Windows 11 Installation Stuck? Here’s How to Fix

Windows Update is a crucial stepping stone towards getting more features, fixing bugs and issues in the previous patch, and making sure the system attained better stability with each update.

If you are a Windows 11 (or other versions) user, it must be simply how many times your PC enters update mode, either when you turn it ON or shut it down, which could be annoying at times. However, what’s aggravating is when the PC gets stuck during a Windows 11 update. 

This usually occurs at the very last time when the counter has almost reached 90% and suddenly somewhere out of the blue, the screen freezes or gets stuck on the same screen for eternity. So, what should I do now? Well, here are some possible reasons why your PC gets stuck during Windows updates and how to fix it.

Also Read- How to Reset Windows 11 to Default Factory Settings

Reasons Behind Windows 11 Update Getting Stuck

There are a few reasons why you would end up with a stuck Windows 11 update.

• It could be because of internet connectivity issues
• Downloaded files were incomplete
• TPM 2.0 is not enabled
• There could be some issue with the memory
• There could be some conflict with the existing application or process
• Somethings broke at Windows Update service

List of Best Ways to Fix Windows 11 Installation Stuck

1.) Enable TPM 2.0 On Your PC

You need TPM 2.0 to run Windows 11 on your PC without which, you won’t be able to complete the installation. Here’s how you can enable it.

1. Press Win+R and type the command tpm.msc that will open TPM Management On the Local Computer.
2. Next, check the status of TPM on your PC.

If it is not enabled:-

1. Reboot the system and head to the startup menu using “F1, F2, F10, F11, or DEL”.
2. Head over to Security tab >> TPM device.
3. Select “Available” from the list and restart the PC.

If It is enabled:-

1. Reboot the Pc and go to the startup menu and proceed to “BIOS setup.”
2. Go to the “Advanced” tab >> Boot Options >> Secure Boot and enable it.
3. Boot the PC and open the startup menu again.
4. Go for the boot device option and select the right drive that has Windows 11 on it. 
5. Windows 11 will be installed.

Also Read- Bypass TPM, RAM and Secure Boot Requirement in Windows 11

2.) Windows Update Troubleshooter Method

Windows 11 has a tonne of features including Windows Update Troubleshooter and here’s how to do it.

1. Press Win+I and proceed to Settings >> System >> Troubleshoot >> Other Troubleshooters.
2. From among the list, press the “Run” button against “Windows Update” to launch the troubleshooter.
3. Once the troubleshooter runs and detects what’s wrong, you can take cues from it and fix the issue.

3.) Delete Windows Updates Files

Since your complaint is regarding a stuck Windows 11 update, it can be because of incomplete downloaded files or other reasons. All those files you downloaded earlier are stored on a primary storage device. You will have to disable Windows Update services first and then delete the files as mentioned in the instructions below.

1. Tap on Start Menu and search for “Services” and this will open “Services (Local)”.
2. Search for “Windows Update”, double-click on it.
3. Change the “Startup Type” to “Disabled” and hit “Stop”.
4. Reboot the computer.
5. Press Win+I to open File Explorer and search for “C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution“.
6. Select all the files and delete them.
7. Repeat the first three steps but this time, enable Windows Update Services and it should work as planned.

4.) Ensure Windows Update Service is Running 

Your PC runs Windows Update Service continuously to ensure all the updates are downloaded and installed accordingly. If there’s some issue with the Windows Updates Services itself, then you might struggle to update your system. Here’s how to fix it.

1. Search for “Services” on your PC and proceed to “Services (Local) >> double-click on Windows Update”.
2. Check if the Startup type is automatic or stopped. Click it to Automatic and hit “Start” under “Service Status”. Save all changes by pressing “OK”.
3. You will have to restart the PC so once you do it, check if this method made any difference. 

5.) Remove All Peripherals

There is a possibility that your PC was unable to process a Windows 11 update and goes stuck because there were some issues on the peripherals side. Disconnect all the peripherals and try installing the Windows 11 update. This should work for some users if not all.  

6.) Reset The PC

As you are facing issues with a stuck Windows 11 update, I would recommend resetting the PC once and for all to fix the issue. 

1. On your PC, go to Settings >> System >> Recovery.
2. Navigate to “Reset this PC” and hit the button “Reset PC”.
3. Select “Keep my files” on the next screen.
4. Select how would you like to reinstall Windows.
5. Finally, hit the “Reset” button and this should push the ball rolling.
6. Once your PC reboots, set it up and check if you can update to newer updates of Windows 11.

Closing Words

Some of the users stuck while upgrading windows 10 to windows 11 and others were stuck between windows 11 updates. Don’t worry. It will work for all who want to fix Windows 11 Installation Stuck at 35%, 85%, 100%. If you have any doubt, you can ask us in the comments.