Since downloading and installing latest Windows 10 October 2018 Update, users have started encountering various problems like their files went missing from document folder, edge and other apps were not getting connected to Internet and more problems. If you’re few of those who are facing such issues after updating to latest Windows 10 then this article is for you.
Here, we shall explain the ways to fix the issues.
Note: For now, Microsoft has stopped rolling out the update. However, if you have already updated to the latest update and are facing problem Microsoft suggests its users call the support line. This will help restore the system to a good state.
You can find mention of the same problem posted on Twitter.
To know more about what Windows has to say visit
#WindowsInsiders If you’ve run into the “missing files after update” issue for 1809/October 2018 Fall update, please call our support line. They have the tools to get you back to a good state. This build is no longer available to download manually: https://t.co/Ce9WVILknp pic.twitter.com/fvisQi1c8g
— Dona Sarkar (@donasarkar) October 6, 2018
Users residing in the US can call (800) 642 7676 or (800) 892 5234 Microsoft support number.
In the UK, call 0344 800 2400.
In Australia, call 13 20 58.
If you do not reside in any of the countries listed above you can check Microsoft’s website.
Note: Microsoft suggests its users minimize the use of the affected device and contact Microsoft as soon as possible.
How to fix Windows 10 October 2018 Update installation problems?
Apart from calling Microsoft to fix the problem what you can do is use Windows 10 built-in troubleshooter to identify any problem that Windows 10 October 2018 might have. Plus, to reset Windows Update, as this will help to kickstart the installation.
To use in-built Troubleshooter, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Click on Start menu > Settings.
Step 2: Here in the Windows Settings window that opens up click on the ‘Update & Security’ option > ‘Troubleshoot’.
Step 3: Next, click on ‘Windows Update’ > ‘Run the troubleshooter’ and follow on-screen instructions to continue.
Step 4: If the troubleshooter identifies any problem, you will be notified. To fix the problem click ‘Apply this fix’ to resolve the problem.
We hope after using the built-in troubleshooter your problem will be resolved.
Repair your hard drive
If you are facing difficulty in installing Windows 10 October Update, then your hard disk might be corrupted. To check and fix it use CHKDSK command.
To use it follow the steps below:
- In the search box next to taskbar, type “command prompt.
- Select and right-click on Command Prompt from the search results and choose “Run as administrator”.
- In the window the open type in: chkdsk/f c:
Press Y when asked to confirm the operation or you can enter it from the keyboard.
Let disk operating run to check for any errors. If any errors are detected here chkdsk/f c: command will fix it.
Edge and other apps fail to connect to the Internet after installing October 2018 Update?
Besides, file deletion from Documents folder another most common problem users face is their Microsoft Store apps along with Edge stop connecting to the Internet.
If you are among those who face the same problem and get the error message “Hmmm… can’t reach this page,” when you try to visit a website. Here we bring for you steps to solve the problem.
Step 2: In the Windows Settings window, click on Network & Internet.
Step 3: Here, on the right side of the window scroll to the bottom and click on Network and Sharing Center.
Step 4: Next, select your network adapter, right-click on it and select Properties.
Step 5: Now, under the Networking tab checkmark the box next to (TCP/IPv6).
Step 6: Click OK to save the changes.
Now try to connect to the Internet, your problem will be resolved.
How to fix October 2018 Update 0x800F0922 error?
You may receive 0x800F0922 error message after installing Windows 10 October 2018 Update, as the device stops communicating with Microsoft update servers or there’s not enough disk space on the partition.
To fix this issue, disconnect from the VPN server and retry.
If you have no idea about the VPN contact your IT administrator.
How to fix corrupted ISO problems with Windows 10 October 2018 Update?
If you are using an ISO file, to install Windows 10 October 2018 Update and receive an error message numbered 0x8007025D – 0x2000C, it means your Windows 10 October 2018 Update might be corrupted.
In such a situation, try redownloading the ISO file using Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB and retry.
How to fix ‘The update isn’t applicable to your computer’ error?
While installing Windows 10 October 2018 Update if you encounter the error message that reads ‘The update isn’t applicable to your computer’, then it means you don’t have latest Windows updates installed.
To resolve this, follow the steps below:
Step 2: Here in the Windows Settings window that opens up click on the ‘Update & Security’ option.
Step 3: Here, in the left pane click on Windows Update option.
Step 4: Next click on Check for updates to look for any available updates.
Step 5: This will check for the updates and install them. Once done you will need to restart to apply the updates.
We hope these steps help you fix common Windows 10 update problems. If you want us to share more information about how to fix Windows 10 October 2018 Update, please let us know. We like to hear from you, do share your valuable feedback with us.
