs, other problems may appear that are not caused by changes in the system. Sometimes an update cannot be installed due to incompatible software, outdated drivers, unusual hardware configurations.
Below we will consider possible problems and solutions.
Fixing Windows 10 October 2018 Update Issues
When upgrading to a new version of Windows 10, there are two kinds of problems. There may be errors during the installation process that are not in themselves a problem with the new version. And there may be issues related to system design, compatibility, etc.This guide will solve both problems during and after installation.
Fixing errors downloading installation files
If you receive error 0x800F0922, the device is most likely not associated with Microsoft update servers or the System Reserved partition is not large enough. Try the following:Turn off VPN
Then try installing the update again.Increase the System Reserved section
Sometimes third-party applications like antivirus can save their data in this section. In this case, there will not be enough space on it to install the system update. Use third party tools to increase the size of the partition. You need at least 500 MB.
You can also perform a clean install of Windows 10 when the partition is automatically created to the correct size.
Updating with the Media Creation Tool
When you try to download the installation files, you may receive error 0x80246007. It shows that the file could not be downloaded.In such a case, you can use the Media Creation Tool to install a clean version of Windows 10 when the partition is automatically created.
Troubleshooting installation errors
It is recommended to install updates through the update center. However, errors in the work may occur in it. To solve them, you can use the built-in Windows 10 error fixing tool.
To do this, do the following: open the Settings app> Update & Security> Troubleshoot> Windows Update> Run the troubleshooter. Click the Apply this Fix button, if available. Follow the directions on the screen.
After that, restart your computer and try updating again by opening Windows Update.
Fix unexpected installation errors
If you encounter a problem while trying to download the installation files, you may receive an error numbered 0x80190001. In this case, use the cleanup tool in the Settings app to delete temporary files. Do the following:
Open the Settings app> System> Device storage> Storage sense> Free up space now. Select the option "Delete temporary Windows installation files".
Then try installing the update again. If problems persist, use the Media Creation Tool to install.
How to fix USB media problems
If Media Creation Tool won't download updates
In some cases, downloading cumulative updates may freeze. If the Media Creation Tool is unable to download the update, please restart the application. When the installation files are downloaded, disconnect the network cable or wireless connection. When the application times out, it will begin installing version 1809.
After completing the installation and initial system setup, reconnect the network to complete the installation process.
Fixing problems with installation via Media Creation Tool
Usually restarting the Media Creation Tool will fix most of the errors, but if there are problems with dynamic updating, the application will continue to freeze every time it tries to download the installation files.In this case, you should start the process manually:
1. Open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to C: \ $ Windows. ~ BT \ Sources.
3. Double-click the Setupprep.exe file.
After that, the installation process should begin. If it doesn't, you can use the Update Assistant tool.
Bug fixes when creating a bootable USB flash drive
If you are using a bootable USB flash drive created with the Media Creation Tool, the installation process may fail. One or more files on the flash drive may be damaged. It is impossible to fix them, so you should create the installation USB drive again. To do this, do the following:1. Download Media Creation Tool from Microsoft server.
2. Double-click the MediaCreationToolxxxx.exe file.
3. Click the Accept button.
4. Select "Create installation media" (USB flash drive, DVD or ISO) for another computer.
5. Click the Next button.
6. Select language, architecture and revision version.
7. Click the Next button.
8. Select the USB Flash Drive option.
9. Click the Next button.
10. Select "Removable Disk" from the list.
11. Click the Next button.
12. Click the Finish button.
After completing these steps, you will receive a new installation flash drive with no corrupted files. You can install the latest version of Windows 10 from it.
Fixing the problem "The update is incompatible with your device"
Although the process of downloading and installing Windows 10 updates happens automatically, if the device has not been connected to the Internet for a long time or you have disabled Windows Update, when using the installation flash drive, an error may appear stating that the update is not applicable to your computer.
To solve the problem, make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. Go to the update center and check for updates. You can also download and install the update manually.
How to fix Update Assistant problems installing the October Update
Solving the problem "Something went wrong"
If you use Update Assistant to update, you may encounter error 0x8007042B and the message "Something went wrong." After that, the update installation process will be terminated. It is not clear from this message what exactly went wrong. You can try to follow the troubleshooting steps.Try to remove unnecessary programs and antiviruses, disconnect unnecessary peripherals. Then run Update Assistant again.
If the error persists, use a different update option. Try doing a clean install of Windows 10 or using the Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB stick.
Eliminating the problem with downloading the update through the Assistant Update
Although Microsoft created Update Assistant to install updates when Windows Update doesn't work normally, sometimes the tool itself has problems. For example, problems with downloading installation files.Usually, in this case, problems with Internet access are to blame:
Disconnect and reconnect the network cable. Try unplugging and plugging your router back on after a few minutes. Restart Update Assistant.
Restart your computer, run Update Assistant.
Try using Media Creation Tool instead of Update Assistant
How to fix ISO problems
When trying to update, an error 0x8007025D - 0x2000C may appear, which may mean that one or more ISO image files are damaged. To solve this problem, use the Media Creation Tool to create a new image:1. Download Media Creation from the Microsoft website.
2. Double-click the MediaCreationToolxxxx.exe file to launch the utility.
3. Click the Accept button.
4. Select the "Create installation media (USB disk, DVD or ISO) for another PC" option.
5. Select language, architecture and edition.
6. Click the Next button.
7. Select the "ISO file" option.
8. Click the Next button.
After completing these steps, the Media Creation Tool will create a new ISO image that should allow you to update your computer or virtual machine.
If the error persists, you can try imaging on a different computer.
How to fix storage problems
Storage issues during installation
The system requirements say you need to have at least 20 GB of disk space when upgrading to 64-bit Windows 10 and 16 GB when upgrading to 32-bit. If the hard disk does not have enough free space, one of the following errors may appear:0x80070070 - 0x50011
0x80070070 - 0x50012
0x80070070 - 0x60000
0x80070008
0xC190020e
Open the Settings app> System Device storage> Storage sense> Free up space now.
You can select the following files to delete:
Previous Windows installations
Windows Error Reporting Files Generated by the System
Windows Defender Antivirus
Windows update log files
Downloads
Sketches
Previous Windows installations
Temporary files
Basket
Temporary internet files
Delivery Optimization Files
DirectX Texture Builder Cache
Important: Do not select temporary Windows installation files or Windows ESD installation files, as these files are required for the update.
Click on the "Delete Files" button. After following these steps, you should be able to install Windows 1809 without problems.
