Fix: Windows 10 build 15019 install and audio issues

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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The latest Windows 10 build kicks off a new era in PC gaming.Windows 10 build 15019brings a bevy of new game features, including the awaitedGame Mode, a built-in Beam streaming, a new Games section in Settings, Windows Game bar improved full-screen support, and more.

Unfortunately, build 15019 fails to fix someannoying bugs from previous builds. The download progress indicator is still broken in build 15019. It may look like you’re getting stuck at 0% or at other percentages, although the install process advances in the background. If you’re experiencing this bug, simply ignore the indicator and be patient. After a few minutes, or hours in the worst case scenario, build 15019 should download fine and the installation should kick off.

Also, after updating to build 15019, nonstop exceptions in the Spectrum.exe service may occur, causing audio issues,high CPU usageand Edge crashes.

Here’s how Microsoft describes this bug:

As part of this build there is a known issue that will affect some users and we wanted to describe the issue and the simple workaround should you hit this bugafter installing the new build. Details are below:

Issue:Some users may hit a bug that has several possible symptoms. Each of these issues are caused by this same bug:– No audio– Continuous high CPU/disk usage– Edge crashes when opening Settings inside the app

How to fix audio issues, high CPU usage and Edge crashes in Windows 10 build 15019

To bypass this bug, follow the troubleshooting steps listed below:

Solution 1

Solution 2

Should you encounter a message saying “Files are in use” while trying to delete the folder, simply reboot your PC and try again.

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Fix: Windows 10 build 15019 install and audio issues

How to fix audio issues, high CPU usage and Edge crashes in Windows 10 build 15019