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Today I was notified by Windows Update that the 2004 update is finally ready to be downloaded and installed on my laptop. I pressed download and install and left the laptop plugged in idle as I did not have any laptop work to do at that time. Now it's been 4 hours since I left it on, and the Windows Update screen (in the Settings > Updates & Security) is still at 94% installing, which is the exact number I saw more than an hour ago. Is it stuck? Why is it taking so long to install? My internet is fast enough, I don't have many programs installed apart from a few essentials such as Office and Inkscape along with other credible software. I am afraid that if I close it and reset the Windows Update, it'll take 4+ hours again (not to mention the additional lengthy rebooting and installing the update again in the blue background screen which happens with every single update), plus it's already night here so I cannot leave it turned on while I go to sleep.
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My 2004 is up and running...patience is a virtue.
I have patience... I just got into my laptop again. Watched it happen so I have the exact clock. From the point I clicked "Reboot Now" in the Windows Update Config screen to the point I was able to actually login to Windows was 14 hours and 10 minutes. Bringing the grand total time to run the update 22-27 hours of uninterrupted activity.
Absolutely. Insane. Stahp.
My 2004 is up and running...patience is a virtue.
UncleNineIsMe
What manufacturer doesn't want their clients to purchase new? I think that it behooves the manufacturer to emphasize the longevity of the product as part of the sales pitch. My desktop is 8 years old and did accomplish the download/installation of the 2004 "featured presentation" in time segments which took 2-3 days, now, it is water under the bridge. Keep truckin!
Susan
chasgallagher
Consult with Microsoft and they might be able to offer suggestions to resolve the problem. I don't have enough expertise to offer alternatives. I consult with Microsoft when there is a problem that can't be resolved on my own.
Good Luck.....Susan
Yes, I completed the download and installation yesterday on an older Lenovo desktop with Windows 10 Home Edition on it, but it DID take a long time and the pauses were nothing short of exasperating.