If you can't free up enough space, plug in a USB flash drive or removable hard drive. You need at least 16 GB of free space for Windows 10 to use it as temporary storage to complete the update.
Fix missing or damaged files during installation
If you come across errors 0x80073712 and 0x80245006, they mean one or more installation files are missing or damaged. To resolve this issue, open Memory Sense and delete temporary files.
Go to Settings> System> Device storage> Storage sense> Free up space now. Highlight "Previous Windows Installations" or "Temporary Files", click the "Delete Files" button.
After that, check for updates in the update center. You can also use the Media Creation Tool after you upgrade your computer to version 1809.
How to fix hardware and software compatibility issues with the October Update
Fixing hardware compatibility issues during installation
It is not necessary to have the most up-to-date components to work with Windows 10, but despite this, you may encounter errors 0xC1900200 - 0x20008 and 0xC1900202 - 0x20008 if your computer does not meet the minimum system requirements.This usually happens when updating only very old computers. The minimum system requirements for Windows 10 are as follows:
Processor: 1 GHz
RAM: 2 GB
Storage: 16 GB disk space for 32-bit and 20 GB for 64-bit
Graphics: Direct X 9 or newer with WDDM 1.0 driver
Monitor: resolution from 800 x 600 pixels
Usually computers already running Windows 10 have no system requirements issues when upgrading. However, budget models have difficulties from time to time. If you see errors 0xC1900200 - 0x20008 or 0xC1900202 - 0x20008, these are usually problems with RAM. In this case, increase the amount of memory.
Fixes application and driver compatibility issues during update installation
When trying to install Windows 10 October Update, there is a chance to see error 0x800F0923. It indicates a compatibility problem with an application or driver.This is usually a graphics driver error, it may be out of date or conflict with an old program or antivirus.
To locate the specific source of the problem, you need to use an update through the Media Creation Tool or Update Assistant. When you follow the onscreen instructions, these tools detect and report hardware incompatibilities.
If a device driver is at fault, go to the manufacturer's website and download the latest driver. If not, you can uninstall the driver, install an update, and then reinstall the driver.
To do this, do the following: on the desktop, right-click on the "This computer" icon, in the context menu, click on the "Properties" command. In the System window, select Device Manager from the menu on the left. Select the device you need, right-click on it, select the "Remove driver" command.
After that, try updating Windows 10.
Driver incompatibility
If you receive error 0x80070490 - 0x20007, one or more device drivers are incompatible. Error 0x80070003 - 0x20007 means that the installation process failed during the driver installation phase.When you see errors 0x80070490 - 0x20007 or 0x80070003 - 0x20007 after rolling back Windows 10 to a previous version, follow the steps above to uninstall the drivers.
Software incompatibilities
When an app is at fault, open the manufacturer's page to download the latest version. You can also uninstall the app temporarily and try to update Windows 10.
Open Settings> Applications, select the required application from the list and click on the "Remove" button. Try installing Windows 10 and then reinstalling the app.
Fixing Driver Compatibility Issues During Installation
When upgrading to any version of Windows 10, an error may occur that starts with code 0xC1900101. This means there is a problem with the driver. The options are as follows:0xC1900101 - 0x20004
0xC1900101 - 0x2000c
0xC1900101 - 0x20017
0xC1900101 - 0x30018
0xC1900101 - 0x3000D
0xC1900101 - 0x4000D
0xC1900101 - 0x40017
There is also an error 0x80090011, which refers to the driver in the process of data transfer.
The solutions can be as follows:
Disconnect unnecessary peripherals
To get rid of the driver error, please disconnect peripherals with all drivers. Then update and reconnect the devices. You can turn off all unnecessary devices such as removable drives, printers, cameras, leave the keyboard and mouse.Update device drivers
If you get errors 0xC1900101 or 0x80090011, you need to make sure to install the latest drivers. Open the "Task Manager", select the desired device and click on the "Update driver" command in the context menu. You can also temporarily remove your device before updating Windows 10.
Alternatively, you can download the driver from the manufacturer's website and install it manually. There may be separate instructions for installing video card drivers.
Free up disk space
Insufficient disk space can also cause error 0xC1900101. You need to free up at least 20 GB of hard disk space. We have already described how to do this above.
Restoring the current version of the system
Windows 10 includes the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Servicing and Management (DISM) command-line tools to repair your current installation and fix potential device driver issues. Try the SFC commands first, then DISM if necessary.Hard disk repair
Windows 10 also contains a CHKDSK command to check and fix hard disk errors. Click on the start menu, type cmd, in the run window type chkdsk / f c: and hit enter. If necessary, enter Y and press enter to schedule the scan.
After completing these steps, restart your computer to start checking hard drives.
Manual update
If all else fails, you can perform a clean install of Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool.Fix application compatibility issues during installation
If you see error 0xC1900208 - 0x4000C, one or more applications are incompatible with the update. The easiest way is to uninstall these apps for a while. Third party antiviruses are usually to blame. How to uninstall applications is described above.
If you uninstall classic desktop applications, you may need to take additional steps. Follow the directions on the screen.
How to fix problems installing the October 2018 Update
Fixes Windows 10 before installing a new version
Typically, after running Windows 10 for a long time without the necessary maintenance, performance starts to drop. Problems accumulate that can manifest themselves during the update installation process.To resolve these issues, use the SFC and DISM command line tools.
Fixes for problems at the beginning of the update process
Error 0xC1900107 may appear when trying to stop updating Windows 10. It means that you recently upgraded and the previous version needs to be removed.
Restart your computer and try installing the update again. If this is not possible, go to the "Memory Sense" section and free up space as described above. Then try installing updates again.
Resolving problems with random reboots during the update installation process
When installing version 1809, you may see error 0x80200056 after unintentional reboot. You need to restart the update process and do not turn off the computer during installation.
Bug fixes without administrator rights
Error 0x80070522 means that you are installing the update using a standard user account. For a successful installation, you need to have administrator rights. If this is not a home computer, you need to contact your system administrator to obtain these rights.Fixing problems with completing the update installation
When installing major or cumulative updates, two errors may occur:Error: Unable to complete the installation of updates. Cancellation of changes. Do not turn off your computer.
Error: Unable to customize Windows updates. Cancellation of changes.
Windows 10 has known errors that occur when updates cannot be installed. We need to find the reason for the error.
The Windows Update page has a section that keeps track of information about each update and their bugs. Open Settings app> Update & Security> Windows Update> View update history. Check the error code. Find a description of this code on the Internet. Possible solutions to the problem can also be described there.
