Windows 11: Preview update paralyzes PCs

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While the users of Windows 11 for the release of the next one Feature updates 24H2 Wait, Microsoft will have an optional preview update for the versions that are still supported at the end of September 23H2 and 22H2 release. The patch labeled KB5043145 is supposed to deliver bug fixes and great new features, but on some devices it causes serious issues problemswhich make the PC unusable.

Update KB5043145 is causing problems

KB5043145 for Windows 11 has been available as an optional preview update since September 26th and contains bug fixes and some exciting features, see below. The update will actually only be distributed automatically with October Patch Day (starts on October 8, 2024), but may start automatically when you open Windows Update. This could be a problem for many people. Like the US news portal Windows Latest According to reports, many Windows 11 users are currently reporting that installing the patch is causing unexpected problems. They mainly complain about Blue screens and boot loops that render the PC unusable. Others are asked to enter the BitLocker code for the hard drive when the PC starts up.

In some cases, those affected were able to get the “bug date” using the automatic Windows repair undo and get the computer working again. Others complain about hardware problems after starting: for example, the mouse and keyboard no longer worked. Microsoft now has the problems confirmed and investigates the incidents. Until the problem has been finally resolved, Windows users should not start the operating system update function because KB5043145, although it is an optional update, could be started automatically in this case – at least that was the case on test devices in the editorial office. It’s even better Temporarily disable Windows Update.

KB5043145: This is inside

Anyone who was able to install KB5043145 without any problems can look forward to the following innovations. Important: These are distributed gradually and may not be available to you immediately:

Taskbar: You can now share local files directly from the search results displayed in the search box on the taskbar.
Settings: The Delivery Optimization Settings page now matches the Windows 11 theme. For more information, see Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Delivery optimization.
Windows Share: This update removes the search box from the Windows Share window.
Lock screen: Media controls now appear at the bottom center of the lock screen when media is playing.
Start menu: The Sign Out option is now in Account Manager when you open the Start menu. To switch to another user, select the ellipsis (…). A list of other users will appear to make switching easier.

These new features will be installed immediately with the update:

Microsoft Edge: Fixes an issue that sometimes causes Edge to stop responding when you use IE mode.
Windows Identity Protection: Users don’t have to enter their credentials more than once for Outlook or another encrypted email app. A user is only asked to enter their PIN once.
Copilot Pro Subscription: You can now get your Copilot Pro subscription at Settings administer. Sign in to your Microsoft account and go to Settings > Accounts.
Task manager: Fixes the issue where Task Manager stops responding when you switch from a high contrast theme to a normal theme.