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Windows 10 Updates

Find the most updated information for Windows 10 update related issues along with tips on actions to take before installing the update on your PC.

Before you update

Before you update the Windows 10 versions of your computer, here are a few recommended steps that should be completed

1. Check product compatibility:

   Installing Windows 10 updates on non-compatible products may result in issues that may break functions or features. HP keeps a record of all products that are tested for newer Windows 10 versions. For tested products, HP will provide updated driver and software.Click here to view a list of tested products

2. Run Performance tune-up:

   HP performance tune up can help improve system performance and free-up space so that updates can download and install on you PC.

1. Update BIOS:

   BIOS is a key element that ensures newer updates and existing components can work together. Ensure that you have the latest BIOS installed in your PC before updating Windows 10. To learn more about how to install updated BIOS, visit the documents below.
   • Updating the BIOS for HP Laptops
   • Updating the BIOS for Desktops

2. Update Graphics Drivers:

   An out-of-date graphics driver can cause the Windows update to fail and roll back. It is recommended to check and ensure that the latest Graphics drivers are installed in your computer before starting the update process. Visit theSoftware Download Pageto select your product and download the latest driver.

3. Check for updates:

   Select theStartbutton, and then go toSettings>Update & security>Windows Update, and selectCheck for updates. If Windows Update says your device is up to date, you have all the updates that are currently available. For additional information visitUpdating drivers and software with Windows update.

Windows 10 Known Issues

HP and Microsoft work together to identify issues that may occur post Windows 10 updates. As issues are identified, HP will release updated drivers and software as fixes through Windows update as well as our Software Download pages. It is recommended that you run all Windows updates to ensure that all latest drivers, software and fixes are installed in your PC. Here is a list of top known issues that may occur on HP products post a Windows 10 update is installed.

How to Download or Update Software and Drivers for HP Computers

HP constantly strives to improve its products and periodically provides updates for software,drivers, and firmwarefree of charge. So, keep your HP or Compaq computer up-to-date and running smoothly by updating thesoftwareon a regular basis.

Visit the following document to know how to update your HP computer to have the latest software and drivers available.

• Downloading or Updating Software and Drivers for HP Computers

Fix Issues

Fix common issues in Windows 10 like wireless and Bluetooth, no sound and blue screen errors

How to use Bluetooth on Windows 10 HP PCs

Slow Performance on Windows 10 HP Computer

Sound not working on Windows 10 HP PCs

Wireless Network and Internet Connection issues in Windows 10

Blue screen error messages in Windows 10 HP PCs

Touch screen not working on Windows 10 HP PCs

HP Battery Check

Manage User Accounts and Logins in Windows 10

HP Windows 10 System Recovery

HP Windows 10 Sleep and Hibernate Issues

Known Issues with Windows 10

How to use Bluetooth on Windows 10 HP PCs

Bluetooth wireless technology provides short-range communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices, such as printers, audio devices, and computers. Some examples include:

• Sharingpictures with other Bluetooth devices nearby
• Sendingfilesto a Bluetooth printer
• Transferringfiles to nearby Bluetooth computers
• Listening tomusicon a Bluetooth headset

The document below will help you learn to connect and use Bluetooth compatible devices to your computer, such as printers and headsets.

• Using Bluetooth Devices in Windows 10

Slow Performance on Windows 10 HP Computer

Your computer is not performing as expected? Do you see any of the following symptoms?

• Performanceissues with a program or application