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Stuck at Configuring Windows Updates Screen? Try These Fixes

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Performing regular updates onWindows 10is crucial for your security and system stability.

However, sometimes there might be problems with certain updates and many users reported being stuck withConfiguringWindows Updates100% complete don’t turn off your computermessage on their Windows 10 devices.

According to users,ConfiguringWindows Updates100% complete don’t turn off your computeris displayed and they cannot access Windows 10 at all, as if the update process is stuck.

This is a rather big problem since you won’t be able to access Windows 10 at all, but there are few solutions available that can help you fix this problem.

There are many problems that can occur withWindows Updates, and in today’s articles we’re going to show you how to fix the following issues:

How can I get past the stuck Windows Updates screen?

1. Wait for the update process to complete

ConfiguringWindows Updates100% complete don’t turn off your computermessage is a normal part of every Windows update.

Sometimes it can take a while in order for the update to be installed, so it’s no wonder many users assume that the update process is frozen.

The simplest solution to this problem is to wait for the update to install itself. In most cases, the update process isn’t stuck so you’ll just have to patiently wait for a while before the update is completely installed.

2. Remove any USB peripherals

If you’re stuck withConfiguringWindows Updates100% complete don’t turn off your computer,you might want to try removing your USB peripherals such as yourexternal hard drive, printer, even your USB mouse and keyboard.

Users reported that disconnecting USB peripherals successfully fixed their problem, so try removing your USB peripherals and wait for a few minutes for the update to finish.

You can read more about how a USB peripheral can block the latest Windows 10 update inthis article. In some cases, it applies to other updates as well.

3. Turn off your device and turn it back on again

Users reported that this solution works with Surface Pro devices, but you can try it with yourWindows 10PC as well. Just hold the power button for a few seconds until your device turns off.

After the device turns off completely, press the power button again to turn it on. If something doesn’t go as expected or you hear weird noises, it’s possible that you experience some power supply issues.

Don’t know how to fix power supply issues inWindows 10? Checkthis guideand set things right once again.

4. Try accessing Safe Mode

It’s possible that your update process is frozen due to a bad driver or a third-party application, and that’s why it’s always a good idea to try to access Safe Mode. To access Safe Mode, follow the above steps.

5. Use Automatic Repair or System Restore

Few users reported that they have managed to fix this problem by performing Automatic Repair orSystem Restore. After you turn on and turn off your PC a couple of times, you should see theAdvanced Startup screen.

Once you see that screen, you’ll need to apply the above steps. If System Restore isn’t working, don’t panic. Check thisuseful guideand set things right once again.

6. Check your RAM

If you get stuck atConfiguring Windows Updates 100% complete don’t turn off your computerscreen, it might be because your RAM is corrupt.

Try swapping your RAM in order to find the faulty module. This is an unlikely cause, therefore you should try this solution if all other previous solutions don’t work.

7. Update your BIOS

If the problem still persists, you might want to try updating your BIOS. We highly doubt that this issue is caused by outdated BIOS, but a number of users are suggesting BIOS update, so you might want to try it if all other solutions fail.

If your PC won’t start after a Windows update, you cantake a look at this articleto solve the problem easily.

BIOS update is an advanced procedure that can cause permanent damage to your PC if you’re not careful, so make sure to check your motherboard’s instruction manual for detailed instructions.

8. Remove the problematic update

If you’re constantly gettingConfiguring Windows Updates 100% complete don’t turn off your computermessage, the problem might be a problematic update.

Several users reported that they fixed the issue simply by finding and removing the problematic update. To do that, follow these steps.

After removing the update, check if everything is in order. If so, you might want to prevent the update from installing. To see how to do that, be sure to check our article onhow to disable Windows 10 automatic updates.

If you’re having trouble opening the Setting app,take a look at this articleto solve the issue.

Being stuck onConfiguring Windows Updates 100% complete don’t turn off your computerscreen can be rather frustrating, but keep in mind that your update probably isn’t stuck, and you’ll just have to wait a while in order for it to complete its installation.

If that doesn’t work, feel free to try any other of our solutions. If you have any more questions, leave them in the comments section below.

Stuck at Configuring Windows Updates Screen? Try These Fixes#

How can I get past the stuck Windows Updates screen?#

1. Wait for the update process to complete#

2. Remove any USB peripherals#

3. Turn off your device and turn it back on again#

4. Try accessing Safe Mode#

5. Use Automatic Repair or System Restore#

6. Check your RAM#

7. Update your BIOS#

8. Remove the problematic update#