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- erpmanila3wBrass Contributor
here's the direct download link to the updated wushowhide.diagcab file in case most people are wondering about it:
https://download.microsoft.com/download/f/2/2/f22d5fdb-59cd-4275-8c95-1be17bf70b21/wushowhide.diagcab
and yes, this link still works as I've just tested it in a recent Firefox browser version and the file is signed by SHA-2 (SHA-256) certificates by MS- OldHackCopper Contributor
erpmanila3w Thanks for the link. Couldn't install KB5034122 and then I ran the tool with the intention of hiding the update. However it fixed the update and I was able to install it afterwards.
- Amsofthap_mastecomCopper Contributor
BruceRoberts Jason_Leznek I just would like to state my support for this feature (btw at best only 0.1% of affected users would waste time to do this mind you) due to the fact that I have an older Laptop, top of the line back then 10yrs+ ago. Which did cost a fortune BUT the fact I can still use it comfortably today says it's a worthy investment. The looks of the laptop is still relevant today, as well and there is no problems EXCEPT older generation hardware.
Which brings the issues to DRIVERS SUPPORT! You see my OLD Hardware's driver(laptop/mobile version) is no longer updated by the manufacturer (VERY COMMON issue here~!) but it can still do its job and purpose VERY comfortably even to this day.
Now in order to use the hardware with certain applications, it needs to be in specific driver version (Desktop version - but I got the laptop version). I researched and got around that problem and implemented it, I never had any problems until windows DECIDED for me and harass me with THEIR driver version, which availability is appreciated, BUT unfortunately kinda FORCED. Every couple of days it wants me to Update and when I did... The applications that I use daily WILL NOT WORK. until I roll back or uninstall to reinstall the specific hardware driver for this specific laptop. See the problem now??
I would like to keep having the ability to ONLY SELECT specific device DRIVER update to be offered. Once I consciously and manually UNTICK/UNSELECT something it should be OPTIONAL in the future. I mean I can and would actually be better to go to the official hardware manufacturer's website for their latest driver (if still supported) anyway isn't it?... a simple reminder would do the trick for most ppl.
My time and work is not about upgrading windows and drivers every couple of days! This is not why I purchased and become a customer of Windows 10
- KevinMineweaser_MSFTMicrosoftHi Bruce, Thanks for your question, here's the general process. Does this help? Select Start Windows logo Start button > Settings Gear-shaped Settings icon > Update & Security Circular arrows Sync icon > Troubleshoot. Next. Hope this helps, -Kevin
- BruceRobertsSteel ContributorNo, that doesn't help at all.
I'm specifically asking about the tool in the subject line to hide and prevent reinstallation of a driver update or Windows update.
E.G. https://social.technet.microsoft.com/wiki/contents/articles/53184.show-or-hide-updates-utility-fixing-automatic-installation-of-a-problematic-update-in-windows-10-version-1903.aspx
If it's gone forever, please could someone at Microsoft have the decency to explain why, and tell Bing it's buried: https://www.bing.com/search?&q=Hide+Windows+Updates+or+driver+updates - Does not help. Microsoft used to provide a tool to hide updates and several months ago it was removed without any communication to anyone as to why it was removed.
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/show-hide-updates-tool-wushowhide-diagcab
1. Why was it removed?
2. Will there be a replacement tool? - BruceRobertsSteel Contributor
Is that it? I regret wasting my time.
"Get answers to any questions you may have"
More like, "You've got questions, we've got shrugs."
- Jason_LeznekMicrosoftHi, Bruce, let me look into this for you. There were some files which were removed due to the SHA-1 signing removal process. Let me check the status. I appreciate your patience.
- Slow_BidenCopper ContributorI dunno if this helps or not but the place that I got mine from was MagorGeeks. However, I saw in the comment section of that site, somebody talking about MS having released a newer one with a new 2021 Sha256 Digital Signature. This might have something to do with MS memo that I read stating that SHA-1 is soon to be retired (which is in fact the format of the older version at MajorGeeks)
Old version
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/wushowhide.html
Sha256 Version
https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/where-do-you-download-wushowhidediagcab/c53dc53c-a413-42ef-b2cc-0a587f421a93 - StefaniaCastelliBrass Contributor
There's something wrong here.
On Win11 there's no way to stop a particular driver update that should not be installed.
In my case it's an AMD graphic driver not compatible with Adrenaline graphic management software the same AMD provides.
Wushowhide.diagcab is blocked, even if its link is available on the Microsoft sites you all mentioned.
The process of updating (Solarwind docet) is a particularly sensitive and vulnerable one.
Therefore, "social.technet.microsoft.com" should be removed or updated with meaningful content.
Graphically, it looks abandoned.
And, notoriously, "social.technet" has been replaced with "techcommunity" where this post is published.
The problem in subject remains open, and users and IT operators should underline it in any available feedback space Microsoft provides.