Windows 10 Updates Manual Download

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Microsoft makes available updates for Windows 10 in the regular basis to patch any security hole and to improve the functionality of the operating system. However, even now that updates are mandatory to keep devices always up to date, sometimes updates may not appear for download on your computer for a long time.

Although Windows Update is the preferred method to get updates, Microsoft also allows users to manually download new patches as they become available through the 'Microsoft Update Catalog' website. While mainly a resource for IT administrators who need to test updates before pushing them to devices in their network, you can use the Update Catalog to quickly download a new update if it's not showing for you in Windows Update as an alternative option.

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In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through the steps to find, download, and install updates manually on your device.

How to download cumulative updates

It's important to note that the Microsoft Update Catalog doesn't list anything, instead it's a search page, where you must know exactly the update you want to download.

The easiest way to find an update is knowing its Knowledge Base reference number. For example, on October 11th, Microsoft released Windows 10 build 14393.321, which Knowledge Base reference was KB3194798. You can find the references when we publish a new article about a new update, or when you visit the Windows 10 Update History website. Then do the following:

  1. Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog website.

    Quick Tip: If you can't access the site using Microsoft Edge, you can also try opening a new InPrivate window, which should let you get through.

  2. Do a search for the update using the KB number for the update you want. For example, KB3194798.

  3. Click the Download button for the 64-bit or 32-bit version of the update. If you don't know your system type, do the following:

    1. Open Settings.
    2. Click on System.
    3. Click on About.
    4. See System type.

  4. A pop-up window will appear with a direct download link, click it to download the .msu file.

How to install cumulative updates

While you can simply double-click the .msu file to install a new update for Windows 10, you may prefer to include options, such as to prevent the operating system from restarting to finish applying the update, which is something you can do using Command Prompt.

  1. Use the Windows key + I keyboard shortcut to open the Power User menu and select Command Prompt (admin).
  2. Type the following command and press Enter:

    wusa C:PATH-TO-UPDATENAME-OF-UPDATE.msu /quiet /norestart

    Note: We're adding the /quiet /norestart switches to prevent the operating system from restarting your computer after installing the update, but later on, you must manually reboot your device to finish applying the update.

    Quick Tip: If the name of the update turns to be very long, simply begin typing 'Windows10.0-kb' and the hit the Tab key to autocomplete the name.

Wrapping things up

The Microsoft Update Catalog website works best using Internet Explorer, but recent changes that removes ActiveX requirement now allows users to access the site using Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Additionally, alongside cumulative updates, you can also download the latest updates for certain device drivers, and Surface updates.

It's worth pointing out that even though sometimes updates won't get through because of a problem on your computer, there will be other times when an update won't show up because it's not compatible with your system. If you install a patch that is not working correctly, you can always use our guide to uninstall a problematic update.

While we're focusing this guide on Windows 10, the same concept shown here works to download and install updates on previous versions of the operating system, including Windows 8.1 and Windows 7.

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Find information on known issues and the status of the rollout for Windows 10, version 1903 and Windows Server, version 1903. Looking for a specific issue? Press CTRL + F (or Command + F if you are using a Mac) and enter your search term(s).

Windows 10, version 1903 (the May 2019 Update) is designated ready for broad deployment for all users via Windows Update.
We recommend commercial customers running earlier versions of Windows 10 begin broad deployments of Windows 10, version 1903 in their organizations.
Note Follow @WindowsUpdate to find out when new content is published to the release information dashboard.

Known issues

This table offers a summary of current active issues and those issues that have been resolved in the last 30 days.

