Have you experienced that "CONFIGURING WINDOWS UPDATE"
appears on your computer screen?
You're not alone.
This usually happens when your startup is too slow or your system is trying to automatically install pending Windows updates. After updates are configured, you might also see a long-running cleaning process, sometimes taking up to an hour or more to complete.
But here’s the thing: If an update fails or freezes, it can lead to major issues with your system performance.
How to Access Windows Update Settings
- Click on the Start Menu
- Go to Settings → Update & Security
- Select Windows Update
- Or in the search bar you see in the taskbar, type in "Windows Update"
What Should You Do?
- Wait it out.
- Keep your device connected to power when updating.
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection.
- Back up important files before major updates. I use Google Drive for my files, and do this weekly
- Yes, really. As frustrating as it is, interrupting the update or turning off your PC mid-process can corrupt important system files.
- Know the limits. If you’ve been stuck for over 5 to 8 hours (as reported by users in Microsoft forums), it’s time to act.
Lastly, contact support or check hardware.
Reach out to Microsoft Support or visit a technician to ensure it’s not a hardware failure or disk-related issue.
To avoid this in the future:
- Don’t skip Windows updates for too long.
- Run Disk Cleanup manually before major updates: Free up drive space in Windows
- Keep your startup apps to a minimum to speed up boot time: REDDIT THREAD
Don’t panic if your screen seems frozen. Just stay patient, and when in doubt, seek expert help to avoid making things worse.
Note: This information may not be 100% accurate. You can view and
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