Nowadays we are familiar with Windows 10 since all of us are using computers and smartphones in our day to day life. Windows 10 is the latest version of the Windows available. And while using we often encounter with the issue of Windows 10 Update got Stuck.
Most of the Windows 10 updates are sent automatically. Sometimes installation gets stuck when the patch or service pack is installed during the shutdown or startup time. Therefore, it’s a common issue and it’s high time to fix the problem.
Reasons Why The Windows Update Got Stuck
You will find the Windows 10 Update got stuck for a number of reasons. Some of them are discussed below.
- Preparing for Windows Configuration.
- Windows Update is 77% complete.
- Don’t shut down your system while installing updates.
- When the Windows is set to start, don’t power off the PC.
If you are unable to view anything on the screen mostly when you believe that the update is done please check how to fix the problems caused during the Windows update.
There are also reasons for the Windows getting hanged. Most of it is caused by software conflict which cannot be taken into account until the update is complete. It is also caused by a mistake in the Microsoft’s side.
The Windows Update Stuck: Troubleshooting Steps
Windows 10 updates usually take a lot of time. So, first make sure the update is really stuck. Wait for 2-3 hours to finish the installation. But if it is taking more time than that, then take a look at the hard drive activity. You will see no activity or a light is flashing. But chances are very little that the updates can freeze for more than 3 hours. If that is the case, then try out the fixes described below.
Press Ctrl + Alt + Del
When you encounter such a situation, just press Ctrl + Alt + Del command, and then you can automatically visit the Windows Login Screen. If it happens normally, log in and ensure the installation of the updates to resolve the issue.
Restart Your PC
You can do so by clicking either the reset button or turn it off and then again start using the power button. Start the Windows and complete the installation process.
Note: If you are using laptop or tablets, then it is advisable to remove the battery.
Starting The Windows In Safe Mode
Load the minimal number of drivers and services that Windows requires. Because if another program crashes with the Windows Updates, the installation process will be interrupted. Install the updates successfully and if you are in safe mode, restart the PC.
System Restoration
Follow the complete restoration process to revert the changes done by the incomplete installation of Updates.
If there is a restore point then use it. In case the restoration of the system is successful, then the computer should get back to its previous state before the starting of updates. If this problem happens after an automatic update, like the case of the Patch Tuesday (release of security patches for software updation), change Windows update settings to avoid the recurrence of this problem.
Advanced Start-Up Option
If the Safe Mode is not accessible or in case of restoration failure, go ahead with system restoration from the Advanced Startup options.
Automatic Repair Process
Although system repair is a direct method to fix the issue, there is also a comprehensive approach to repair the issue. Go for a startup repair for Windows 10. If that doesn’t work, reset the PC. In this way, you can resolve the Windows 10 Update Got Stuck issue.
Update BIOS
An obsolete version of BIOS although does not post any threat but sometimes it becomes a great matter of concern. If some of the updates Windows trying to install is concerned with the motherboard or other inbuild hardware, a BIOS update can eliminate that issue.
Clean Installation Of Windows
A clean installation is mainly concerned with the removal of the hard drive and the installation of Windows once again from the beginning. If you are able to fix the issues following the previous steps then you don’t need to hang on with this and therefore Windows 10 update will not get stuck.
You might think that reinstalling Windows updates can cause the same problem but it’s actually not the case. Since the lockup issues are basically software conflicts a clean Windows installation is preferable. But along with the available updates can optimize the performance of your computer.
Windows 10 Getting Stuck/Freezes On Restart Screen
- Click on Windows + 10 and then press C on the Command Prompt (Admin).
- Type “net stop wuauserv”. Click on Enter. It stopes the updates automatically going on in the background.
- Write “cd%systemroot%” and click Enter. It will take you to the installation directory of Windows OS.
- Then, write “ren SoftwareDistribution SD.Old” and click on Enter. With the help of this command, OS can rename the SoftwareDistribution folder to SD.old required for backup. However, if there is an issue in it, you can navigate to this path “c:\Windows\SoftwareDiistribution” and modify the actual name.
- Lastly, write “net start wuauserv” and click on Enter. Use this command to Restart the Update service to permit further updates in your PC.
Use The Update Troubleshooter
- Write troubleshoot in Start Menu and select Troubleshoot.
- Select Windows Update and Run the troubleshooter.
- Click on Troubleshooting and Run it as Administrator.
- Select “Apply this Fix”.
- Turn off the troubleshooter.
Conclusion
This article covers almost all the major areas pertaining to the Windows 10 Update Stuck issues. However, if you find any more steps let us know by dropping a comment.
