Very shortly after starting Windows 10, everything completely freezes. I have to manually reset by holding the power button. Occasionally after restarting I can get to the settings screen, and from there to the category with Recovery, however no matter how many times I select Recovery from the tabs on the left nothing ever shows up. Am I completely screwed? I did not make a disc, I just chose the 'upgrade' option because I was told by the program that I could recover/reset at any time if I do.
This happened seemingly randomly; the upgrade was working fine for the last few days. I left my PC on while at work, and when I got back found I couldn't click on the taskbar or open the start menu. Restarted, then couldn't click ANYTHING. Restarted several times, and eventually I could click again, with the apparent side-effect of having a corropted OS installation.
Any help would be appreciated. Please keep in mind that any solutions will require non-Windows interaction since I cannot do anything inside the OS. Thanks
CPU: i5 2500K @ 4.5GHz
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MSI GTX760 2GB OC Gaming Edition
Windows 10 Professional, formerly Windows 7 Professional
This happened seemingly randomly; the upgrade was working fine for the last few days. I left my PC on while at work, and when I got back found I couldn't click on the taskbar or open the start menu. Restarted, then couldn't click ANYTHING. Restarted several times, and eventually I could click again, with the apparent side-effect of having a corropted OS installation.
Any help would be appreciated. Please keep in mind that any solutions will require non-Windows interaction since I cannot do anything inside the OS. Thanks
CPU: i5 2500K @ 4.5GHz
14GB G.Skill RipjawsX
MSI GTX760 2GB OC Gaming Edition
Windows 10 Professional, formerly Windows 7 Professional
- Windows 10 Freezes When Opening Settings
- Windows 10 Settings Not Working
- Windows 10 Network Settings Freezes
Hi Joe,
Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.
I understand your concern regarding the issue that you are facing.
- Are you not able to connect to internet?
- Did you make any changes prior to this issue?
I suggest you to follow the steps and check if it helps
Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with Internet connection. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your internet.
Refer these steps:
- Press Windows key +X, select Control panel
- Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons
- Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel
- Run the Internet Connection troubleshooter
Method 2. Update the Drivers
Try updating the Network Adapter drivers from the manufacturer's website and check if the issue persists.
Follow the steps to update the Network Adapter drivers:
a. Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
b. Expand Network Adapter.
c. Right-click on the Ethernet and click on Update driver software.
d. Restart the computer and check.
Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
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Unfortunately, I do not have the option to select 'ethernet'.
Unfortunately, I do not have the option to select 'ethernet'.
The options I do have are:
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- when I clicked Update Driver Software - it either allows me to locate update software in my computer or it prompts to me search my computer/online and even then, it takes forever.
Even when I go to my updates in my settings, it shows updates are available but it does not update at all and it is set for automatic updates.
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- when I clicked Update Driver Software - it either allows me to locate update software in my computer or it prompts to me search my computer/online and even then, it takes forever.
Even when I go to my updates in my settings, it shows updates are available but it does not update at all and it is set for automatic updates.
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Run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe)
System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files. It will scan your system files and to repair missing or corrupted system files in Windows. To run the SFC scan, refer to the Microsoft article below.
Hope this information helps. Please let us know if you need any other assistance with Windows in future. We will be happy to assist you.
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Did you notice computer freezes randomly after windows 10 1903 upgrade? There is no errors but System just frozen, most of the time move the mouse, but not click on anything. You are not alone, a number of users report Windows 10 freezes randomly, for about a minute or two can’t do anything on Windows 10 PC.
After Windows 10 1903 upgrade laptop started freezing at any unpredicted moment of time and with every such freeze it requires a restart (mouse and keyboard stop working).
The issues Windows 10 not responding, freezes mostly encountered because of incompatibility of hardware and drivers. The installed Device driver is not compatible with current Windows 10 version. (Especially installed Graphics driver) Again sometimes incorrect virtual memory setup, virus malware infection, System file corruption also cause random hangs & freezes on Windows 10. If you are struggling from this problem, here 5 effective solutions help to optimize system performance, Speedup Windows 10.
Post Contents :-
- 1 Fix windows 10 freezes not responding
Fix windows 10 freezes not responding
- Make sure to disconnect all USB extension or connected devices to your PC
- Press Windows Key + R Type Temp and press Enter. Press Control + A, right-click, then delete all the files in the folder.
- Sometimes Antivirus running backend cause system freezes, Temporarily Disable or uninstall Antivirus software.
- Perform Windows 10 clean boot, and check if the system running normally then any third party service confliction cause system freezes, not responding.
Disable programs in the background
- Open windows settings ( windows + I )
- Click on Privacy then select Background apps
- Here toggle off the button “Let apps run in background” As show image below.