SummaryOriginating updateStatusLast updated
Issues with some older versions of Avast and AVG anti-virus products
Microsoft and Avast has identified compatibility issues with some versions of Avast and AVG Antivirus.
See details >
N/A
Mitigated External
November 25, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Intermittent loss of Wi-Fi connectivity
Some older devices may experience loss of Wi-Fi connectivity due to an outdated Qualcomm driver.
See details >
OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
November 22, 2019
04:10 PM PT
Unable to discover or connect to Bluetooth devices using some Realtek adapters
Microsoft has identified compatibility issues with some versions of Realtek Bluetooth radio drivers.
See details >
OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
November 15, 2019
05:59 PM PT
Updates may fail to install and you may receive Error 0x80073701
Installation of updates may fail and you may receive error code 0x80073701.
See details >
OS Build 18362.145
May 29, 2019
KB4497935
Resolved
November 12, 2019
08:11 AM PT
Unable to create local users in Chinese, Japanese and Korean during device setup
You might be unable to create users in Chinese, Japanese and Korean using Input Method Editor (IME) during OOBE.
See details >
OS Build 18362.356
September 10, 2019
KB4515384
Mitigated
November 12, 2019
08:05 AM PT
TLS connections might fail or timeout
Transport Layer Security (TLS) connections might fail or timeout when connecting or attempting a resumption.
See details >
OS Build 18362.418
October 08, 2019
KB4517389
Mitigated External
November 05, 2019
03:36 PM PT
Intel Audio displays an intcdaud.sys notification
Devices with a range of Intel Display Audio device drivers may experience battery drain.
See details >
OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
November 12, 2019
08:04 AM PT
Gamma ramps, color profiles, and night light settings do not apply in some cases
Microsoft has identified some scenarios where gamma ramps, color profiles and night light settings may stop working.
See details >
OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved
KB4505903
July 26, 2019
02:00 PM PT
Cannot launch Camera app
Microsoft and Intel have identified an issue affecting Intel RealSense SR300 or Intel RealSense S200 camera apps.
See details >
OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved
KB4501375
June 27, 2019
10:00 AM PT

Issue details

November 2019

DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Issues with some older versions of Avast and AVG anti-virus products
Microsoft and Avast has identified compatibility issues with some older versions of Avast Antivirus and AVG Antivirus that might still be installed by a small number of users. Any application from Avast or AVG that contains Antivirus version 19.5.4444.567 or earlier is affected.
To safeguard your upgrade experience, we have applied a hold on devices with affected Avast and AVG Antivirus from being offered or installing Windows 10, version 1903 or Windows 10, version 1909, until the application is updated.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1909; Windows 10, version 1903
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1909; Windows Server, version 1903
Workaround: Before updating to Windows 10, version 1903 or Windows 10, version 1909, you will need to download and install an updated version of your Avast or AVG application. Guidance for Avast and AVG customers can be found in the following support articles:
Note We recommend that you do not attempt to manually update using the Update now button or the Media Creation Tool until a new version of your Avast or AVG application has been installed and the Windows 10, version 1903 or Windows 10, version 1909 feature update has been automatically offered to you.

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N/A
Mitigated External
Last updated:
November 25, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Opened:
November 22, 2019
04:10 PM PT
TLS connections might fail or timeout
Updates for Windows released October 8, 2019 or later provide protections, tracked by CVE-2019-1318, against an attack that could allow unauthorized access to information or data within TLS connections. This type of attack is known as a man-in-the-middle exploit. Windows might fail to connect to TLS clients and servers that do not support Extended Master Secret for resumption (RFC 7627). Lack of RFC support might cause one or more of the following errors or logged events:
  • 'The request was aborted: Could not create SSL/TLS secure Channel'
  • SCHANNEL event 36887 is logged in the System event log with the description, 'A fatal alert was received from the remote endpoint. The TLS protocol defined fatal alert code is 20.​'
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10, version 1803; Windows 10, version 1709; Windows 10, version 1703; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2016; Windows 10, version 1607; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2015; Windows 8.1; Windows 7 SP1
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1903; Windows Server, version 1809; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server, version 1803; Windows Server, version 1709 ; Windows Server 2016; Windows Server 2012 R2; Windows Server 2012; Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1; Windows Server 2008 SP2

Next Steps: Connections between two devices running any supported version of Windows should not have this issue when fully updated. There is no update for Windows needed for this issue. These changes are required to address a security issue and security compliance. For information, see KB4528489.

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OS Build 18362.418
October 08, 2019
KB4517389
Mitigated External
Last updated:
November 05, 2019
03:36 PM PT
Opened:
November 05, 2019
03:36 PM PT

October 2019

DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Unable to create local users in Chinese, Japanese and Korean during device setup
When setting up a new Windows device using the Out of Box Experience (OOBE), you might be unable to create a local user when using Input Method Editor (IME). This issue might affect you if you are using the IME for Chinese, Japanese, or Korean languages.
Note This issue does not affect using a Microsoft Account during OOBE.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1909; Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10, version 1803; Windows 10, version 1709
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1909; Windows Server, version 1903; Windows Server, version 1809; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server, version 1803; Windows Server, version 1709
Workaround: To mitigate this issue, set the keyboard language to English during user creation or use a Microsoft Account to complete OOBE. You can set the keyboard language back to your preferred language after user creation. Once the OOBE is done and you are at the desktop, you can rename the current user using these instructions. If you prefer to create a new local user, see KB4026923.
Next steps: We are working on a resolution and will provide an update in an upcoming release.

