Common Windows 11 24H2 Issues and Solutions:
Here are some of the most frequently reported issues with Windows 11 24H2 and their corresponding solutions:
1. Installation Problems
You are all set to install Windows 11 24H2 and enjoy the new features. But when you are trying to update your operating system, it is not installing the new release or getting stuck at a certain percentage without being completed. Also, it sometimes shows error codes like 0x800F081F or 0x80070032, etc. There are various reasons for this error and some of the most common are as follows:
- Corrupted system files in which old or damaged system files are included would be interfering with the update process.
- Your system would have insufficient space leaving no room to download, unpack, and install new updates.
- If you are using antivirus software then it would be conflicting with the new updates in which the security software is flagging the update as a suspicious program.
Solutions: Installation Problems
Check the system requirements
Make sure your system meets the minimum requirements for installing Windows 11 24H2 including:
- Processor : 1 GHz or faster with at least 2 cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or SoC (System on a Chip).
- RAM : Minimum 4 GB (8 GB recommended for smooth performance).
- Storage : At least 64 GB of free storage (more recommended for future updates).
- TPM (Trusted Platform Module) : TPM 2.0 must be enabled in BIOS/UEFI.
- Secure Boot : Must be enabled in BIOS/UEFI.
- Graphics Card : Compatible with DirectX 12 or later, with a WDDM 2.0 driver.
- Display : Minimum 9-inch screen with 720p resolution.
- Internet & Microsoft Account : An Internet connection and Microsoft account are required for initial setup and updates.
Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter
Go to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters, then select Windows Update and let it do its thing.
Free-Up Disk Space
Low disk space is the main cause of installation failures. You should have at least 20GB of free space on your system drive. If it is less than this then clean up unnecessary files using Disk Cleanup or Storage Sense. You can go and check the storage as follows:
Open Settings > System > Storage
Disconnect External Devices
Make sure your PC does not have any external device at the time of installation of Windows 11 24H2. External devices interfere with the update process and cause it to stop or freeze. So, remove external devices such as USB, printers, removable drives etc.
Perform a Clean Boot
You should run a clean boot in your computer to allow the system to identify conflicts and errors that are stopping Windows 11 24H2 update from installing. The reboot will clear temporary issues preventing the update from finishing.
Download the ISO File
If none of the above methods works then you can go to the Microsoft Update Catalog and download the update file directly. Here you can install the new file manually and avoid update errors.
2. Problem: Driver Incompatibilities
So, you’ve successfully installed the Windows 11 24H2 update, but your graphics card isn’t working right, your Wi-Fi keeps dropping, or your sound is disappearing? If so then don’t worry! You’re not the only one alone. Driver incompatibilities are one of the most common headaches after a major Windows update. But with these effective tips, you can fix these issues easily:
Solutions: Driver Incompatibilities
- Update Drivers : Update Your Drivers and Don’t Rely on Windows Updates Alone
- Roll Back Drivers : You can choose to roll back to the previous driver if the new updated version messes things up. Here is a simple process you can configure this:
- Open Device Manager (just type it into the Start menu).
- Find the device that’s acting up (graphics card, network adapter, etc.).
- Right-click it, select Properties, go to the Driver tab, and hit Roll Back Driver (if the option is available).
- Uninstall and Reinstall Drivers : Sometimes a driver update gets mangled leaving your device in limbo. In such a situation you should uninstall and reinstall the new update to start the process afresh. It can fix the underlying problem. To do so you can:
- Go to Device Manager
- Find the problematic device, right-click, and choose Uninstall device
- Restart your PC—Windows will usually reinstall a default driver automatically
- If it is not working then you can always download and install the driver manually
3. Performance Issues:
Finally, you have installed Windows 11 24H2 on your PC but after upgrading to the latest version your system performance has become slow. If so then you need to do some technical work to fix the sluggishness of your computer.
Solutions: Performance Issues
- Update Drivers again because outdated or incompatible drivers create performance issues.
- Disable Startup Programs as too many programs running at startup significantly affect system performance.
- Run Disk Cleanup to remove temporary files and other unnecessary data to free up disk space. Cleaning up temporary files can improve the overall device performance.
- Defragment your hard drive if you are still using a traditional one. It will improve the PC performance.
- Run a full system scan to detect malware presence in your system. Malware infections often slow down your system and affect overall performance.
- Visual effects burden your processor with extra operations that lead to low performance. You can adjust the visual effects to do away with this problem. To do so you need to: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Visual Effects and toggle off Transparency effects, and Animation effects.
- When all the above methods fail in resolving the performance issue then you can reset the Windows as a last resort. Go to Settings > System > Recovery > Reset this PC. But before doing so make sure you have a full backup of all important files and data.
4. Problems: Application Compatibility
You are done with downloading and installing new window updates but your favorite apps and programs are not working properly or at the worst, they are not even opening at all. If this is the case then here are some quick and effective solutions to solve this problem.
Solutions: Application Compatibility
- Make sure the app is updated to the latest version. Sometimes it happens the vendors release updates to address the compatibility issues with the new OS.
- Run the app in compatibility mode to check whether the new version supports it or not.
- Uninstall and reinstall the app that is not working properly to resolve the compatibility issue.
- If the problem still persists then you can report or contact the app developer for help.
5. Problem: Network Connectivity Issues
All excited to use your new Windows update to enjoy new features and options but your internet connection is not working properly. Your wifi is dropping, your cable connection is not working, or you can’t get online at all. If so then here are some quick fixes to deal with this issue:
Solutions: Network Connectivity Issue
- Restart your Router and Modem to resolve network connectivity issues.
- Run the Network Troubleshooter by Going to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters > Internet Connections and run the troubleshooter.
- Update or reinstall network drivers as outdated or incompatible network drivers can cause connectivity problems.
- You can reset your Network Settings by going to Settings > Network & Internet > Advanced Network Settings > Network reset and clicking "Reset Now." This will reset your network adapters and configurations.
Final Thoughts:
Windows 11 24H2 offers new features and improvements, but it can also introduce unexpected glitches. The good news is that most issues can be resolved easily with effective solutions and the right troubleshooting steps. In this scenario, you should remember one thing before making any big change or moving to a new Windows update: make sure to back up important data. If you encounter any problems during the upgrading process, you can use this data to continue working by going back to previous versions.