How to fix problems after installing the update
Solving the problem with activation of the October 2018 Update
If the device is not reactivated, you may receive error 0x803F7001 and the message "Windows is not activated" on the activation page in the "Settings" application.
You can use the Activation Troubleshooter tool. You can also wait a couple of days for Windows 10 to reactivate on its own.
Solving network problems
Sometimes, after successfully updating to the latest version of Windows 10, the device may lose internet access or the speed may be slow. The reasons can be varied, including software errors in the update, changing or resetting network settings during the installation of an update, or problems with the network adapter.
To troubleshoot, you need to open the Network Troubleshooter. Launch Settings> Network & Internet> Status> Network Troubleshooter. Follow the directions on the screen.
Reset all network adapters
If the above method does not work, you can reset all network adapters. Open Settings> Network & Internet> Status> Reset Network> Reset Now. All network adapters will be reset to default settings.
Solving black screen issues after installing an update
Sometimes after installing the update, graphical problems in the form of a black screen may appear. It could be a Windows 10 update, cumulative update, or a video card driver issue. You can roll back to a previous version of Windows 10 until the issue is resolved.
Go to Settings> Update & Security> Recovery> Revert to a previous version of Windows 10. Click the Get Started button. Select the reason for returning, click "Next", refuse to check for updates, click the "Next" button twice, then click the "Return to the previous build" button.
How to fix problems with the dark explorer interface
One of the most notable innovations in the October version of Windows 10 is the introduction of a dark version of File Explorer. However, there are already reports of problems with this version of Explorer. These issues may cause the toolbar, background, and some other elements to appear white.You need to wait until the cumulative update is released, and until then there are a number of steps you can take.
Turn on and off
Go to Settings> Personalization> Colors> Default App Mode> Light. Then select Dark again.
Changing the graphic theme
Open Settings> Personalization> Themes> Windows.
Using a new account
If the problem persists, you can create a new account. If there is no fault with the conductor color in it, you can go to work in this account.Fixing the problem with the brightness of the screen
After installing the October update, some users reported problems with brightness settings. For some, the brightness dropped to 50%, in others, the ability to adjust the brightness was completely lost. This could be due to the video card drivers. Install the latest drivers. You can download them from the manufacturer's website or update them through the "Task Manager".
If you already have the latest driver, you can remove the device in the Task Manager and reinstall the driver.
Microsoft has removed the brightness button from the Battery section because it is in Action Center.
How to fix Intel Audio driver problems
If you are trying to update using the Media Creation Tool and Update Assistant, you may receive an error that says “Your Attention Needed”. Microsoft claims Intel Display Audio device drivers have compatibility issues with this update. This can increase the consumption of system resources and energy, which can reduce the operating time of laptops and tablets.If you see this message, it is recommended that you click the Back button and cancel the update installation. Also, Microsoft itself blocks the appearance of the update on such devices.
How to fix the problem with applications not having Internet access
Some users write that after updating the application from the Microsoft Store, they lost access to the Internet.Enable TCP / IPv6
In addition to TCP / IPv4, Microsoft Store apps and Edge browser require TCP / IPv6 to be enabled. If you have applications that cannot access the Internet, make sure this protocol is enabled.
Open Control Panel> Network and Sharing Center. In the left pane, click Change adapter settings. Right-click on the required adapter and select Properties. Check the box next to "IP version 6 (TCP / IPv6)". Click OK.
Change network profile
If that doesn't work, you can change the network profile from private to public.
Open the Settings app> Network & Internet> Status> Change connection properties. Select "Public".
Reset network settings
Open Settings> Network & Internet> Status> Change> Reset network> Reset now.
How to solve problems with Task Manager
If Task Manager stops displaying CPU percentage correctly, you are not alone in this problem. There is no solution yet. Microsoft should release a software update.How to successfully upgrade to Windows 10 October 2018 Update
The process of installing updates on Windows 10 has improved over time, but a large number of possible hardware configurations lead to errors. However, simple steps can be taken to reduce the likelihood of such errors.Making backups
While the chances of mistakes are small, things can still go wrong. For these situations, Windows 10 has a rollback process, but it might not work. For this reason, it is always recommended to back up the system and user files.
A backup will help you roll back to a previous version of Windows if you don't have access to the rollback functionality in the Settings app.
If the installation fails, you will not be able to boot your computer. If you have problems after installation, you can use a complete copy of the system to restore your computer.
Remove unimportant applications
Application incompatibility is one of the main reasons for not being able to upgrade. If you don't know which particular application is to blame, start with classic desktop programs and antiviruses. Apps are removed under Settings> Apps> Apps & features. Select the required programs and click on the "Remove" button.
In addition to incompatible applications, remove third-party antiviruses and other security software. Naturally, it is not recommended to work for a long time without such protection. You can also disable Windows Defender Antivirus.
To do this, open Settings> Updates & Security> Windows Security> Open Windows Security> Virus & Threat Protection> Virus & Threat Protection Options> Manage Settings. Uncheck the "Real-time protection" switch. After installing the Windows 10 update, the antivirus will turn on automatically.
If you uninstall the third-party antivirus, put it back in after installing the update.
Disable Firewall
Sometimes built-in or third-party firewalls can cause problems during the upgrade process. If you are using Windows Firewall or other firewall software, disable them before trying to install Windows 10 updates.
To disable the built-in firewall, in the same Windows Security window, go to the Firewall and Network Security section and click on the section marked as Active. Turn off the Windows Defender Firewall switch.
Cancel blocking updates
There is a chance that you have made changes to the settings that may prevent the update from downloading automatically. In particular, in the advanced settings of the update center, there may be a ban on the installation of major updates. Open Settings> Update & Security> Windows Update> Advanced Options. In the "Choose when to install updates" section, the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted) option should be selected and 0 days. The Pause Updates switch must be disabled.
Disabling metered connections
If your connection is marked as metered, the Windows 10 update may not download automatically. You need to disable this limitation.If you have limited traffic, you need up to 5 GB to download updates. To disable metered connection, open Settings> Network & Internet> Status> Change connection properties. Disable the switch in the Metered Connection section.
Disconnecting unimportant peripherals
To avoid driver compatibility issues, disconnect any unnecessary peripherals from your computer. It is enough to leave the monitor, mouse and keyboard. After installing the update, everything can be connected back.
