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Windows 10 ESU not installing updates
Previously being enrolled in ESU after having computer problems i replaced my HDD and did a fresh install of windows 10 I asked the question on the 10 forum how did i get back into the ESU. I was told it was attached to the computer not the HDD and after…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-10-24T09:54:56.15+00:00
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David Smith
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2026-11-11T19:37:25.67+00:00
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Ramesh Srinivasan
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Independent Advisor
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Two identical Toshiba Portege R840 Win 10 Laptops One Updates as normal other doesnt
Good one says enrolled for important quality and security fixes missing. other says eligible to join for updates but gives no path
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-11-10T22:14:18.4666667+00:00
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roger boyle
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2026-11-10T23:10:14.71+00:00
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Ivan B
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extended security updates error
I have a Windows 10 computer successfully enrolled in Microsoft's Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Windows Update repeatedly fails with error 0x80070643. This problem has persisted for months despite extensive troubleshooting, including Windows…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-11-07T15:54:44.2+00:00
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John Hale
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2026-11-08T18:17:32.9733333+00:00
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Virginia M
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Independent Advisor
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Windows 10 ESU update fails 0x800F0922 – SPP SLpUpdateComponentTokens 0xC004F011
Environment Windows 10 Pro 22H2, x64, Greek language Windows Pro activation status: Licensed (OEM) Windows Update confirms: "Your PC is enrolled to get Extended Security Updates" ESU preparation package KB5072653:…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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Unable to sign-in to Windows Settings app on Windows 10
I am trying to sign into my Microsoft account in Windows Settings on Windows 10 to enroll in the Extended Services Update program, but no matter which login method that I try, it refuses to sign in. It's just says "Opps... Something went…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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Windows 10 ESU beyond October 2026
Hello, I have been trying to understand how to ensure that my Windows 10 ESU will extend beyond the October 2026 cutoff for regular uses. We utilize the OS on a computer at my institution that does not have the hardware requirements to upgrade to Windows…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-05-22T14:36:17.4066667+00:00
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Bell Planetarium
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commented
2026-10-29T06:22:30.85+00:00
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Dore Jack
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How to upgrade from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 10 LTSC Enterprise S?
My PC isn't compatible with Windows 11, I'm on partial disability benefits and can't afford to upgrade the hardware on my PC to make it Windows 11 compatible. I'm wanting to find out how I can upgrade my Windows 10 Pro to the LTSC version; where to…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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My laptop won't install Windows 10 Extended Security Updates
I am enrolled for the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU), which according to an email I received from Microsoft, would be extended through the 12th October 2027, and that no action was required on my part. Recently, a notification on my taskbar…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-10-26T12:55:32.4533333+00:00
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Adrian Holford
20
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accepted
2026-10-28T13:17:12.6166667+00:00
Adrian Holford
20
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2 answers
Where can i find KB5071959 for 64bit 22H2
I can not find the update KB5071959 anywhere, it says they could not find the update when i searched or it on Microsoft update catalog.
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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Issue enrolling Windows 10 PC in Extended Security Updates program
I am trying to enroll my personal Windows 10 PC in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. My system is Windows 10 version 22H2, OS Build 19045.6466. KB5126256 is installed, Windows Update reports no required updates pending, and I am signed in with…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-10-27T15:50:37.34+00:00
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Carlos Ramos
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answered
2026-10-27T16:25:10.0633333+00:00
Manoel Barros
23,460
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Independent Advisor
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Unsubscribing a Windows 10 device from Extended Security Updates (ESU)
i wish to turn off the extended security updates ESU for windows 10. i want them stopped. they slow down my computer so badly that i cannot use it at all.
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-10-24T16:58:40.7366667+00:00
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Laurla Monster
0
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2026-10-24T17:43:28.3533333+00:00
Ivan B
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Independent Advisor
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Windows 10 ESU Licensing Preparation Package (KB5126256) is installed
ESU does not run ? requ. are all installed I got the german answer "Wir können Sie im Moment nicht für erweiterte Sicherheitsupdates registrieren. Schließen Sie das Fenster und versuchen Sie es erneut."
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-10-22T11:55:26.53+00:00
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Wolfgang Dedekind
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edited an answer
2026-10-23T06:25:56.9833333+00:00
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Vikki-T
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BSOD after installation KB5122878 on Windows 10 ESU
How to properly prevent forced reinstallation and block KB5122878? I recently ran into a severe issue tied to the September Windows update, and I wanted to see if anyone else has experienced something similar or found a reliable block. Here is the exact…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA after installation KB5126256
related to : https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/6022762/bsod-after-installation-kb5122878-on-windows-10-es https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/6035008/problematic-kb5122878-blocked-what-to-do-next-tomo After I experienced…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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Problematic KB5122878 blocked. What to do next tomorrow?
R.E: This is a follow-up to my previous thread regarding KB5122878 Tomorrow is Tuesday and MS will post a new package. I still didn't get any information that bug(s) fixed. I tried to set a delay for Windows Update for 35 days (or even 7 days) but it is…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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ESU for Windows 10 PC
I am in Ireland and my Windows 10 PC is already enrolled in the free Consumer Extended Security Updates programme using my Microsoft account. I want to pay for the one-time ESU option so that I can switch to a local Windows account without losing…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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How to extend security through October 2027
looking for security extension information for Windows 10 on computer that cannot be updated to Windows 11
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-09-26T18:19:24.1+00:00
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Bill Bolio
0
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commented
2026-09-26T18:55:08.3166667+00:00
Ivan B
127.3K
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Independent Advisor
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Windows 10 ESU eligible, but “Enroll now” is missing in Windows Update.
My Windows 10 PC is eligible for Consumer ESU, but the "Enroll now" link is missing from Windows Update. Windows 10 Home 22H2 Build 19045.6466 KB5071959 installed KB5126256 installed Microsoft account connected Current user is an…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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ESU KB5126256 results in error 0x80240017 -- daily
Every day since the last Patch Tuesday (effectively a Wednesday for me), which has now been a week, Reliability Monitor has been listing the following error: "Installation Failure: Windows failed to install the following update with error…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Extended Security Update (ESU)
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2026-09-15T19:42:37.41+00:00
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e.c. marm
35
Reputation points
answered
2026-09-16T17:28:18.9133333+00:00
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Lester Bernard Reyes
86,830
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
1 answer
error message when try to purchase $30 extended security
windows 10 offers me the option to buy extended security for $30. However, I keep getting an error message and cannot purchase it.
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