Install .NET Framework 3.5 and C++ Redistributable Package
After upgrade to Windows 10 if your computer keeps freezing and not responding This issues can be fixed by installing various C++ Redistributable Packages and .NET Framework 3.5. Windows 10 and many of third-party applications rely on these components, therefore be sure to download them from the links below.
Scan And Repair Corrupted System update files
If you notice windows 10 started freezing and not responding after install May 2019 Update there is chance system files get corrupted, missing while upgrade process. Run system file checker utility that scan and restore missing system files from %WinDir%System32dllcache.
- Type cmd on start menu search,
- Right click on command prompt select run as administrator.
- Now type command sfc /scannow and press enter key.
- This will start scanning windows for missing corrupted files,
- If found any the sfc utility automatically restore them from a compressed folder located %WinDir%System32dllcache.
- Wait until 100% complete the scanning process, and restart windows to take effect the changes.
Note: if sfc scan results “windows resource protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them” Run DISM command (Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth) that repair system image and allow SFC to do its job.
Update Display driver
As discussed before the incompatible device driver, especially graphics driver mostly cause this problem. We recommend check and update or reinstall outdated device drivers.
- Press Windows + R, type devmgmt.msc and ok to open device manager.
- This will display all installed device driver list.
- Look for if any driver listed with yellow tingle mark
- Right click on it and select update driver.
- Expand Display driver, right click graphics driver and select update driver.
- Select “Search automatically for updated driver software” and let it finish the process.
- Or visit device manufacturers website, Download the latest drivers for your PC and install them.
- Restart your PC and check there is no problem, System running smoothly.
Adjust Virtual memory
Hold down your Windows Key and press Pause (Break) to open System properties window,
- Select Advanced System Settings.
- Choose the Advanced tab, Click Settings underneath Performance.
- Under, performance options move to Advanced and then Change.
- Uncheck the Automatically manage paging file size for all drives box.
- Select (C:). Click Custom Size.
- In Initial Size, use the number that is labeled as Recommended in the box below.
- In Maximum Size, type (a number that cannot be determined without your RAM/Memory. Please provide that).
Don’t set this value too high. It should be about 1.5 times the size of your physical RAM. e.g. A PC with 4 GB (4096 MB) of RAM should have no more than about 6,144 MB virtual memory (4096 MB x 1.5).
- Press Set, then OK. Restart windows to take effect the changes.
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Run Windows Memory Diagnostic
- Type memory in the Windows search bar and select Windows Memory Diagnostic.
- In the set of options displayed select Restart now and check for problems.
- After which Windows will restart to check for possible RAM errors and will hopefully display the possible reasons as to why Windows 10 Freezes Randomly.
- Reboot your PC to save changes.
Turn Off Link State Power Management
- Press Windows Key + R then type “powercfg.cpl” and hit enter to open Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings next to your chosen Power plan.
- Now click Change advanced power settings.
- Expand PCI Express then expand Link State Power Management.
- From the drop-down select OFF for both On battery and plugged in power settings.
- Reboot your PC to save changes and see if you’re able to Fix Windows 10 Freezes Randomly
Disable AppXsvc using Registry Editor
According to some users, Disabling AppXsvc in Registry Editor fixes both freezing and crashing issues. To disable AppXsvc,
- Press Windows + R, type regedit and ok to open the windows registry editor.
- Backup registry database then navigate to the following key.
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMControlSet001ServicesAppXSvc
- Locate Start DWORD in the right pane and double click it.
- Set Value data to 4 and click OK.
- Close Registry Editor and restart your PC.
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Hello Bernard,
Thank you for visiting Microsoft Community and providing us with the detailed description about the issue.
As per the description, I understand that you are experiencing issue with after upgrading to Windows 10, the settings freeze often when you try to access system apps/ features.
I certainly understand your concern and will try my best to help you.
This issue might have occurred if any third party application is causing conflict in the system.
I would suggest you to try the following methods and check if that helps.
Method 1:
To diagnose the problem whether any third party program or application is causing the conflict, I would suggest you to try “clean boot” and check if it helps.
Placing your system in “Clean Boot” state helps in identifying if any third party applications or startup items are causing the issue. You need to follow the steps from the article mentioned below to perform a Clean Boot.
If the issue does not occur in “Clean Boot”, then you may determine which application/service on the computer is causing this issue. This can be done by following the instructions for “Windows 8.1 and Windows 8” given in the section “How to determine what is causing the problem by performing a Clean Boot” from the same given link.
Note: Refer 'How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshooting' to reset the computer to start as normal after troubleshooting.
The above steps holds good for Windows 10 as well.
If the issue persists, follow method 2
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Method 2:
How to use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files, please follow the steps in the link provided below.
Note: System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files. This article describes how to run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe)to scan your system files and to repair missing or corrupted system files in Windows 8.1 or Windows 8. If a Windows Resource Protection (WRP) file is missing or is corrupted, Windows may not behave as expected.
