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March 30, 2025

Microsoft tests new Windows 11 tool to remotely fix boot crashes

Microsoft is testing a new tool for Windows 11 called Quick Machine Recovery, which aims to address issues related to buggy drivers and configurations that hinder the operating system's startup. This tool is part of the Windows Resiliency Initiative, designed to enhance system stability and minimize downtime by automating the detection, diagnosis, and rectification of critical failures. Quick Machine Recovery will allow Microsoft to deploy targeted remediations remotely during widespread outages affecting device startup, thus automating fixes without complex manual interventions. The tool will automatically initiate when a new driver or configuration change disrupts startup, establishing an internet connection to transmit crash data to Microsoft for analysis and remote fixes. Microsoft plans to enable this feature by default in Windows 11 Home editions, with customization options for enterprise users. A test remediation package will soon be released for Windows Insider Preview Beta Channel users to experience Quick Machine Recovery.

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October 3, 2024

Microsoft warns of Windows 11 24H2 gaming performance issues

Microsoft has blocked the rollout of Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on select systems due to issues affecting gaming, particularly with Asphalt 8 and the Easy Anti-Cheat application. Users have reported that Asphalt 8 may freeze or become unresponsive after the upgrade, requiring a restart. Microsoft acknowledged these issues and noted that they primarily affect devices with Intel Alder Lake+ processors and the vPro platform, potentially causing system freezes or blue screens with the “MEMORY_MANAGEMENT” error. Most affected systems use Easy Anti-Cheat drivers released before April 2024. Microsoft has implemented compatibility holds (safeguard IDs 52796746 and 52325539) to prevent the upgrade on devices affected by these issues, advising against manual upgrades until resolved. A fix for the Asphalt 8 issues is in development, and Microsoft has also addressed other issues related to reboot loops and connectivity failures following a previous update.

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October 1, 2024

Microsoft fixes Windows KB5043145 reboot loops, USB and Bluetooth issues

Microsoft has addressed issues caused by the Windows KB5043145 preview update, which led to reboot loops, system freezes, and failures in USB and Bluetooth device connectivity. Users reported their systems either loading the Automatic Repair tool or entering BitLocker recovery mode after repeated reboots. The update caused hardware connected via USB and Bluetooth, such as keyboards and printers, to malfunction, indicated by a yellow exclamation mark under the USB Host Controller in Device Manager. To resolve these issues, Microsoft implemented a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) to reverse the problematic update and is working on integrating this fix into an upcoming Windows update. Administrators managing affected Windows enterprise devices can resolve the issue by installing the Windows 11 22H2 KB5043145 240904_041021 KIR Group Policy, which requires a system restart to apply. Microsoft has previously addressed similar issues with updates affecting Windows Server 2019 and other versions.