Windows devices may get new functionality at different times as Microsoft delivers non-security updates, fixes, improvements, and enhancements via several servicing technologies—including controlled feature rollout (CFR).. Windows will let you know if you need to restart your device to complete an update, and you can choose a time that works best for you to complete that update.

Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers. If a problem doesn't happen in safe mode, this means that default settings and basic device drivers aren't causing the issue.

Windows 11, version 22H2; July 9, 2024—KB5040442 (OS Builds 22621.3880 and 22631.3880) June 25, 2024—KB5039302 (OS Builds 22621.3810 and 22631.3810) Preview

RAM. 16 GB (recommended) Storage type. Solid State Drive or SSD (recommended) Processor architecture. x64 or ARM64. Virtual Machine Platform. This setting needs to be enabled.

If you're running Windows 8.1 or earlier, or if your PC doesn't meet the minimum system requirements to run Windows 11, consider moving to a new Windows 11 device. Find a PC that meets your needs. Set up your Microsoft account to transfer files and favorites. One account connects your device across Microsoft apps and services like Microsoft 365, OneDrive, Edge, and Microsoft Store.

Learn how to open and run DxDiag.exe on Windows to collect device information and troubleshoot DirectX sound and video issues.

If this screen appears, Microsoft 365 is installed as a one-year subscription or one-time purchase. A digital product key is transmitted to your PC, so you won't need or receive a printed product key.

Notes: Reinstalling Windows 11 using installation media while choosing to ‘Keep nothing’ (a clean install) will automatically enable reserved storage if the partition you reinstall Windows to is 20GB or larger. Reserved storage sets aside disk space to be used by updates, apps, temporary files, and system caches, thus improving the day-to-day function of your PC by ensuring that critical ...

In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, then select Device Manager from the menu.

Depends on your Office installation type (Click-to-run or MSI-based), you'll see the following options to proceed with the repair. Follow the steps for your installation type.