The above steps holds good for Windows 10 as well.
I would suggest you to refer to the suggestions provided by “Andre Da Costa” replied on January 22, 2015 in the following Microsoft Community link.
Frequently Asked Questions: Windows 10
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I hope this information is helpful.
Please do let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to assist you.
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Getting stuck during the Windows 10 update is quite a common issue, which is faced by plenty of users. It has been observed that while updating their Windows versions, the program gets stuck and doesn’t proceed. Thankfully, there a plenty of ways to resolve the Windows update fix. In this post, we will make you familiar with some quick fixes for the same. If your Windows has been stuck or crashed during the update, then prefer giving these solutions a try.
Part 1: Solution to fix Windows Update getting stuck or crashes
The Windows update fix can get stuck in between or crash your entire system out of the blue as well. Since the issue can be caused due to numerous reasons, there is no single fix for it. You can try these solutions in order to resolve the Windows update fix issue.
Solution 1: Restart your PC and check for updates again
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This is the easiest solution to fix the Windows update stuck in the middle. In this, you need to forcefully restart your system and check for the updates again. If you are lucky, then it won’t cause any serious damage to your system, letting you update it seamlessly.
- If your system is stuck, then you need to restart it forcefully.
- After when your system would be restarted, launch its Settings app.
- Go to its Updates & Security section and click on the 'Windows Update' option.
- Click on the 'Check for Updates' button on the right panels and start the updating process again.
Solution 2: Run the official troubleshooter for Windows Update
Windows 10 Settings Not Working
Windows 10 comes with a dedicated troubleshooter that can help you overcome an unwanted setback related to its updates. It can help you resolve the Windows update fix while following the interactive troubleshooting interface.
- Launch the Control Panel on your system and go to the “Troubleshooting” section.
- From the left panel, click on the “View all” option to get an access to all dedicated Windows troubleshooter.
- This will provide a list of Windows troubleshooters. Scroll down a little and open the “Windows Update” troubleshooting interface.
- This will launch a new pop-up window that can help you perform troubleshooting regarding Windows update.
- Following the on-screen instructions, you can easily fix the problem related to your Windows update.
Solution 3: Launch Windows in Safe Mode
If your Windows update has been stuck, then the most feasible solution would be to restart your system in the safe mode. This will ensure that your system won’t be affected by the process. You can later fix any issue related to your system and perform the update once it is resolved.
- Go to the Start menu and click on the Power button.
- Click on the Restart button while pressing the Shift key to enter its advanced settings.
- This will launch the reboot options. Click on the 'Troubleshoot' section to proceed.
- Go to the 'Advanced Options' to get an access to various options.
- From the provided Advanced Options, click on the 'Startup Settings'.
- Enable the option of 'Safe Mode' from here and click on the 'Restart' button to restart your Windows in safe mode.
Solution 4: Go back in time with System Restore
This is one of those timeless Windows hacks that never cease to disappoint. In this method, we will be taking the assistance of an existing restore point to fix the Windows update problem.
- Launch Control Panel and go to its System > System Protection feature.
- Click on 'System Restore' to launch its dedicated wizard.
- Choose the option of 'Show more Restore Points'.
- This will provide a list of all the saved restore points. Make your selection and proceed to restore the system.
Solution 5: Run a full Windows reset
Windows 10 Network Settings Freezes
If nothing else would work, then you can perform Windows update fix by resetting your system. Since it will reset your system to default settings, you should consider it as your last resort.
- Launch Windows settings and go to the “Update and Security” option.
- Out of all the options listed on the left panel, click on “Recovery”.
- This will provide a list of recovery operations on the right. Click on the “Get Started” button under the “Reset this PC” section.
- Follow the on-screen instructions and choose to backup your data (recommended). After making your selection, restart your PC with default settings and try updating it again.
Part 2: Problems caused by Windows 10 update malfunction
If Windows 10 update has been stuck, then it can be resolved by following the above-mentioned drill. Though, it can lead to some issues related to your system as well.
Windows won’t shut down
Too many times, after performing the Windows update fix, it is observed that the system won’t shut down. To resolve this, you need to turn off the hibernation on your system via Command prompt. Launch Command Prompt and provide the “powercfg /h off” command to disable hibernation.
Loss of saved settings
If you have lost your saved settings, then you can choose to restore your Windows system to a back date. This can be done by taking the assistance of Restore points.
Loss of data
If you have lost your data after the Windows 10 update, then you can retrieve it with Wondershare Data Recovery. The tool can be used to recover the lost or delete files from your system. It has an easy to use interface and provides highly reliable and secure results. You can use it to restore almost every kind of data like documents, photos, videos, music, PDFs, compressed files, and more without much trouble.
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