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Windows 11 Update Stuck: How to Quickly Fix it
Find out the causes & solutions for this issue
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Updated onJuly 22, 2024
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Several users have reported that their Windows 11 update is stuck. For some, this happens on theUpdates are underway. So please keep your computer on.
Thedownload could be stuck at 100%, 99%, or even 0%, or maybe a different value. Irrespective of the level it gets stuck, this guide will show you the easy ways to speed up the update process.
Why is my Windows 11 update stuck?
Various factors can cause the Windows 11 update to get stuck at downloading or installing. Below are some of them:
How can I fix Windows 11 update that’s stuck?
Before proceeding to the fixes in this section, try the preliminary troubleshooting steps below:
1. Pause the update and then retry
Sometimes, the Windows 11 update might be stuck because of minor glitches. You can fix this by pausing and resuming the update.
2. Run Windows Update troubleshooter
Microsoft offers several built-in troubleshooters to diagnose and fix system issues automatically. In this case, you should run a Windows Update troubleshooter.
After running the troubleshooter, check if the Windows 11 update stuck problem is fixed.
3. Restart the BITS and Windows Update service
The BITS service downloads files using an idle network bandwidth in the background, and Windows Update depends on it for downloads. So if any of the two services run into a bug, the Windows 11 update might get stuck.
Restarting these services should do here.
4. Rename the Software Distribution folder
To fix the Windows 11 update stuck issue, you might need to restart some processes and rename some folders. However, the steps above should help you do that quickly.
5. Repair system files
The Windows 11 update might sometimes get stuck because some system files needed to complete the process are missing. The SFC scan should you fix this issue quickly.
Another option will be to use adedicated system file solution. This tool will replace any missing file and fix any corrupt one with original copies from your system cache.
6. Remove third-party antivirus
Some third-party antivirus can mess up your PC due to their features. This might be the reason the Windows 11 update gets stuck. You can fix this quickly by removing the app.
Other incompatible apps can also cause this issue. You can remove them by following the steps above.
7. Restart Windows in Safe Mode
In some cases, the Windows 11 update stuck issue might be because of incompatible drivers or faulty apps. Restarting in Safe Mode will start your PC with only the required drivers and services.
8. Install Windows 11 using a bootable USB
You can install Windows 11 using a bootable USB if none of the above methods works. The process is relatively simple, though it may seem intricate to first-timers.
But, the dedicated guide we have linked earlier has a step-by-step process that will help those who are not tech-savvy.
The above fixes should have helped get you past the Windows 11 update stuck issue. All you need to do now is to follow the steps carefully.
If you are getting theWindows 11 update error, check our detailed guide to push it through.
Please tell us which fix worked and your first impression of Windows 11 in the comments below.
More about the topics:Windows 11,Windows Update
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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