The following list outlines error codes and potential causes associated with Windows Update. Click on the error code to view the detailed troubleshooting steps to resolve.

See some of the most common upgrade and installation errors for Windows 10 and Windows 11, and what you can do to try to fix them.

Feb 4, 2025 · Learn how to install Windows 11, including the recommended option of using the Windows Update page in Settings.

You can upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 if your device meets hardware specifications, and if the Windows 11 release has been made available to your device.

Select Start > Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates and then install any available updates. If the problems aren't all resolved, try running the troubleshooter again to check for additional errors, or …

If your PC is experiencing problems, especially issues related to Windows Update, you can use the Fix problems using Windows Update recovery option to reinstall the current version of Windows.

Check which Surface devices are eligible for the latest Windows 11 update and find out when it's ready to install on your device.

Find answers to top questions about upgrading to Windows 11, from the minimum hardware requirements to where to find the upgrade.

Oct 14, 2025 · If hardware was changed on a Windows device in order to upgrade to Windows 11 and the system is not recognizing the change in a timely manner, this article explains how to initiate the …

Find out which Surface devices can be upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11 and what you can do if your Surface is not compatible with Windows 11.