Reverting changes. Don't panic! This process shouldn't take too long, and you should be able to log in normally. If it works, you can then run the necessary updates manually. Switching on a computer system can be done from a number of modes, one of which is Safe Mode. This process will bypass the normal booting sequence of a computer. Before doing any of the following, see if your computer will reboot in Safe Mode.
Once you are able to log on, you can repair the problem. You may need to undo the changes that were made during the aborted update. System Restore is built into Windows, and it is a way to undo system changes without altering personal files. If the above solutions fail, you may need to contact a certified technician, as there may be hardware issues. Content is for informational or entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for personal counsel or professional advice in business, financial, legal, or technical matters.
Computer" it says that for ten minutes then it says Shut down and it does this every time I turn it on.
What must I do? Answer: Did you just format your PC? Computer" and after about 10mins , it says Shut down. Answer: Perhaps your Operating System was not properly configured or some of the files are corrupt. Do a backup of your existing files and re-configure the OS. If the problem is not solved, contact a certified technician. Question: My windows 7 was given to me. It has been stuck on the "configuring windows failed".
I'm about to try what you suggested. My question is what If I don't know the admin username or password? The gentleman that gave me the computer gave me several to try but none of them worked. Answer: Please get windows password reset disk. I have a similar problem, but not the same, i also get "preparing to congigure I got my laptop from my grandparents.
It won't stop. I tried multiple days and hours without anything happening. It's just stuck and won't change. I just had the same problem and the Update screen had been on for almpst an hour. I've waited for like 1 whole day for the reverting update thing but sadly Im still stuck on it From Nigeria. Hi, I just bought myself a new HP laptop from Argos in my home city of Dublin, Ireland on last Saturday and there is a problem with it. It gets stuck on the screen saying, "Preparing to configure Windows.
Don't turn off your computer" when I selected restart and it won't restart. It takes a very long time to configure Windows. I've been waiting for about an hour.
It's really weird. I am very worried and stressed about it. My new laptop is 2 days old and its doing this? Im getting my dollars back refund dumb idiots who make laptops.
For information about how to log into Windows as an administrator, click one of the following links, depending on the version of Windows that you're running:.
How to log into Windows as an administrator in Windows 8. How to log into Windows as an administrator in Windows 7 or Windows Vista.
Note If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or from a DVD, or if Windows came preinstalled on your computer without the CDs or DVDs, see the documentation that was included with the computer for instruction about how to continue, or skip to the next method. Performing an in-place upgrade will restore the current Windows installation to the version of the installation DVD. This also requires the installation of all updates that are not included on the installation DVD.
If your computer came with Windows pre-installed, review your computer's documentation for instructions on how to do an in-place upgrade. Otherwise, follow these steps. Note We strongly recommend that you back up all your personal files. For information, see how to back up your files. If these methods did not fix the issue, you can use the Microsoft Customer Support Services Web site to find other solutions to your problem.
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If you continue to have problems, you might want to contact Microsoft Support. How to restore or repair your Windows installation Repair and recovery for Windows Startup Repair for Windows 7 Startup Repair for Windows Vista Note These sites include options to use when the manufacturer has installed the System Recovery options on the computer.
How to avoid this problem in Windows Vista. To avoid this problem in Windows Vista, obtain and install update from the Microsoft Download Center separately from all other updates on the Windows Update site. Install the update that applies to your version of Windows Vista so that you can successfully install future updates. The following files are available for download from the Microsoft Download Center:. Windows Vista xbased systems Download the Windows6.
Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section. Try to install Windows Updates again. Type Troubleshooting, tap or click on Settings, and then tap or click Troubleshooting.
Insert the Windows 8 installation disc in the drive, and then restart the computer. When you are prompted to start from the disc, press any key. Tap or click Repair your computer. Tap or click Troubleshoot, and then tap or click Advanced options. Select Repair your computer. When the restoration process is complete, select Restart.
Hard shutting down clears it up, and I think it installs fine as well. I've seen similar, including this morning. Yeah, if we're talking hours, gotta move on.
I'll take the "risk" and hold down the power button if I have to. Can't have my workers unproductive. Most every time it comes back up, I choose start windows normally and we're good to go. I'll spot check the updates to see if any failed, but usually it's all good.
Had the same thing recently happen to a couple of our machines. The thing is - it only looks stuck. Interesting, thanks for the tip guys, I'll try doing ctrl alt del next time instead of a hard reboot. That's exactly what happened with a few of our machines this morning, after updates from last night.
I just got a call from my COO about this. She has been waiting a half hour and it is displaying "Prepare updates" on the reboot. I guess I will let you know what happens in the next 30 minutes.
I am going up to the corner office now. Wooooo, glad I saw this thread. I was worrying about a couple computers here with their stage 3 freeze. Even then I can be impatient on certain things. I just hate waiting! If it is running a ton of updates I'll let it run overnight if it was a work computer. If it is a personal computer at home, and it was like 3 updates I will give it about an hour. I got things to do!
I have WSUS install all of the updates on desktop machines at am once a week. I have no idea if this happens a lot, but never had anyone complain about this, so for me it is a non-issue. On a side note, July 15, ? Someone has been holding onto that screenshot for years waiting for just the right time to use it.
Today was their day!
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