Windows 11 24H2 Update Issues: Problems & Solutions

 

The latest update Windows 11 24H2 - brings some important features and system improvements. But many users have to face some unexpected issues like:

·         Boot loops

·         Slow performance

·         Missing taskbar

·         App crashes

·         Black screen or flickering

If you face any one of the above issues then here’s the solutions-

 

Common Error After Windows 11 24H2 Update

1. Boot Loop

     PC keeps restarting or gets stuck in a restart cycle.

2. System Slowdown

     The computer becomes laggy, apps open slowly, or CPU usage spikes.

3. Taskbar Missing or Not Responding

     The taskbar is invisible, unclickable, or delayed.

4. Start Menu or Settings Not Working

     Clicking Start or Settings does nothing or causes a crash.

 

How to Fix the Mentioned Issues

1. Boot Loop Fix
Startup Repair

·         Force shut down the PC 3 times to trigger recovery mode.

·         Go to Advanced Options > Startup Repair.

·         Follow on-screen instructions to repair boot configuration.

Safe Mode

·         Boot into Safe Mode via recovery options.

·         Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update history.

·         Uninstall the latest update that triggered the issue.

 

2. Slow Performance

Disable Startup Apps

·         Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.

·         Go to Startup apps, disable unnecessary ones.

Free Up Disk & RAM

·         Run Disk Cleanup or use Storage Sense.

·         Use Windows Security > Device Performance & Health.

Update Drivers

·         Go to Device Manager, right-click each device, and select Update Driver.

·         Especially important for graphics and chipset drivers.

 

3. Restore Missing Taskbar

·         Restart Windows Explorer

·         Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc > Task Manager

·         Find Windows Explorer, right-click > Restart

Check Taskbar Settings

·         Go to: Settings > Personalization > Taskbar

·         Ensure all taskbar items are enabled.

Re-register Taskbar via PowerShell

·         Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

·         Run as administrator and reboot your PC.

 

4. Start Menu or Settings Not Working

Open PowerShell as Admin, then run:

sfc /scannow

This will scan and repair corrupted system files.

Then run:

       DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

       Reboot your system afterward.

 

Roll Back the Update

If you still face the same issues, you can uninstall the 24H2 update:

·         Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update History

·         Click Uninstall updates

·         Select the 24H2 update and uninstall it

This must be done within 10 days of installation, or the rollback option will expire.

 

Tips to Prevent Future Issues

·         Create a System Restore Point before major updates

·         Keep all drivers up to date

·         Don’t force shutdown during update installation

·         Use official ISO or update assistant if Windows Update files

 

Windows 11 24H2 contains excellent new features, but no large release is free of bugs. Follow these steps, and you'll be able to troubleshoot boot loop, taskbar, or performance issues easily and get your system running in no time.

If you still face issues, consider using the Media Creation Tool to do a clean install.

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