Clean install
If installing updates does not work, you can perform a clean install. This will erase all data on the primary hard disk partition. Before installing, transfer the files you need to another partition or disk. Using the Media Creation Tool, you can create an installation flash drive or disk.Conclusion
A major Windows 10 update released every six months is available for installation by all interested users. It is recommended to wait for the automatic installation, which will mean that your computer is compatible with the new version. You can also take your time and wait a few weeks to make sure there are no issues with this update.Updates won't install on Windows 10: what are the possible reasons and ways out of the situation? Version 10 of the operating system from Microsoft is designed in such a way that, ideally, updates simply cannot be installed. The only possible way out, if the question is a deliberate refusal of updates, may be to postpone their download and installation for a certain period. These updates do not include security updates and are only available in Windows Pro and Enterprise editions. Full access to the management of system updates, in particular, with regard to the complete refusal to install even security updates, in Windows 10 is possible only with the help of third-party special programs. Working with one of those - Windows Update MiniTool - was recently considered, in. Below we will consider the opposite situation - how, on the contrary, to fix the problems that prevent the installation of updates in the Windows 10 system.
1. Simple recipes from Microsoft
To fix problems with updates, Microsoft recommends the simplest recipe - you need to exit the Update Center, wait 10-15 minutes, and then try again to check for updates.
And in order not to worry about this at all, the software giant insists that the automatic update installation type be set in the Update Center settings.
2. We solve the problem with installing updates using the "Troubleshoot computer problems"
Launch the Computer Troubleshooter in Windows 10.
Right-click on the Start menu and select "Control Panel"
"Finding and fixing problems"
"Troubleshoot with Windows Update"
We press "Additionally"
"Run as administrator"
It diagnoses issues related to Windows Update.
After running the diagnostics, the Computer Troubleshooter will suggest a solution, click Apply this hotfix and Windows Update 10 issues will be resolved.
3. Enabling the update service
Official Windows distributions are supplied without fail with the Update Center service enabled. The same cannot be said about pirated assemblies, in particular, Windows 10, in which the update service can be disabled to resolve the issue with the activation of the operating system. Let's check if this service is enabled, and if it is disabled, enable it. We will get to system services using the Run command (hotkeys Win + R). Introduce:
services.msc
After clicking "Ok", the system services section will open. Double-click to open the Windows Update service.
We start the service.
4. Microsoft Update Troubleshooter
For each version of Windows, Microsoft puts an additional troubleshooter on the site - a special utility that, like a regular tool, is designed to fix problems with updates in automatic mode. Download this utility.
Updates to the operating system are necessary to keep it in an optimal state for comfortable operation. In Windows 10, the update process itself requires little or no user input. All important changes in the system, which relate to safety or usability, take place without the direct participation of the user. But the chances of problems occurring in any process, and updating Windows is no exception. In this case, human intervention will be necessary.
Problems updating the Windows 10 operating system
All kinds of problems can occur when installing updates. Some of them will be expressed in the fact that the system will immediately need to be updated again. In other situations, the error will interrupt the current update process or prevent it from starting. In addition, an interrupted update may even lead to undesirable consequences and require a system rollback. If your update does not finish, do the following:
And now that your system is safe, it is worth finding out what was the cause of the problem and trying to fix the situation.
Update not available due to antivirus or firewall
Any installed antivirus with incorrect settings can block the Windows update process. The easiest way to check is to simply disable this antivirus for the duration of the check. The actual shutdown process depends on your antivirus program, but usually it is not difficult.
Almost any antivirus can be disabled via the tray menu
Turning off the firewall is a completely different matter. Disabling it forever, of course, is not worth it, but it may be necessary to suspend its work for the correct installation of the update. To do this, do the following:
- Press Win + X to open the Quick Access Toolbar. There, find and open the "Control Panel" item.
Select "Control Panel" from the shortcut menu
- Among the other items in Control Panel is Windows Firewall. Click on it to open its settings.
Open Windows Firewall in Control Panel
- On the left side of the window there will be various settings for this service, including the option to disable it. Select it.
Select "Turn Windows Firewall on or off" in its settings
- In each of the sections, set "Disable Firewall" and confirm the changes.
For each type of network, set the switch to "Disable Firewall"
After disconnecting, try again to update Windows 10. If it is successful, then the reason really was in limiting access to the network for the updater.
Failure to install an update due to lack of space
The update files must be downloaded to your computer before installation. Therefore, you should never fill up hard disk space to the eyeballs. If the update was not downloaded due to lack of space, you need to free up space on your drive:
- First of all, open the Start Menu. There is a gear icon that you need to click on.
From the start menu select the gear symbol
- Then go to the "System" section.
In Windows settings, open the "System" section
- There, open the "Storage" tab. In the "Storage" you can track how much space on which disk partition you have free. Select the partition on which you have Windows installed, because this is where the updates will be installed.
Go to the "Storage" tab in the system section
- You will receive detailed information about what exactly is occupied by the space on the hard disk. Study this information and scroll down the page.
You can find out what your hard disk is doing through the "Storage"
- Temporary files can take up a lot of space and can be deleted directly from this menu. Select this section and click "Delete temporary files".
Find the "Temporary files" section and delete them from the "Storage"
- Chances are, most of your space is occupied by programs or games. To remove them, select the Programs and Features section in the Windows 10 Control Panel.
Select the "Programs and Features" section through the control panel
- Here you can select all the programs you do not need and uninstall them, thereby freeing up space for the update.
Using the "Uninstall or Change Programs" utility, you can remove unnecessary applications
Even a major Windows 10 update shouldn't require too much free space. Nevertheless, for the correct operation of all system programs, it is advisable to leave at least twenty gigabytes of free space on a hard or solid-state drive.
Video: instructions for cleaning up hard disk space
Windows 10 updates won't install
It is good if the cause of the problem is known. But what if the update downloads successfully but fails to install without any errors. Or even the download fails, but the reasons are also unclear. In this case, you should use one of the ways to fix such problems.
Fixing problems with updating through the official utility
Microsoft has developed a special program for one task - fixing any problems with updating Windows. Of course, this method cannot be called completely universal, but the utility can really help you in many cases.
To use it, do the following:
- Reopen the control panel and select the "Troubleshooting" section there.
Open Troubleshoot in Control Panel
- At the very bottom of this section, you will find the item "Troubleshoot with Windows Update". Click on it with the left mouse button.
At the bottom of the Troubleshoot window, select "Troubleshoot with Windows Update"
- The program itself will start. Click on the "Advanced" tab to make some settings.
Click on the "Advanced" button on the first screen of the program
- You should definitely choose to run with administrator rights. Without this, there will most likely be no point in such a check.
Select "Run as administrator"
- And then already press the "Next" button in the previous menu.
