Windows 11 24H2 most troublesome update so far: what to know
Microsoft is a mighty and unique company, but it’s built by humans, and humans make mistakes. We’ve just covered the new and exciting features that Windows 11 24H2 brings, and now comes the news of the havoc it wreaks in certain circumstances. Yes, it only concerns a fraction of the enormous user base, but what starts as a minor fall of a lump of packed snow can turn into an avalanche, so it’s better to be in the know.
It should be mentioned that the history of Windows 11 updates is bumpy in general:
- in October 2023, Microsoft released KB5043143, which yielded multiple reports of BSODs and unresponsive systems, often triggering the Automatic Repair tool or BitLocker recovery;
- then, in early 2024, KB5034765 generated error messages that misled users into believing there were memory-related issues with their PCs;
- and in March 2024, the company dropped KB5035853, which caused BSODs, stuttering performance, and audio issues in some systems.
Now, regarding Windows 11 24H2 update and the problems it may bring…
Windows 11 24H2 issues: affected hardware and caused malfunctions
It should be noted that the update, according to the current information, doesn’t break things in every system. Rather, there’s a specific list of hardware and software issues that fall prey to bugs in Windows 11 24H2.
- ASUS models X415KA and X515KA: the update often brings BSODs and fails to install fully.
- Intel Z890 motherboards, particularly those configured with Core Ultra 200S series CPUs and integrated Xe-LPG graphics: BSODs that appear to stem from compatibility problems between integrated and discrete graphics.
- Western Digital drives, NVMe in particular: BSODs, sorted out by the maker who released firmware updates to address these issues.
- Intel Smart Sound technology drivers: devices equipped with Intel 11th Gen Core processors using driver versions 10.29.0.5152 or 10.30.0.5152 are also seeing BSODs. Microsoft has placed a compatibility hold on these devices to prevent them from installing the 24H2 update until a fix is available.
There are also reports indicating issues with fingerprint scanners, Wi-Fi, network adapters, and sharing capabilities.
If you’re experiencing problems with your system after installing Windows 11 24H2, the best solution is to look up the symptoms online, since the reaction of both Microsoft and vendors of the affected hardware is very swift, and there’s likely a patch to be downloaded or a guide to be followed in order to remedy the difficulties.
The rule of thumb, alas, remains the same: do not rush into updates unless you’re ready to spend some time fixing things. Microsoft, by the way, realizes the potential of havoc each next version possesses, and rolls out major updates in a phased manner.
