How to Fix - This update can’t be downloaded and installed because it’s not yet ready for your device on Windows 11.

If you are trying to install the latest version of Windows 11 but keep getting stuck with the following error message - This update can’t be downloaded and installed because it’s not yet ready for your device. This article will guide you through quite a few different options you can use to solve this problem.

How to Fix - This update can’t be downloaded and installed because it’s not yet ready for your device on Windows 11.

Before you start the more detailed fixes in this guide make sure you try the following things first, they are quick and easy and shouldn't take long to go through.

Clear the SoftwareDistribution Folder & Reset Windows Update Components

Windows stores update files in the SoftwareDistribution folder. Corruption in this folder can cause update failures. To fix this:

Check Secure Boot Status

Secure Boot may need to be enabled for the update to install.

Use the Media Creation Tool

Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool allows you to install Windows 11 manually:

Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant

An alternative to the Media Creation Tool, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant can also help install feature updates. Download it from the Microsoft website and follow the on-screen instructions.

Download Updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog

If the update isn’t installing via Windows Update:

Why is my Windows Update not installing?

If a Windows Update fails to install, try these steps:

How to manually install Windows 11 23H2?

To install the 23H2 update manually

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