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0x1900204 in attempting to update to Windows 11 no matter what I try
"There were some problems installing updates, but we'll try again later. If you keep seeing this and want to search the web or contact support for information, this may help: (0xc1900204"
Surface Go 2 1926 128GB 4425Y 8GB
Edition Windows 10 Pro
Version 21H1
Installed on 6/22/2021
OS build 19043.1263
Serial number 00607870****
Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3920.0
Free Space: 53GB
Case: 1029246457
Downloads Windows 11 successfully
Installs Windows 11 to 20~% then 0x1900204
Both Dev and Beta
Surface Diagnostic Tool: 0x1900204
Multiple reboots
Ran Update Troubleshooter
Disk Clean-up
sfc /scannow
Batch_File_to_Reset_Windows_Update
Manually deleted the update download files
Offline Installation gets to choose what files to keep, and the only radial button I get is "Nothing". I'm really trying not to totally wipe my slate in this process, but I am not sure what options I am left with.
I believe I have supplied all troubleshooting steps I have taken (some of which with the assistance of Chat Support). I'll update this top post if there are any steps I missed or suggestions attempted.
SacrifusionValid point about Windows 10.Good for another 4 years I believe.
I discovered why mine wouldn't install. The SSD has 2 partitions - one for Windows and the other for Data. Looking at the Registry I saw that the Data partition (D:\ProgramFilesDir) was set as default installation directory. Changed the relevant entries back to C:\ProgramFilesDir, and Bingo! Now in possession of Windows 11 in all its dubious glory!
SacrifusionDid you get anywhere? Same issue occured for me. No matter what 'solutiond' I tried, the error keeps on coming.
Nope. Since today was release day, I tried my whole battery of tricks again to see if there'd be any difference, but none at all.
I even manually deleted the updated download files.Not even sure why I'm trying so hard. Win10 is working great for what I need and the odds something I need malfunctioning on 11 will probably out balance any benefits of a shiny new OS.
SacrifusionValid point about Windows 10.Good for another 4 years I believe.
I discovered why mine wouldn't install. The SSD has 2 partitions - one for Windows and the other for Data. Looking at the Registry I saw that the Data partition (D:\ProgramFilesDir) was set as default installation directory. Changed the relevant entries back to C:\ProgramFilesDir, and Bingo! Now in possession of Windows 11 in all its dubious glory!
