Windows 11 Upgrade failing to download

[RedPCat]

So... I've been having an issue trying to upgrade to Windows 11 22572 on Windows 10.

I should get:

But instead I get:

Other updates work except for that exact update.

And note: That this worked originally when 22518 was out to 22557

Also forgot to mention that the update doesn't even download so I can't even get the logs.

[ShingZhanho]

Same problem here, thought I was the only one who got this error.

[AveYo]

Microsoft recommends first upgrading to release 11 build - you must enroll to BETA channel! Once on 11, you can then enroll to DEV channel and search for updates.

Last 3 dev builds have been multiple-levels-of-broken.
Upgrade from 10 to 11 via Windows Update has not worked great either for even longer.
But good news, MS sorted their shit and fixed some issues with Windows Update on their end.
Won't solve your local issues tho. So I have shared a new script to refresh WU: windows_update_refresh.bat
I too had some updating issues on two machines, and the brute-force refresh script helped instantly!

[RedPCat]

Ok, I'll try and I'll keep you updated if it works.

[RedPCat]

Ok, so the Release is downloading.

[AveYo]

@RedcatPhoenix2, still downloading? ;)

[RedPCat]

Not anymore but now it blue screens whenever I try installing when it reaches 75%

[RedPCat]

I mean like after upgrading to 22572

[AveYo]

Haven't seen a BSOD in dozens of devices I've setup. There must be a bad driver or a piece of software (like an antivirus with kernel drivers) causing it. It's not something these scripts could possibly cause.

[RedPCat]

Haven't seen a BSOD in dozens of devices I've setup. There must be a bad driver or a piece of software (like an antivirus with kernel drivers) causing it. It's not something these scripts could possibly cause.

@AveYo

Maybe, because I didn't end my Malwarebytes trial. But now, it's showing update status unknown.

[RedPCat]

Ok, so ran the refresh batch script and reopened settings, it fixed itself.

[HuyHung1408]

I'm in beta channel, cannot update! You can see how many times I clicked retry..

[AveYo]

I'm in beta channel, cannot update! You can see how many times I clicked retry..

I can see that, but it does not help me helping you.

Use windows_update_refresh.bat, then retry upgrade. If still not working, provide:

• your current build version
• your 11 supported or not status (cpu, tpm, secureboot)
• your upgrade logs if any in C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Panther (zip the whole thing)

[HuyHung1408]

I'm in beta channel, cannot update! You can see how many times I clicked retry..

I can see that, but it does not help me helping you.

Use windows_update_refresh.bat, then retry upgrade. If still not working, provide:

• your current build version
• your 11 supported or not status (cpu, tpm, secureboot)
• your upgrade logs if any in C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Panther (zip the whole thing)

• My current build: 22000.588
• Doesn't support Windows 11, Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-2310M, no TPM, no Secureboot
• No upgrade logs (empty)

[AveYo]

Since Beta jumped build (same as Dev), bypassing is no longer trivial. You need to follow the instructions under Get 11 via Windows Update on "unsupported" hardware

Step 1: use Skip_TPM_Check_on_Dynamic_Update.cmd to automatically bypass setup requirements
It's a set it and forget it script, with built-in undo - v7 using more reliable /Product Server trick

Step 2: use OfflineInsiderEnroll to subscribe to the channel you want
while on 10, use BETA for Windows 11 22000.x builds (release), DEV for Windows 11 225xx.x builds (experimental)

Step 3: check for updates via Settings - Windows Update and select Upgrade to Windows 11

[DMH70]

setuperr.zip

Here are the only 2 logs I could see . @AveYo

[AveYo]

setuperr.zip

Here are the only 2 logs I could see . @AveYo

so the bypass script works, but:

2022-03-26 11:53:28, Info MOUPG We are exiting in Update Setup due to compat issues. We should not clean up in this case so we can resume.

You haven't zipped the whole folder so I can't tell the actual compat issue

[DMH70]

setuperr.zip Here are the only 2 logs I could see . @AveYo

so the bypass script works, but:

2022-03-26 11:53:28, Info MOUPG We are exiting in Update Setup due to compat issues. We should not clean up in this case so we can resume.

You haven't zipped the whole folder so I can't tell the actual compat issue Here you go...

