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Some Windows 10 2004 users get compatibility block alert
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Just like earlier OS updates, big and small, the latest Windows 10 2004updatehad some not-so-pleasant surprises for some users. It failed to install.
In turn, Microsoft put a compatibility hold on some of the affected Windows 10 PCs, just as it usually handles similar situations. That has left some users confused as to why they’re unable to upgrade to an OS they couldn’t wait to explore a few days ago.
Fortunately, Microsoft is at least trying to explain the issue to affected users through a Windows Update banner.
Why you may not install Windows 10 2004 yet
When Microsoft puts a compatibility hold on a device, it stops offering it theupdatethat caused the problem in the first place. That’s what’s happening to users that can’t install the Windows 10 May 2020update.
According to one Reddituserthat experienced the problem, Windows Update is displaying a banner explaining the reason for the compatibility hold.
The notification reads:
The Windows 10 May Update is on its way. We’re offering thisupdateto compatible devices, but your device isn’t quite ready for it. Once the device is ready, you’ll see theupdateavailable on this page. There’s nothing you need to do at this time.
Up to nine compatibility holds are right now preventing users from receiving the May 2020update. However, there may be a temporary workaround for some of the known issues.
PCs withHypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI)on are unable to upgrade, for example. Affected users can circumvent the problem by updating their displaydriversbefore trying to install Windows 10 version 2004.
They may also disable HVCI, which would allow the new OS to install. But they’d be compromising kernel-mode code integrity in so doing.
Otherdrivercompatibilityproblemsaffecting Windows 10 2004 installation include:
Have you successfully upgraded to Windows 10 2004? Or are you looking at a compatibility block? Please let us know in the comments section below.
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