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Windows Install Got Stuck and Freezes? How to fix it on Windows 8.1, 10
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Important update–Microsoft has finally started rolling the officialWindows 10 April Updateto users that have already installedWindows 8, 10. So, you need to check the Windows Update server to see if the update has become available in your region. This is the final version of theOS, so it shouldn’t have any issues or bugs. The pieces of advice in case yourWindows install gets stuckor freezes are still valid, though.
Many Windows users have become “faithful” to this website and landed here when they were searching for a solution to theirWindows 10,Windows 8install being stuck. Now, I’m 100% sure that the same thing is happening with those who are trying to install the preview ofWindows 10,Windows 8.1, WHICH, I stress over this once more time, is not the final, nor the stable form.
If you have had the same issue with your previousWindows 8,Windows 10installation, then you probably remember how to solve most issues, as there are some basic steps that need to be taken. If not, do read this article once more and if this doesn’t solve your issues, we’ll try and help you further with the indications below. As always, feel free to leave comments and we’ll try to solve together yourWindows 8.1,Windows 10installation issues.
How to install Windows 8.1, Windows 10 without it being stuck and frozen
For most of the users, the Windows 8.1,Windows 10install usuallygets stuckand freezes in the following moments:
Again, there are some basic things you need to do, that we have talked about before, but to refresh your memory, here they are:
— RELATED:Full Fix: Windows 10 Installation Errors 0xC1900101, 0x20017
Also, don’t forget to check if your computer meets the system requirements necessary forinstalling the latest Windows version:
Many users also report that their Windows 8.1,Windows 10install stops at the boot screen. Also, some have reported that they can’t even press F2 or F12, the power button being the single remaining option. Another common symptom might be that your hard disk will start blinking on a very slow pace. Some of the forum moderators have suggested the following workaround:
If you are trying to install Windows 8.1,Windows 10Preview via Windows Store, and the installation stops responding (either at “Pending”, or at 44%), please reattempt the installation after trying each of these troubleshooting steps:
- At the Start screen, typewsresetand click the Search result. (It should have a Windows Store icon.)2. Open a Command Prompt (Run as administrator), and typeipconfig /releaseand hit Enter. Then typeipconfig /renewand hit Enter.3. Try a different network if you have another network available.4. Try running the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter.
Many folks have also reported having issues with installingWindows 8.1,Windows 10on their Surface tablets, so this might mean it is a Windows Store related issue. What’s even worse, some users have experienced real issues with their Windows Store after performing the above steps, like theWindows Store not openingorcrashing.
If you your Windows installprocesscontinues to freeze, here are a few additional troubleshooting guides:
More about the topics:windows 10 fix,windows 8.1
Radu Tyrsina
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).
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Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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