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From yesterday to today, I've been trying to update the Windows 11 KB5072033 (Operating System Components 26200.7462 and 26100.7462) security update, but the update failed and changed to Windows 11, version 24H2 (fixed version). When the download reached 8%, the status changed to "Checking for updates" after a day. Is this normal? Afterwards, do I have to wait until the "System > Restore > Use Windows Update to fix problems" button becomes unclickable before I can delete the $WINDOWS.~BT folder?
The 24H2 (fixed version) update is a process used to fix problems with Windows updates, Windows may start that automatically if it finds problems with Windows updates or other components in Windows.
It is normal for that process to try to download other updates after it has performed the repair, and you do not need to use the System > Restore > 'Use Windows Update to fix problems' after the process has completed, because that process would no longer be available.
No, that is not normal, that process should usually complete within 2 hours, what problems have you been experiencing on your PC, I see you have created many questions on Q&A in the last few days.
i don;y know, I've been trying to update the Windows 11 security update KB5072033 (Operating System Components 26200.7462 and 26100.7462) for a while, but the update failed. Yesterday, I tried updating again, and after restarting, the update inexplicably showed "Update in progress, please keep your computer on" for 20 minutes. After restarting again, it inexplicably showed "Update in progress, please keep your computer on" for 3 minutes and then booted up. However, from December 11th to 12th, 2025, I was unable to successfully install (KB5072033) (26200.7462) for 0x800f0991. A few days later, I encountered the error "Windows 11, version 24H2 (fixed version)". It's incredibly frustrating.
What if it runs very slowly? How do I delete the $WINDOWS.~BT folder?
You should not try to delete the $WINDOWS.~BT folder until the update completes.
If that update is taking a long time to complete, press and hold the power button on the case of your PC to force a hard shut down and after a few seconds, restart your PC.
Is there any indication of that update progressing or is the update stuck for a long time.
If the update takes too long, please press and hold the power button on your computer case to force a shutdown, restart your computer after a few seconds, and then what?
Because it was running extremely slowly, I went to "Settings" > "Storage" > "Temporary Archives" to delete the temporary Windows installation files ($WINDOWS.~BT folder). As a result, the update failed, and I had to try again. The download progress dropped from 10% to 8%. I don't want to see Windows 11 version 24h2 (fixed version)! It's so annoying!
In this case, the best option is to perform an in-place repair with the Windows 11 ISO, that should bring your system fully up to date.
Please ensure you download the ISO in the same language as you use for the Windows UI, follow the steps, this is then not like re-installing Windows, it is just like an update and your personal files, settings and installed software will not be affected.
Click this link:
https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11
to download the Windows 11 ISO
When the ISO file completes downloading
Disconnect from the Internet
Disconnect all external devices with the exception of a mouse or keyboard.
Temporarily disable any 3rd party Anti-virus you may have installed
Then, in Windows File Explorer, double click the ISO and then run Setup.exe and select the Install option.
Very Important - ensure you select the option to keep your files and apps.
Windows 11, version 24H2 (fixed version) This system update has repeatedly failed, with its status fluctuating wildly, causing considerable confusion and fatigue. The screen spends long periods in a "check" state without any clear progress, increasing power consumption. Under these circumstances, I've already cleared the relevant temporary files via Windows Update.
It's not that I don't want to resolve the issue once and for all, but I simply lack the energy for repeated attempts.
Therefore, I've chosen to pause the update for a week. As long as the computer is usable, that's sufficient, and it will also reduce power consumption.
Hopefully, I can resume the update process once the system and power consumption are more stable.
I don't want to deal with this, it's so annoying. I want Microsoft to fix Windows 11 KB5072033 (Operating System Components 26200.7462 and 26100.7462). I have to pause updates for now.
