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Windows 11, version 25h2 update fail

I have a Galaxy Book S with 64-bit operating system, ARM-based processor. I continue to have this error with my windows update: Windows 11, version 25H2 Install error - 0xc1900101. Please advise.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-05-03T00:56:02.62+00:00
Crystal 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-04T18:55:17.25+00:00
Pupsi 0 Reputation points
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Win11 installer stuck at 58percent

Sooooo my win11 setup is stuck in 58percent installing and I'm using a 480gb ssd

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-04T16:49:04.8133333+00:00
Ninjapowerturbo 20 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-04T17:48:42.4+00:00
Dio Xavier 296.6K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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How to fix dependencies for windows desktop App Installer

I have windows 11 pro 23h2 and SFC and Winget function not works. I also tried DISM to fix SFC. the problem is here

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-01T11:36:20.3733333+00:00
Windows Finder 5 Reputation points
recommended 2026-10-04T06:06:29.73+00:00
Thomas4-N 22,380 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Request for Windows 11 ISO Direct Download Link (User in Iran – Regional Restriction) Body: Hello Microsoft Support, I am a user located in Iran. I need to download the official Windows

Hello Microsoft Support, I am a user located in Iran. I need to download the official Windows 11 ISO file to create a bootable USB flash drive and install Windows 11 on my laptop. Unfortunately, the official Microsoft download page…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-03T22:51:21.2666667+00:00
saeed bonbast 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-03T22:57:17.5266667+00:00
Gérard Oomens 132.6K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Installing 25H2 from 23H2 stops at 96% w/o error code

Installing 25H2 from 23H2 stops at 96% w/o error code, "but can't completed install". Attempted recommended fixes w/o success from CMD. Scannow, resolve update troubleshooter; RestoreHealth, etc each stating changes made but still won't finish…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-02T20:36:01.5733333+00:00
Robin Hagedorn 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-03T14:34:50.2466667+00:00
ApexNáV 385 Reputation points
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Microsoft visual C++ 2022 X86 minimum runtime

Hello, I would like to ask for some help with how to fix this. I don't really even know where to start with this problem.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-03T10:59:32.1466667+00:00
david amat 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-03T11:09:37.67+00:00
Ramesh 182K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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how do install windows 11 for free

is windows 11 free upgrade available in canada and where do i find the installation package

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-09-19T19:39:03.5766667+00:00
Carol Dube 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-02T20:21:25.3966667+00:00
GTS-NJ 1,000 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Windows update service unable to run error 1053, BITS service unable to run due to no file specified etc

I've been looking on the forum for a few hours and cant seem to get anything to work. Windows updates basically just dont work at all; Ive tried using sfc check health and corruption fixing tools, ive gone into service msc to check whats running and…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-02T16:03:43.73+00:00
Rukii 40 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-10-02T18:59:41.7433333+00:00
Ramesh Srinivasan 88,460 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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error code 0x800719E4 when trying to update windows

I am having issue updating my windows 11 Pro Education . error code 0x800719E4 when trying to update windows

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asked 2026-10-02T15:34:48.05+00:00
Dave Wiegmann 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-02T16:08:45.0366667+00:00
David-M 127.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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system help25H2

I need an official Windows 11 25H2 x64 Simplified Chinese ISO for offline repair. My current installed Windows edition is: Edition: CoreCountrySpecific / Windows 11 Home China Build: 26200.8875 Architecture: x64 Language: zh-CN The public Microsoft…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-02T03:46:11.29+00:00
XIANGYU YE 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-02T12:04:56.0866667+00:00
Dio Xavier 296.6K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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how to activate my windows

my pc is always showing updating but it has never completed i dont know why please help me to activate my windows and to shift to windows 11

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-05-17T12:22:39.03+00:00
DOCTOR VISHAL SINGH 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-02T01:44:16.75+00:00
_AW_ 69,736 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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I received HOME edition after service instead PROFESIONAL that was the original version of my surface.

I sent mi laptop to the service due of issues to turn on, when i received again, problem was fixed, BUT, in the service a Home edition was installed instead Profesional version that was my computer had. I need to have a Profesional version due i use my…

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asked 2026-10-01T21:22:46.47+00:00
RODRIGO CRUZ 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-10-02T00:19:05.2433333+00:00
Craig Long 18,645 Reputation points
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I need a direct download link for the Windows 11 25H2 English (US) x64 Multi-Edition ISO

I need a fresh temporary direct download link for the Windows 11 25H2 English (US) x64 Multi-Edition consumer ISO. The previous Microsoft download link expired. I need the ISO specifically for an in-place repair installation of an existing Windows 11…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-30T04:12:47.5966667+00:00
Fatima Bacot 20 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-01T13:48:48.75+00:00
Ramesh 182K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Trouble downloading Windows 11 2026 Update

I'm having trouble downloading Windows 11 2026 Update

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-01T12:44:14.3133333+00:00
David J. Mattera 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-01T13:18:55.5766667+00:00
David-M 127.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Error 1603- fatal errorduring installation of IQSET on windows 11

Hii, I was trying to install IQSET tool in my laptop, I was getting this error Feature transfer error Error- 1603 : Fatal error during installation Consult windows installer help(msi.chm) or MSDN for more information. could you please help how to…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-01T05:46:08.5466667+00:00
Jr, Sruthi 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-01T07:37:16.2433333+00:00
Ramesh Srinivasan 88,460 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Cant install bluebook for SAT

Everytime i try to install bluebook it tells me it isnt a microsoft verified app and then when im try to change the setting it doesnt give the option to do so.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-01T02:32:01.4533333+00:00
Zee Sweeney 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-01T03:06:37.75+00:00
Ivan B 124.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How to reactivate windows after replacing motherboard

I replaced my motherboard on a pc that I purchased with Windows 10 preloaded. That was later upgraded to Windows 11. I need to reactivate windows.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-30T21:49:06.0333333+00:00
Jason Schaumberg 20 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-01T02:54:42.7466667+00:00
EmilyS726 270.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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my windows 11 new update is downloaded but not installing what am i do

My windows 11 system update is downloaded but not installing what am i do

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-30T20:33:36.9833333+00:00
Nuwantha wijesinha 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-30T21:13:03.58+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 88,900 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Install Windows 11 Without a Product Key

I tried to re-install Windows 11 the way I usually do. I formatted my C Drive and ran into an "Installation cannot continue" message. My BIOS no longer detects my C drive. I've lost my product key. My operating system has been continually…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-11T23:11:54.94+00:00
Stephen Plunkett 100 Reputation points
accepted 2026-09-30T17:32:17.83+00:00
Stephen Plunkett 100 Reputation points
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Issues with Windows 11 key in Microsoft Azure offered for college students

I'm trying to upgrade my Windows 11 Home to Education edition with a key offered in Microsoft Azure to students at my college and yet I'm having no luck. When I try to change it in Settings > System > Activation I get an error regarding "can't…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-28T19:29:51.38+00:00
Evan Renfro 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-09-30T05:02:27.2133333+00:00
Evan Renfro 20 Reputation points