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Upgrade from windows 11 23h2 to 25h2

Steven Ludwig 0 Reputation points
2025-12-13T23:11:57.2+00:00

i have 23h2 on my computer running win 11. the updater keeps trying to update to 25h2 but keep getting error on second reboot. i don't have the error code right now but it has to do with a possible driver update. i have tried safe mode and even trying to update with 25h2 iso file. any ideas.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-12-13T23:12:07.52+00:00
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    If you are experiencing issues while upgrading from Windows 11 version 23H2 to 25H2, particularly with errors related to drivers during the update process, here are a few suggestions to consider:

    1. Check for Driver Updates: Ensure that all your device drivers are up to date. You can do this through the Device Manager or by visiting the manufacturer's website for your hardware.
    2. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter: Use the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter to identify and fix problems with Windows Update. You can find this in Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Update.
    3. Free Up Disk Space: Ensure that you have enough disk space available for the update. Sometimes, insufficient space can cause installation issues.
    4. Disable Third-Party Antivirus: Temporarily disable any third-party antivirus or security software, as they can sometimes interfere with the update process.
    5. Perform a Clean Boot: Boot your PC in a clean boot state to eliminate software conflicts that might be causing the update to fail. You can find instructions on how to perform a clean boot on the Microsoft support site.
    6. Use the Media Creation Tool: If the ISO file method is not working, consider using the Media Creation Tool from Microsoft to create a bootable USB drive for the upgrade.

    If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may want to check the Windows Update history for specific error codes that can provide more insight into the problem.

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  2. Igor Leyko 107.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-13T23:50:53.07+00:00

    Hi,

    You may use SetupDiag tool for detailed analysis of the problem.

    If it will be hard for you to interpret results, please share them to OneDrive, I'll look into them.

    https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/upgrade/setupdiag

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