- The program will automatically search for certain problems in Windows Update. The user is only required to confirm their correction in case the problem is actually found.
Wait until the program detects certain problems
- As soon as the diagnostics and fixes are completed, you will receive detailed statistics on the corrected errors in a separate window. You can close this window, and after restarting your computer, try to update again.
You can examine the fixed issues in the diagnostic complete window
Manual download of Windows 10 updates
If all your problems are related exclusively to the Windows Update Center, then you can download the update you need yourself. There is an official update catalog specifically for this feature, from where you can download them:
Make sure updates are enabled on your computer
Sometimes a situation may arise that there are no problems. It's just that your computer is not configured to receive updates automatically. Check it:
Windows update version kb3213986 is not installed
The cumulative update package for version kb3213986 was released in January this year. It includes many fixes, for example:
- fixes problems connecting multiple devices to one computer;
- improves the background work of system applications;
- fixes many Internet problems, in particular, problems with the Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Explorer browsers;
- many other fixes to improve system stability and bug fixes.
And unfortunately, errors can occur when installing this service pack as well. First of all, if the installation fails, Microsoft recommends that you delete all temporary update files and download them again. This is done as follows:
Another cause of problems with this update is outdated drivers. For example, an old driver for a motherboard or other hardware. To check this, you should open the Device Manager utility:
- To open it, you can use the Win + R keyboard shortcut and enter the devmgtmt.msc command. After that, confirm the entry and the device manager will open.
Enter the command devmgtmt.msc in the Run window
Select to automatically search for updated drivers in the next window
- If a newer version is found for the driver, it will be installed. Repeat this process for each of the system devices.
After all this, try installing the update again, and if the problem was in the drivers, then you will not face this update error again.
Issues with March Windows updates
March 2017 also saw some update issues. And if you can't install some of the versions now, check to see if they were released in March. For example, an update to version KB4013429 may not want to be installed at all, and some other versions will cause errors in the operation of the browser or video playback programs. In the worst case scenario, these updates can cause serious problems with your computer.
If this happens, then you need to restore the computer. This is not so difficult to do:
Your best bet is to simply not install unstable builds. Now there are many versions of Windows that do not contain critical errors, and the likelihood of problems during their installation is much less.
Video: Fix Various Windows 10 Update Errors
How to avoid problems installing Windows update
If you encounter problems updating frequently, then perhaps you yourself are doing something wrong. Make sure you don't commit to common violations while updating Windows 10:
Usually the cause of the problem is on the user's side. By following these simple tips, you can avoid critical situations with new Windows updates.
Windows 10 operating system has stopped updating
After some errors appear in the update center, the operating system may refuse to update again. That is, even if you fix the root cause of the problem, you will not be able to re-update.
Sometimes the update error appears over and over again, preventing you from installing it
In this case, you need to use the diagnostics and recovery of system files. This can be done as follows:
Video: What to do if Windows 10 updates won't download
Windows 10 updates often contain important security fixes for this system. Therefore, it is important to know how to install them if the automatic method fails. Knowledge of different ways to fix update errors will come in handy to the user sooner or later. And although Microsoft is trying to make new builds of the operating system as stable as possible, the probability of errors remains, respectively, you need to know ways to solve them.
In the summertime, many people leave the cities for places where the Internet is available only with a 4G modem. In this case, saving traffic is very important, and regular installation of Windows updates can cost a pretty penny.
Today I will tell you how to take control of Windows 10 updates and explain how to download everything you need on a home PC for further installation on a "summer cottage".
Today in the program
History of the issue
Basically, if you select the option "download and install notification", the system will write what updates it lacks. On the other hand, this option, although it greatly reduces WU traffic, does not disable it. Therefore, since your goal is to maximize savings, and you decide to update the system with the updates brought, it makes sense to completely disable WU.
I also posted on Telegram a guide on how to configure deferred delivery of Windows updates and assemblies. I am embedding here together with the REG file in ZIP.
What updates come through the Windows Update channel
The easiest way to explain this is with an example. I installed clean Windows 10 (version 1511) from an ISO that I downloaded four months ago, and this is what was suggested for installation.
- Cumulative updates... In Windows 10, unlike previous systems, the bulk of updates (including security fixes) are delivered in cumulative updates. They are released approximately once a month and replace previously released updates, if necessary (in the example, this is KB3154132). It is the cumulative updates that greatly simplify the task of keeping the PC up-to-date with the WU turned off.
- Other OS updates... There are not many of them, and in my case only one is offered - KB3140741, which updates Windows. Without such updates, one can live [in the country house], otherwise they would be included in the first category. However, a stack update may be required to install a new version of Windows 10.
- Windows Defender, MSRT and Flash Player updates... With the first two, everything is clear, but it is not entirely clear what prevents Flash Player updates from being included in cumulative packages. Flash may need to be updated more often than once a month.
There are still driver updates available, but I'm assuming that they are installed on the target PC and that it works stably.
So on Windows 10, the challenge is to download the latest rollup, Flash Player update, and Windows Defender / MSRT signatures. Let's download!
How to download required updates
All Windows updates can be downloaded from the Microsoft catalog. The latest defender signatures are posted on the malware protection website.
Step 1 - Determine the OS version and bitness
We are talking about the target system - the one on which the updates will be installed. Options → System → About.
Step 2 - Download OS, Flash Player and MSRT updates
Go to the Microsoft updates catalog and search for the OS name along with the version and bitness, for example, Windows 10 1709 x64. This will give you updates Windows and Flash Player.
To find the latest version MSRT, search for removal tool and sort by date, displaying the latest results at the top.
Step 3 - Download the Windows Defender Signature Update
In order not to rummage through the directory, go to the Malware Protection Center website and download the file for offline installation (Windows Defender in Windows 10 and Windows 8.1). Direct links.
Updating the "operating system" is an important procedure, so it should be done regularly. Nevertheless, sometimes during the download or during the installation of the update, errors appear that prevent the installation of a new version of the package. They can be with different codes and messages. It is also possible that the download of an upgrade or its search takes too long and does not end in the end. What exactly can be done for each type of error?
