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Brudgeon
Copper Contributor
Nov 30, 2025

Windows Update Not Happening

Windows update is inviting me to install 2025-11 Security Update (KB5068861) (26100.7171). When I attempt this it responds "Pending download" and nothing happens even days later. Why?
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Axtoniu
Iron Contributor
Dec 02, 2025

If the 2025-11 Security Update (KB5068861) failed, you may want to consider the following troubleshooting steps:

Check for Disk Space: Ensure that there is enough disk space available on your system for the update to install.
Run Windows Update Troubleshooter: Use the built-in troubleshooter to identify and fix issues with Windows Update.

Review Update Logs: Look at the Windows Update logs to find more specific error codes that can provide insight into why the installation failed.

Install Manually: If the automatic update fails, you can try downloading the update manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog and installing it.

Check Network Connection: Ensure that your internet connection is stable while attempting to download and install updates.

Restart Your Device: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve issues with pending updates.

If the issue persists, you may need to consult Microsoft support for further assistance.

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