Microsoft has lifted the block that was stopping certain users from updating to Windows 11, which was initially put in place because of bugs on specific computers. This restriction has been removed to enable more devices to upgrade to the new operating system.
Microsoft eliminates restriction that blocked Windows 11 update
Microsoft discovered a crucial issue impacting certain computers equipped with 11th-gen Intel Rocket Lake chips, leading to blue screen errors. This problem stemmed from Intel Smart Sound Technology (Intel SST) drivers, resulting in OS instability.
Microsoft has urged Intel to release updated driver versions to address the issue. The recommended solutions are Intel SST driver versions 10.30.00.5714 or 10.29.00.5714 and newer. Despite the availability of these fixed drivers for a while, Microsoft has kept the update lock in place.
Microsoft has lifted the update restriction, allowing users to install Windows 11 once they update their sound drivers. If the necessary drivers are not found on Windows Update, users are advised to reach out to the device manufacturer for support.
Information on the upcoming major feature update, Windows 11 24H2, slated for release in the third quarter of the year, is now available. Recently, a roster of apps that will be barred from receiving the update was made public by the company.