Panther.zip

[AveYo]

@DMH70, so there's some overlapping there in compatibility reports.
I would try:

• disconnect from the internet
• run windows_update_refresh.bat
• delete C:\$WINDOWS.~BT and C:\$WINDOWS.~WS and C:\Windows.old folders if you can't delete them, try again after a restart
• reconnect to the internet and check for updates again

If it still fails, provide a new Panther.zip

ALTERNATIVE I'm thinking maybe save some time and just use the iso to upgrade if you have it ready:

• run Skip_TPM_Check_on_Dynamic_Update.cmd but this time to remove it (magenta response)
• mount the insider beta iso and copy everything to a folder on your hdd
• open that folder, sources subfolder, then at the address bar enter cmd in cmd that should be in X:\your-folder\sources> enter: cd.>appraiserres.dll then enter: setupprep /Compat IgnoreWarning /MigrateDrivers All /ResizeRecoveryPartition Disable /ShowOOBE None /Telemetry Disable /CompactOS Disable /DynamicUpdate Disable
  setup should now start with troubleshooting options

[DMH70]

@AveYo Did not work again so here is the new zip

Panther.zip

[DMH70]

'setupprep' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.

Getting this error after entering "setupprep /Compat IgnoreWarning /MigrateDrivers All /ResizeRecoveryPartition Disable /ShowOOBE None /Telemetry Disable /CompactOS Disable /DynamicUpdate Disable"

[HuyHung1408]

Since Beta jumped build (same as Dev), bypassing is no longer trivial. You need to follow the instructions under Get 11 via Windows Update on "unsupported" hardware

Step 1: use Skip_TPM_Check_on_Dynamic_Update.cmd to automatically bypass setup requirements It's a set it and forget it script, with built-in undo - v7 using more reliable /Product Server trick

Step 2: use OfflineInsiderEnroll to subscribe to the channel you want while on 10, use BETA for Windows 11 22000.x builds (release), DEV for Windows 11 225xx.x builds (experimental)

Step 3: check for updates via Settings - Windows Update and select Upgrade to Windows 11

Unfortunately, it still show the same error.

[AveYo]

'setupprep' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.

Getting this error after entering "setupprep /Compat IgnoreWarning /MigrateDrivers All /ResizeRecoveryPartition Disable /ShowOOBE None /Telemetry Disable /CompactOS Disable /DynamicUpdate Disable"

that does not look like your cmd prompt is where it was supposed to if you followed the instr
can you screenshot the prompt? or copy paste all text here

[AveYo]

https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/12874843/160273499-812e5785-f007-4849-9908-0c5f50177929.mp4

https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/12874843/160273504-837bb27c-4f2d-4c73-ace9-9087d76c19bd.mp4

@HuyHung1408, attached some shitty captures (sorry about that) for the alt iso method

[HuyHung1408]

ok I will try that! Thanks

[DMH70]

'setupprep' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. Getting this error after entering "setupprep /Compat IgnoreWarning /MigrateDrivers All /ResizeRecoveryPartition Disable /ShowOOBE None /Telemetry Disable /CompactOS Disable /DynamicUpdate Disable"

that does not look like your cmd prompt is where it was supposed to if you followed the instr can you screenshot the prompt? or copy paste all text here

When I click this Windows_InsiderPreview_SDK_en-us_22581_1.iso it opens to here

, I move it all to here

[AveYo]

@DMH70, uh. That's not windows iso to install. It's a sdk. No wonder it does not work ;)

So, back to doing it via windows update (for both, @HuyHung1408 & @DMH70):

• disconnect from the internet
• run windows_update_refresh.bat
• delete C:\$WINDOWS.~BT and C:\$WINDOWS.~WS and C:\Windows.old folders if you can't delete them, try again after a restart
• run OfflineInsiderEnroll (as admin), press 2 for BETA channel
• run Skip_TPM_Check_on_Dynamic_Update, should return status in green [INSTALLED].
• reconnect to the internet and check for updates again.

If it still fails, provide a new Panther.zip

[HuyHung1408]

Tried again, still error, no Panther folder, guess I will try iso then, thanks for your help!

[AveYo]

Tried again, still error, no Panther folder, guess I will try iso then, thanks for your help!

I bet the script is blocked for you by overly zealous antivirus or something. What does entering this in console returns:

;
reg query "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\SetupHost.exe\0" /v Debugger
;

[HuyHung1408]

Tried again, still error, no Panther folder, guess I will try iso then, thanks for your help!

I bet the script is blocked for you by overly zealous antivirus or something. What does entering this in console returns:

;
reg query "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\SetupHost.exe\0" /v Debugger
;

I don't trust or install any antivirus software lol, btw here's the result:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\SetupHost.exe\0
    Debugger    REG_SZ    powershell -win 1 -nop -c iex (get-itemproperty 'HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\SetupHost.exe\0' 'Code' -ea 0).Code; write-host --%

[DMH70]

Ok, finally was able to try again with your instructions. No go still not installing. Here is the latest Panther folder zip..