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OS Build 18362.356
September 10, 2019
KB4515384
Mitigated
Last updated:
November 12, 2019
08:05 AM PT
Opened:
October 29, 2019
05:15 PM PT

August 2019

DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Updates may fail to install and you may receive Error 0x80073701
Installation of updates may fail and you may receive the error message, 'Updates Failed, There were problems installing some updates, but we'll try again later' or 'Error 0x80073701' on the Windows Update dialog or within Update history.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1903
Resolution: This issue has been resolved for most users. If you are still having issues, please see KB4528159.

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OS Build 18362.145
May 29, 2019
KB4497935
Resolved
Resolved:
November 12, 2019
08:11 AM PT
Opened:
August 16, 2019
01:41 PM PT

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DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Intermittent loss of Wi-Fi connectivity
Some older devices may experience loss of Wi-Fi connectivity due to an outdated Qualcomm driver. An updated Wi-Fi driver should be available from your device manufacturer (OEM).
To safeguard your upgrade experience, we have applied a hold on devices with affected Qualcomm driver from being offered Windows 10, version 1903 or Windows 10, version 1909, until the updated driver is installed.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1909; Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved with an updated Qualcomm Wifi driver and the safeguard hold has been removed. Please note, it can take up to 48 hours before you can update to offered Windows 10, version 1909 or Windows 10, version 1903.

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OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
Last updated:
November 22, 2019
04:10 PM PT
Opened:
May 21, 2019
07:13 AM PT
Unable to discover or connect to Bluetooth devices using some Realtek adapters
Microsoft has identified compatibility issues with some driver versions for Bluetooth radios made by Realtek. To safeguard your update experience, we have applied a compatibility hold on devices with affected driver versions for Realtek Bluetooth radios from being offered Windows 10, version 1903 or Windows Server, version 1903 until the driver has been updated.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1909; Windows 10, version 1903
  • Server: Windows 10, version 1909; Windows Server, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved with an updated driver for the affected Realtek Bluetooth radio and the safeguard hold has been removed. Please note, it can take up to 48 hours before you can update to offered Windows 10, version 1909 or Windows 10, version 1903.

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OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
Last updated:
November 15, 2019
05:59 PM PT
Opened:
May 21, 2019
07:29 AM PT
Intel Audio displays an intcdaud.sys notification
Microsoft and Intel have identified an issue with a range of Intel Display Audio device drivers that may result in higher than normal battery drain. If you see an intcdaud.sys notification or “What needs your attention” notification when trying to update to Windows 10, version 1903, you have an affected Intel Audio Display device driver installed on your machine (intcdaud.sys, versions 10.25.0.3 through 10.25.0.8).
To safeguard your update experience, we have applied a compatibility hold on devices with drivers from being offered Windows 10, version 1903 until updated device drivers have been installed.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809
Resolution: This issue was resolved with updated drivers from your device manufacturer (OEM) or Intel. The safeguard hold has been removed.
Note If you are still experiencing the issue described, please contact your device manufacturer (OEM).

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OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved External
Last updated:
November 12, 2019
08:04 AM PT
Opened:
May 21, 2019
07:22 AM PT
Gamma ramps, color profiles, and night light settings do not apply in some cases
Microsoft has identified some scenarios where gamma ramps, color profiles and night light settings may stop working.
Microsoft has identified some scenarios in which these features may have issues or stop working, for example:
  • Connecting to (or disconnecting from) an external monitor, dock, or projector
  • Rotating the screen
  • Updating display drivers or making other display mode changes
  • Closing full screen applications
  • Applying custom color profiles
  • Running applications that rely on custom gamma ramps
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved in KB4505903 and the safeguard hold has been removed.

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OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved
KB4505903
Resolved:
July 26, 2019
02:00 PM PT
Opened:
May 21, 2019
07:28 AM PT
Cannot launch Camera app
Microsoft and Intel have identified an issue affecting Intel RealSense SR300 and Intel RealSense S200 cameras when using the Camera app. After updating to the Windows 10 May 2019 Update and launching the Camera app, you may get an error message stating:

To safeguard your update experience, we have applied a protective hold on machines with Intel RealSense SR300 or Intel RealSense S200 cameras installed from being offered Windows 10, version 1903, until this issue is resolved.
Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved in KB4501375 and the safeguard hold has been removed.

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OS Build 18362.116
May 21, 2019
KB4505057
Resolved
KB4501375
Resolved:
June 27, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Opened:
May 21, 2019
07:20 AM PT