Possible causes of problems installing updates on Windows 10
Problems in the operation of "Windows Update" may arise for the following reasons:
Table: the main errors when installing the update in Windows
| Error | Description |
| Failed to update Windows. Cancellation of changes. Do not turn off your computer. | This usually occurs due to the presence of duplicate user profiles on the PC or due to an overflowing update cache. |
| Error that starts with code 0xC1900101 | There are driver problems on the PC. Check Device Manager for errors and fix corrupted files in the Command Prompt console if necessary. If that doesn't work, use other methods. |
| Errors 0xC1900208 - 0x4000C | This error may mean that an incompatible application is installed on your computer that is preventing the update process from completing. Remove any incompatible apps and then try updating again. |
| The update is not applicable on this PC | This error may mean that required updates are not installed on your computer. Install all important updates to your computer. |
| Updates have been installed but not configured. The update was completed but canceled. | In this case, it is recommended to find out the exact error code in the update log, which can be opened via Windows Update. The code will make it clear what action to take next. |
| Error starting with code 0x80070070 | The code says that there is not enough space on the disk. |
| 0xC1900107 | A cleanup operation from a previous installation attempt is still pending and requires a system reboot to proceed with the update. Reboot your device and run the installer again. If restarting the device does not resolve the problem, use Disk Cleanup to remove temporary and system files. |
| 0x80073712 | The file required by Windows Update is damaged or missing. Try to restore your system files. |
| 0xC1900200 - 0x20008 0xC1900202 - 0x20008 | This error could mean that your computer does not meet the minimum requirements to download or install an update to Windows 10. |
| 0x800F0923 | The driver or other software on your computer is not compatible with the upgrade to Windows 10. For instructions on how to resolve this issue, contact Microsoft support. |
| 0x80200056 | The update process was interrupted because you accidentally rebooted your computer or logged out. Try the update again and make sure the computer is connected to an electrical outlet and remains turned on. |
| 0x800F0922 | Your computer was unable to connect to the Windows Update servers. If you are using a VPN to connect to a work network, disconnect from the network and turn off the VPN software (if applicable), and then try updating again. This error can also mean that there is not enough free space on the system-reserved partition. |
| 0x80240016, WindowsUpdate_8024401C, 0x8024401C, 0x80070490 | Important system files have been damaged - use the "Command Prompt" and remove viruses from your PC. |
The main ways to solve problems with installing updates on Windows 10
The operating system contains many tools and modules that can solve the problem of updating it. Determine the error code and proceed from it using our instructions.
The developers of the Top 10 give the following tips for eliminating errors during system updates:
- To start searching for an update, click on the "Check for Updates" button. If the search does not start or an error occurs, close the center, wait 15 minutes, go to it again and start the check.
In the "Options" window, select the section called "Update and Security" - Bring up the "Windows Settings" window on the display: press two buttons Win and I on the keyboard at once. If nothing appears, use the Start menu. Click on the gear above the button to turn off the device.
Click on the gear to open the Windows Settings window - On the panel, go to the "Update and Security" block.
Click on the "Check for Updates" button - Also click on the "Advanced options" link at the bottom under the button. Install the automatic installation for the update.
In the drop-down menu, select the first item "Automatic"
This solution can only help in a number of cases, for example, when the download of updates was interrupted due to some single failure in the system or due to a temporary lack of the Internet.
Solve problems with the Computer troubleshooter
The developers have built a special tool into Windows that allows you to find various problems in the system and fix them right there. How to use this tool, we will tell you in the instructions:
- We will launch the tool through the "Control Panel". You can open it through the "Run" module: hold down Win and R, type the control request in an empty field and click on OK.
In the "Open" line enter the command control - You can also launch the panel through the "Search". We enter the appropriate query and open the classic application in the results.
Enter "Control Panel" in the search bar and open the classic application - On the panel, click on the "Troubleshooting" section.
In the "Control Panel" window, find and run the "Troubleshoot" block - In the left column, click on the second link "View all categories".
Go to the list of all categories for troubleshooting - We are waiting for the system to find available diagnostic packages.
Searching for diagnostic packages will take some time - wait a bit - At the end of the list will be the Windows Update module. Press the right key and select the "Run as administrator" option.
Run Windows Update Troubleshooter as Administrator - In the troubleshooting tool window, click on "Next" to start the search.
Click on "Next" to start searching for problems on your computer - Again, we wait for the tool to finish the problem detection procedure.
Wait for the search for problems on your device to finish - If problems are found, the tool will inform you about this and immediately provide an opportunity to fix them. For example, a module might suggest starting a pending update. Click on "Apply this fix".
Click on "Apply fix" for Windows to fix the problem with the update - The system may also find any additional problems. You will learn about the success of the operations in the report, where there will be a list of errors and marks opposite each - "Fixed", "Not fixed" or "Found". If any problems remain unresolved, run the diagnostic tool again. You can also view more information about the problems.
Click on "Close" to exit the module - If the module does not find any problems in the work of the update center, go to other methods of solution.
The tool may not detect any Windows Update related issues on your PC
Service check
The Windows service, corresponding to the Update Center, may simply be turned off at the moment on the device. For the update to take place, you must activate it and set it to turn on automatically with each system start:
- We call the "Run" window using a simple combination Win + R. In the free field, write services.msc or copy and then paste. To execute, click on OK or Enter.
Paste the short command services.msc into the empty field - In services, we find at the very end of the Windows Update list. We double-click on it so that a second window appears on the display. If the click does not work, right-click - select the last item "Properties".
In the context menu of the service, click on the penultimate item "Properties" - For the startup type in the menu, set the value "Automatic" - the selected service will start its work immediately after Windows is loaded. After that, click on "Run" and apply the changes. We close all windows and try to update again in the center.
Set automatic activation in the "Startup type" menu
Clearing the update cache manually
It is quite easy to remove all data from the update cache - even a beginner can. Follow a little instruction:
- Before getting rid of information about the previous system update, you need to deactivate the service responsible for the "Update Center" in the "Services" window. We open it using the instructions from the previous section.
- In the list of components, we are looking for "Update Center". In the middle part of the window, click on the "Stop" link. We do not close the window with services yet.
Disable Windows Update temporarily using the Stop link - Launch "Windows Explorer" and immediately go to the directories on the system drive. Here we need to open the following folders: Windows - SoftwareDistribution - Download.
On the system drive, open the SoftwareDistribution folder, and in it the Download directory - In the last section, select everything with the mouse, right-click and select delete from the options menu.
Delete the entire contents of the Download folder using the context menu - We return to the "Services" window. Click on the "Run" link to start the update service again. Let's see if the problem with the system update has been resolved. To do this, follow the steps from the "Recommendations from Microsoft" section.