Panther.zip

[DMH70]

@DMH70, so there's some overlapping there in compatibility reports. I would try:

• ALTERNATIVE I'm thinking maybe save some time and just use the iso to upgrade if you have it ready:

• run Skip_TPM_Check_on_Dynamic_Update.cmd but this time to remove it (magenta response)

• mount the insider beta iso and copy everything to a folder on your hdd

• open that folder, sources subfolder, then at the address bar enter cmd in cmd that should be in X:\your-folder\sources> enter: cd.>appraiserres.dll then enter: setupprep /Compat IgnoreWarning /MigrateDrivers All /ResizeRecoveryPartition Disable /ShowOOBE None /Telemetry Disable /CompactOS Disable /DynamicUpdate Disable setup should now start with troubleshooting options

Ok, trying this now. Downloaded correct iso and so far I'm at 37%. Though it has been at 37% for a while now.

[AveYo]

@DMH70,

Ok, finally was able to try again with your instructions. No go still not installing. Here is the latest Panther folder zip..

Panther.zip

so these fresh logs are great!

<CompatibilityInfo BlockingType="Hard"
 Message="Your PC settings need to be adjusted before upgrading to the latest version of Windows."
 Title="Your PC settings need to be adjusted before upgrading to the latest version of Windows."/>
<Link Target="https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=2119737" 
Value="Turn off memory integrity protection to continue."/>

Turn off Core Isolation - memory integrity protection under Defender - Device security.

[AveYo]

@HuyHung1408,

I don't trust or install any antivirus software lol, btw here's the result:

I guess that's your issue ;) "tweaked" system, something is probably missing/disabled that is needed for upgrades via windows update. Should be fine with iso setup.

[DMH70]

@DMH70,

Ok, finally was able to try again with your instructions. No go still not installing. Here is the latest Panther folder zip.. Panther.zip

so these fresh logs are great!

<CompatibilityInfo BlockingType="Hard"
 Message="Your PC settings need to be adjusted before upgrading to the latest version of Windows."
 Title="Your PC settings need to be adjusted before upgrading to the latest version of Windows."/>
<Link Target="https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=2119737" 
Value="Turn off memory integrity protection to continue."/>

Turn off Core Isolation - memory integrity protection under Defender - Device security.

Trying it now. Will let you know....

[AveYo]

Trying it now. Will let you know....

No other reason it should fail (there are some HP driver stuff and some storage volume issues but but should be fine).

Why did you even enable that for your system? Old intel processors with onboard graphics have really old and bad gpu drivers that are incompatible with Core Isolation. It's fine when you use external gpu and do not enable the onboard one. Tho the feature itself is mostly marketing, has not stopped anything so far, malware has plenty of windows vulnerabilities to exploit and go around such "protections". It requires a uefi variable change so it will ask for reboot and maybe prompt you to disable it before windows launch. Make sure to check it's disabled before you retry.

[DMH70]

So far all is looking good. 46% now

[DMH70]

Yeah!!! We are golden! Thanks for your help!! All of this is just because of Core Isolation feature.... What a pain! lol

I had it on as I don't have TPM so I thought it would be good to have an added security feature to go along with MS's Defender...

[HuyHung1408]

Thanks a lot for your support! I using the iso method now. Remove the Dynamic Update and the setup.exe lauch lol, before that it just disappear

[HuyHung1408]

https://winaero.com/windows-11-22h2-may-have-even-stricter-hardware-requirements/ I found out why I can't install the latest build through normal Windows Update!

However, the change log doesn't include any note of the changed upgrade behavior. Now, if your device doesn't include TPM or fails to meet other hardware requirements, you won't get the latest build even in the Beta channel.

[AveYo]

https://winaero.com/windows-11-22h2-may-have-even-stricter-hardware-requirements/ I found out why I can't install the latest build through normal Windows Update!

However, the change log doesn't include any note of the changed upgrade behavior. Now, if your device doesn't include TPM or fails to meet other hardware requirements, you won't get the latest build even in the Beta channel.

You did not know that Dev has been like that for months? And that Beta is now exactly the same build as Dev?

That's why I keep saying to follow Get 11 via Windows Update on "unsupported" hardware precisely as instructed

[HuyHung1408]

https://winaero.com/windows-11-22h2-may-have-even-stricter-hardware-requirements/ I found out why I can't install the latest build through normal Windows Update!

However, the change log doesn't include any note of the changed upgrade behavior. Now, if your device doesn't include TPM or fails to meet other hardware requirements, you won't get the latest build even in the Beta channel.

You did not know that Dev has been like that for months? And that Beta is now exactly the same build as Dev?

That's why I keep saying to follow Get 11 via Windows Update on "unsupported" hardware precisely as instructed

Ah, thanks for explaining it to me. I didn't pay much attention to the Dev channel 🥲

[DMH70]

" Version 22H2 Installed on ‎3/‎28/‎2022 OS build 22581.200 Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22581.200.0"

Everything still working like a charm! Updates are being completed as they should.

Thanks so much for your help!

[RedPCat]

Ok, so ran the refresh batch script and reopened settings, it fixed itself.

Currently on 22572, it worked (I'm not on the latest insider due to major bugs)