Windows 11 23H2 update Archives

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March 13, 2025

Haunted printers turning on by themselves and printing nonsense has to be one of my favorite Windows 11 bugs ever

The Windows 11 23H2 update KB5050092 has been reported to cause USB printers to print random gibberish or unusual characters. This issue affects USB-connected dual-mode printers using both USB Print and IPP Over USB protocols. Microsoft acknowledges the problem, which arises from the interaction between the printer driver and the print spooler. Users can identify the issue if their printer outputs pages starting with "POST /ipp/print HTTP/1.1." Microsoft offers a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) to revert to a previous state before the update. Similar printing issues have been reported by Windows users in the past.

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March 12, 2025

Printers start speaking in tongues after Windows 11 update

Users of USB-connected dual-mode printers are experiencing erratic outputs, producing nonsensical text due to a problematic update from Microsoft, specifically the Windows 11 23H2 update (KB5050092) released in late January. This glitch affects dual-mode printers using both USB Print and Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) over USB, leading to random data outputs that often start with 'POST /ipp/print HTTP/1.1'. The issue arises when the printer is powered on or reconnected, as the print spooler incorrectly transmits certain IPP protocol messages. Microsoft has suggested that the Known Issue Rollback (KIR) feature can mitigate the problem temporarily, and a permanent fix is planned for a future Windows update.

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October 16, 2024

Some Western Digital SSDs cause Windows 11 crashes after 2024 update

Windows 11's 2024 update, 24H2, has caused system failures and Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors for some users, particularly those with specific Western Digital SSD models, namely the WD SN770 and WD SN580. The crashes occur after upgrading to the 24H2 update, displaying a “Critical Process Has Died” error. The issue may stem from faulty memory drivers managing the 200 Host Memory Buffers (HMBs) associated with these SSDs. Previous issues were reported with these models during the Windows 11 23H2 update. Users experiencing crashes are advised to disable HMB in the Windows Registry as a temporary workaround, although this may affect performance. Microsoft and Western Digital are aware of the issue and are working on a solution, but no official communication has been released yet.

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September 27, 2024

Windows 11 KB5043145 update released with 13 changes and fixes

Microsoft has released the September 2024 preview cumulative update for Windows 11, known as KB5043145, targeting versions 23H2 and 22H2. This update includes 13 enhancements and fixes, addressing issues such as freezes in Microsoft Edge and the task manager. It allows Windows administrators to test bug fixes and new features ahead of the October 2024 Patch Tuesday release. Key features of the update include a new method for sharing local files from search results on the taskbar, modifications to the Windows Share window, and improvements to account management in the Start menu. It resolves freeze-related issues in Microsoft Edge while in IE mode and when transitioning themes in the task manager. To install the update, users can go to Settings > Windows Update and select "Check for Updates." The update elevates Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems to builds 22621.4249 and 22631.4249, respectively. Additional fixes include a single credential prompt for Outlook and encrypted email apps, management of Copilot Pro subscriptions within Settings, and resolution of syncing issues with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. Microsoft has announced that the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 22H2 will end service on October 8th, 2024, while support for Enterprise and Education editions will continue. Users are encouraged to upgrade to the latest version for ongoing updates. The Windows 11 23H2 update was released on October 31st as an enablement package and is now available to all eligible users.

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September 3, 2024

The AMD Zen 5 Gaming postmortem: Larger generational gains than many reported, game-boosting Windows Update tested, Ryzen 5 7600X3D gaming benchmarks, too | Tom’s Hardware

AMD launched the Zen 5-powered Ryzen 9000 processors, facing initial challenges including delayed sample deliveries and disappointing early reviews that reported minimal performance improvements in gaming. However, retesting showed that the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X outperformed their predecessors by approximately 12%. The Ryzen 7 9700X achieved a 9.3% gain and the Ryzen 5 9600X reached a 10% increase under stock configurations, while gains diminished to 6.6% and 7.8% with AMD’s Expo memory overclocking. Built-in benchmarks indicated higher generational performance compared to custom game scenes, with built-in benchmarks showing an 11.00% gain for the Ryzen 7 9700X versus an 8.50% increase in custom scenes. The Windows 11 23H2 update positively impacted AMD’s performance, while Intel's performance gains from the same update were minimal, with the Core i9-14900K and Core i5-14600K showing no substantial improvements.

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August 28, 2024

Microsoft backports AMD branch prediction improvement to Windows 11 23H2, update available now — more users will see Ryzen performance improvements | Tom’s Hardware

AMD has confirmed that optimizations for branch prediction, expected to boost performance, have been backported to the Windows 11 23H2 update (KB5041587). An AMD spokesperson indicated that the performance uplift from this update would be similar to that of the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update. Windows 11 24H2 is currently in the Release Preview phase. Early reviewers have reported noticeable performance improvements in several games, though some titles have experienced regressions. The Ryzen 9 9950X has faced criticism for not meeting performance uplift claims, with factors such as instability issues with Intel's processors and testing conditions contributing to this. AMD's branch prediction optimization is labeled as "AMD-specific." Further testing will be necessary to assess the true impact on performance for Ryzen owners.

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July 18, 2024

The wait is over — Windows 11 23H2 update is now available for everyone

- Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 23H2 update is now available broadly to all users. - Microsoft will automatically upgrade Windows 11 Home and Pro devices running 22H2 to 23H2 to ensure they receive the latest security patches. - Windows 11 23H2 comes with new features such as taskbar regrouping, volume mixer, RGB lighting controls, and native 7Z and RAR support.

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July 11, 2024

Microsoft has fixed the nasty update bug causing Windows 11 boot loops | Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft has resolved a reboot loop issue in a Windows 11 update that primarily affected users utilizing virtual machine tools and virtualization features. The bug has been fixed with an update released on July 9, allowing Microsoft to resume the update rollout.

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June 30, 2024

Windows 11 23H2 update tests a “Continue from Phone” feature for Android

The "Continue from Phone" feature in Windows 11 Beta channel allows users to seamlessly transition their work from a mobile device to their PC using Phone Link.

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June 27, 2024

Boot loop delays Microsoft’s forced Windows 11 Version 23H2’s rollout — controversial update hits a roadblock | Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft has halted the rollout of the Windows 11 23H2 update due to a forced restart issue, particularly affecting PCs using virtualization.