Click on "Start" to activate the center service again
Video: what to do if Windows 10 updates won't download
Scanning your computer for viruses
Even the presence of an antivirus on a PC cannot guarantee absolute safety - a virus can also penetrate through protection. In addition, antivirus software may not be updated, which means it may be vulnerable. Let's consider how to identify and neutralize a threat on a PC, using the example of the standard Windows Defender antivirus, which is built into the Windows system:
- Open the Windows tray - the down arrow icon in the lower right corner of the display. Click on the small white shield.
- On the screen, you will immediately see a window with the "Security Center". Click on the first tile "Virus and threat protection".
In the "Security Center" window, click on the first tile "Virus and threat protection" - Click on "Check now". Defender will immediately launch a quick scan. If the program does not detect anything, follow the link at the bottom of the "Start a new advanced scan" button.
To begin with, you can run a quick scan and, if the defender does not find anything, enable advanced scan - Select the first or third item. Please note that a full check will take a long time, but you will be able to work in parallel on a PC. To perform the third option - standalone - you will need to restart the PC. Within 15 minutes, the defender will look for and remove threats. Click after selection on "Scan now".
Select the scan type depending on whether you want to wait a long time for the scan to end - Wait for the end of the check. In the results, you will see a list of actions that can be performed on the detected threat. Select deletion for all found viruses, if present.
Wait for the advanced scan to complete and remove viruses if the defender finds them
Also, a small utility Dr.Web CureIt! Can help you, which is capable of working with other antiviruses on the device without any conflicts and has a simple and convenient interface that is understandable for a beginner. It is better to download it from the official site. It is free for home use.
Fixing damaged system files
After checking the antivirus, it is necessary to "cure" the system files - to restore them. Of course, they could be damaged and not due to viruses - in any case, checking for damage and eliminating them will not hurt. Do the following:
- Open the "Search" panel through the "Taskbar" (magnifying glass icon). Enter cmd in the blank field.
Write simple cmd code in the search bar of the panel - Right-click on the classic Command Prompt application - in the small menu, click on the option to launch the console with administrator rights.
Click on the option "Run as administrator" - Allow the module to make changes in the "operating system" by clicking on "Yes".
- Now type or paste the DISM.exe / Online / Cleanup-image / Restorehealth command. After that, immediately press Enter to execute it. The console will start the process of searching and disinfecting damaged system files. Wait until it ends - the module will provide you with a progress report. After that, restart your PC and try updating.
Paste the copied DISM.exe / Online / Cleanup-image / Restorehealth command with Ctrl + V
Video: how to check the integrity of system files and "cure" damaged ones
Cleaning the system disk from "garbage"
You can remove temporary files and clear various types of system caches, for example, the DNS cache, using the built-in Disk Cleanup tool or third-party utilities. Let's describe the procedure using the example of the well-known free CCleaner application from the developer Piriform:
- We launch the official page of the application using any browser. On it, click on the first green button "Download the free version".
Click on the first button "Download free version" if you do not want to buy the Pro version - After the file has been fully downloaded, launch it and install the software, following the simple instructions of the installer.
- Now we open the utility - we get directly to the necessary section "Cleaning". All the necessary checkboxes are already set in the columns on the left side of the window. You don't need to change anything in the Windows tab, but in the "Applications" block you can already optionally set marks for the browsers you most often use. If you do not clear their cache, they will collect a lot of unnecessary information on the system disk and work very slowly. Click on "Analysis".
Select the necessary sections for cleaning and click on "Analyze" - The system will estimate the number of megabytes or even gigabytes that it is recommended to delete, and will also inform you about the types of data that can be painlessly removed. Click on "Cleaning".
When the analysis is over, look at the amount of data that will be free on the disk, and click on "Cleanup" - We confirm our desire to get rid of unnecessary information and free up the disk. We are waiting for the completion of the procedure, close the utility, restart the device and try to update the system in the center.
Click on "Continue" to confirm your intention to delete unnecessary system files
Video: Smart System Cleanup of Junk Files with CCleaner
Temporarily disabling antivirus and Windows Defender Firewall
Deactivating your antivirus and Windows Defender Firewall can help you install necessary updates that are being blocked by security software by mistake. First, let's take a look at disabling the antivirus using the Avast utility as an example:
You can temporarily deactivate Windows Defender in its settings:
- Open the defender panel through the Windows tray (image of a white shield). In the window, immediately move your gaze to the lower left corner - click on the "Options" link.
Click on the "Options" link at the bottom of the window on the left - In the section about notifications, click on "Virus and threat protection settings."
Click on "Virus and threat protection settings" - Use the toggle switch to deactivate the Real-Time Protection option.
Click on the first switch to deactivate the standard antivirus protection - Click "Yes" to allow the defender to change anything on your device.
Click on "Yes" so that "Security Center" can make changes to the system - You will see a cross in a red circle appear in the window. Retry the update in the center. The protection will turn on itself after a while - you do not need to go into the defender again.
When you turn off your antivirus, try updating the system again in the center
Now let's look at how to disable the Firewall in order to bypass the blocking of downloading system updates:
- Call the "Control Panel" through the "Run" window and the control command, or using the "Windows Search" window. Find the link "Windows Defender Firewall" and click on it.
Select among all sections "Windows Defender Firewall" - In the left column with links, click on the fourth - "Enable and disable ...".
Click on the "Turn Firewall on or off" link to go to the next page - Check the boxes next to the "Disable" values for two network types at once. At the bottom of the page, click on OK to save the changes to the parameters.
Check the boxes "Disable" for two types of network - Red shields with crosses inside will appear on the screen. Try updating again. After that, be sure to manually enable Windows Defender Firewall protection.
Make sure Windows Firewall is disabled and try updating your system
Video: How to turn off Windows Firewall in several ways
Clean restart Windows
Booting the "operating system" in pure mode means disabling all third-party services along with the launch of Windows, that is, the processes of utilities that the user has independently installed on the device earlier. Thus, all extraneous components that could interfere with the installation of the update will be deactivated:
- In the "Search" panel, type the msconfig command into the line and run the offered classic utility with one click. The same code can be entered in the Run window (Win and R).
Enter msconfig in the "Search" or in the "Run" window - In the configuration window, switch directly to the third section "Services". Below the list, click on "Do not show Microsoft services."
- After that click on the "Disable all" button. Apply the changes and go to the next tab called "Startup".
Deactivate all extraneous services with a dedicated button - To open an additional window, click on the blue link "Open Task Manager".
In the Startup tab, click on the link to launch the Task Manager on the screen - In the manager, in turn, deactivate all program services in the list using the "Disable" button in the lower right corner or through the corresponding item in the context menu.
