KB5035942 update issue

KB5035942 and KB5036035 were both available as updates on my Windows 11 PCs. I installed them on two devices successfully, but on one device KB5036035 got stuck at downloading 98% for hours. KB5035942 installed fine.

As the second KB got stuck, I restarted the device and it said 'installing updates' and then I noticed KB5036035 was available again and downloaded and installed fine with a further restart.

The problem is, I cannot find KB5035942 listed in Windows Update history as installed today like on all my other PCs or available to uninstall.

I can see though that it has I think been installed through reliability history.

How do I know if this KB has been installed correctly and do I need to be concerned that it's not showing in Windows Update history or available to uninstall?

Hi:

These are both "PREVIEW" updates.

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/kb5035942-windows-11-cumulative-update-preview-build-22621-3374-22h2-and-22631-3374-23h2.23843/

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/kb5036035-cumulative-update-preview-net-framework-3-5-and-4-8-1-23h2.23844/

So, you don't need either of them.

Just wait for the relevant bits to be incorporated into the next monthly, "Patch Tuesday" updates.

As a general rule for home users, unless you like to "beta test" unstable software, there's no need to install Preview Updates.

And I certainly would not do so on my main production box unless I had a robust system imaging routine that would allow undoing the changes if the updates go pear-shaped.

Just my two cents and worth less

Since the update did not go in would suggest that you run from a Administrator  Command Prompt : SFC /SCANNOW to fix any system errors may have and to prepare for next month.

As well make sure your drive has 15 % or more free at all times.

Clean up your System using Disk CleanUp since 1995 from the Start Menu.  Then run it again and Click on Clean System Files.

The Microsoft Store is now a integral part of Updating Windows 11.     Open the MS Store and go down the left side to Library and Update what you use.

Edited by Pkshadow, 27 March 2024 - 09:05 PM.

And consider the Windows 11 Update Troubleshooter:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-update-troubleshooter-19bc41ca-ad72-ae67-af3c-89ce169755dd#WindowsVersion=Windows_11

If none of the above suggestions resolves your issue, we may need to request additional information about your system, with some diagnostic logs....

Hi:
 
These are both "PREVIEW" updates.
 
https://www.elevenforum.com/t/kb5035942-windows-11-cumulative-update-preview-build-22621-3374-22h2-and-22631-3374-23h2.23843/
https://www.elevenforum.com/t/kb5036035-cumulative-update-preview-net-framework-3-5-and-4-8-1-23h2.23844/
 
So, you don't need either of them.
 
Just wait for the relevant bits to be incorporated into the next monthly, "Patch Tuesday" updates.
 
As a general rule for home users, unless you like to "beta test" unstable software, there's no need to install Preview Updates.
And I certainly would not do so on my main production box unless I had a robust system imaging routine that would allow undoing the changes if the updates go pear-shaped.
 
Just my two cents and worth less

Since the update did not go in would suggest that you run from a Administrator  Command Prompt : SFC /SCANNOW to fix any system errors may have and to prepare for next month.
 
As well make sure your drive has 15 % or more free at all times.
 
Clean up your System using Disk CleanUp since 1995 from the Start Menu.  Then run it again and Click on Clean System Files.
 
The Microsoft Store is now an integral part of Updating Windows 11.     Open the MS Store and go down the left side to Library and Update what you use.

And consider the Windows 11 Update Troubleshooter:
 
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-update-troubleshooter-19bc41ca-ad72-ae67-af3c-89ce169755dd#WindowsVersion=Windows_11
 
 
If none of the above suggestions resolves your issue, we may need to request additional information about your system, with some diagnostic logs....

Edited by MoxieMomma, 28 March 2024 - 06:42 AM.

Note : there is no need to use the Quote All Box it is a left over of  days gone by. use the Quote Tool in the Toolbar if needed to draw attention to a specific or can use proper English " "    

@MoxieMomma

  Does the Drastic still delete all the update info out of Update History ??  Been years since I have done or recommended that one.

Article date : March 27, 2024   Microsoft reminded customers today that the Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro editions will continue to receive non-security preview updates until June 26.

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-11-22h2-home-and-pro-get-preview-updates-until-june-26/

Then no more ever.... what does that look like...hahahaha ! love it or hate it!

Edited by Pkshadow, 28 March 2024 - 05:40 PM.

OH...OOPS... that is interesting, just noticed after hit post.   Says 22H2 so that is EOL and you/me are 23H2 so stuck forever with it then..