If you have Office 2010 or earlier and choose to perform a clean install of Windows 10, you will need to locate your Office product key.
For more information, check How to upgrade to Windows 10 on new devices that include Office 365. To redeem your copy of Office, please see Download and install Office 365 Home, Personal, or University on your PC. If you just purchased a new device that includes Office 365, we recommend redeeming (installing) Office before upgrading to Windows 10. See the Microsoft Update Catalog for instructions. You can import this update into Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) manually. To get the standalone package for KB5008603, search for it in the Microsoft Update Catalog. Please see the Volume Licensing Service Center for more information. Resolution: This issue was resolved in the out-of-band update KB5008603 released November 14, 2021. Windows 10 Enterprise isn’t available here. To check what edition you're currently running, go to PC info in PC settings or System in Control Panel, and look for Windows edition. You should also choose the same edition of Windows.
To see what language you're currently using, go to Time and language in PC settings or Region in Control Panel. You'll need to choose the same language when you install Windows 10.
We also recommend that you visit your PC manufacturer's website for info about updated drivers and hardware compatibility. See the system requirements before installing Windows 10. To check this on your PC, go to PC info in PC settings or System in Control Panel, and look for System type. You’ll create either the 64-bit or 32-bit version of Windows 10 that’s appropriate for your CPU. When burning a DVD from an ISO file, if you are told the disc image file is too large you will need to use Dual Layer (DL) DVD Media.Ĭheck these things on the PC where you want to install Windows 10:.We recommend using a blank USB or blank DVD, because any content on it will be deleted. A blank USB flash drive with at least 5 GB of space or blank DVD (and DVD burner) if you want to create media.Sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download.An internet connection (internet service provider fees may apply).Enable Spatial Sound settings: On your taskbar, right-click on the volume icon, selecting ‘Spatial Sound (Off)’, and select Windows Sonic, Dolby or any of the available options.Use a web browser instead of the affected app.If you’re affected, try these workarounds: Microsoft is currently investigating reports of high-pitched noise or squeak in certain apps on Windows 10 version 21H1, version 20H2 and version 2004. This bug was originally acknowledged in May and it remains unpatched, at least according to the latest release notes. Windows 10 is no stranger to encountering audio issues with its updates, with the recent May 2021 Update (version 21H1) causing new audio quality issues. If you’ve issues when installing games from the Store, head to the Windows Update (Updates & Security), check for updates, and look for a new optional patch under “Optional updates”. Reporting this problem will help us understand it better,” the error message reads.įortunately, a new emergency patch has been issued by Microsoft to help fix the errors on affected devices.