In the "Task Manager" turn off all the services in the list one by one - Return to the "System Configuration" window and in the "Startup" section click on "Apply" and on OK. Restart your device and try updating in the center again. If it does not work, in clean boot mode, run the troubleshooter again using the instructions from the section of the same name in this article.
- On a clean startup, the PC will lose some functionality. After a successful update, put everything back in its place in the System Configuration window - enable all third-party services in the list using a special button.
Checking Device Manager for Errors
If your PC has corrupted drivers, they can be an obstacle to installing updates. You need to check the serviceability in the "Device Manager":
- Go to its window in the top ten is quite simple: right-click on the "Start" button in the lower left corner of the display and select the dispatcher from the list that appears.
In the context menu of the "Start" button, find the item "Device Manager" - If the context menu does not appear for some reason, hold down R and Win and paste the devmgmt.msc code on an empty line. After that click on OK or Enter to execute it.
In the "Open" line enter the request devmgmt.msc and click on OK - Take a close look at the list of connected devices and their drivers. Modules marked with an exclamation mark in a yellow triangle or a question mark are problematic.
See if there is an exclamation mark next to any device on the list - To fix the problem with the driver, update it using a special item in the context menu.
Click on "Update driver" in the context menu - In the new window, click on "Automatic search".
Click on the first link to start an automatic search for updates for the problematic driver - Wait while the system searches for an available upgrade on official resources. If present, it will be successfully downloaded and installed without any user action.
Wait until the end of the search for an update for the driver with which you have problems - If there is no update, you will see a corresponding message in the window. In this case, click on "Close". Call the driver context menu again, but this time click on "Remove device". After a couple of seconds, it will disappear from the list. Try installing the update without this device.
A message may appear in the window stating that you currently have the current driver installed - After that, be sure to return it in place. In the manager on the top panel there is an "Action" section. Open its panel with one click and select "Update Configuration".
In the "Action" menu, select the first item "Update hardware configuration" - If this method did not work, install the driver by downloading it from the official website of the manufacturer of a specific hardware part or the PC itself. It also makes sense to contact the company's technical support to see if your device is compatible with an update that the center cannot install.
Removing Duplicate Profiles
You can remove an extra account using the "Registry Editor". However, any changes to it must be done with the utmost care:
- Hold down the Win and R key combination on the keyboard - write the regedit code in the empty field. To execute it, press Enter or OK in the Run window itself.
In the "Open" line enter the regedit command and click on OK - Click on "Yes" to allow the editor to make changes to the system. Double click to expand the third branch called HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE.
In the ProfileList folder find directories with long names - See if the last folder contains long-named directories. Open them up and notice the ProfileImagePath entry. If these files have the same path in the folders, delete one of them. Usually the name of the duplicate has the word bak at the very end.
If you find a duplicate entry, delete it using the context menu
System rollback
You can return the system to the state it was before the errors with updates occurred using a restore point, a system backup (which is stored in an image file), and also through a reset to the initial settings. Consider a point recovery. Before applying any important changes to the system, for example, installing updates, the "operating system" automatically creates a restore point, so in most cases there are several points on the disk. Let's start following the instructions:
- On the "Desktop" find the standard "Windows" icon "This computer", which is usually used to open "Explorer". Right-click on this icon and select the last item "Properties".
Select "Properties" from the context menu of the "This PC" icon - Now click on the "System Protection" link on the left pane of the window.
- You will immediately be taken to the desired tab. Click on the "Restore" button to launch the rollback tool.
Click on "Restore" to open the module to restore the previous system state - On the initial screen of this tool, you either select the last created point (recommended value), or open a list with all available states. Then click on "Next".
You can choose a restore point yourself from the list or immediately roll back to a previous state - If you want to select a point yourself, click on the desired point to select it. You can find out which programs and drivers will be affected when restoring to a specific state using the button at the bottom of the list. Once highlighted, click on "Next".
Select a point with the left mouse button and click on "Next" - In the next window, you can see the date and time when the restore point was created and its description. Click on "Finish" - the system will start restoring to the previous state. The rollback process restarts the computer. When the procedure is completed, start the system update manually in the "Update Center".
Click on "Finish" for the module to start restoring the system to the previous state
Video: how to rollback in Windows
Installing the update using the Windows Update Minitool utility
Windows Update Minitool is an alternative method to update the Windows system. The utility allows you to choose which updates to install and which not. Also, the user gets the opportunity to completely abandon them or delete the problematic update right in the program interface. Application developer - a user under the alias stupid user. He posted the installer of the program on the forum page, from which you need to download it. How to use the tool, we will consider in the instructions:
- Click on the Download (Google Drive) link. On the next page, click on the "Download" button. Run the downloaded archive through the "Downloads" panel.
- Run one of two files depending on the bitness of your system.
- Click on "Yes" to allow Minitool to make changes to your device.
Click on "Yes" to allow Windows Update Minitool to change anything on the system - Click on the round two-arrow icon titled Check for Updates. The utility will start searching.
Click directly on the update icon in the Windows Update Minitool window to start the search - After a while, a list of Windows components available for updating will appear. Select the entire update with checkmarks and click on the "Install" icon - the program will immediately download and install.
Click on the third icon to install the updates found - Wait for the update to complete and restart your device.
- If necessary, configure the automatic update in the lower left corner of the window in the drop-down menu. You have the right to set the value "On schedule". In this case, set the frequency with which the program will check and install updates.
In the drop-down menu in the lower left corner of the window, select "Automatic"
Download offline updates for Windows 10 using the official method
Microsoft has a catalog of all updates, from which each user of the "operating system" has the right to independently download one or another update:
- First, you need to determine which "operating system" assembly is on your PC. To do this, hold down Win and R on your keyboard, and then enter the command winver in the "Open" field. Click OK.
- Look at the version in the gray window and remember its number.
Find an update for your version of the package in the official Windows updates catalog - Find the update file you want. Pay attention to the bit depth - it must match yours. Click on the "Download" button in the required line.
Use the appropriate button to download the required update for your system, which does not want to be installed in the center - Click on the link that appears in the new window.
Click on the link in the new window to start downloading - Open the downloaded archive and run the update installer to update the system manually. Wait for the installation to complete. Then reboot the device for the changes to take effect.
Click on "Restart now" to make all changes after the update take effect on the PC
If you encounter problems with updating the top ten, first of all, you need to pay attention to the error code - this is the key to troubleshooting the problem. The user is able to fix the situation with an incomplete update in many ways: from manually starting the search for updates and clearing the update cache to fixing damaged system files in the "Command line" and rolling back the system using a restore point.
