Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11’s July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it
Microsoft has blocked the July Windows 11 update for certain Dell devices following reports of random shutdowns and overheating.
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The brief
Microsoft has confirmed that some Dell PCs are experiencing random shutdowns after installing the July Windows 11 update. Reports also indicate that affected devices are seeing an increase in heat.
Coverage from BleepingComputer, XDA, and Windows Latest emphasizes that Microsoft is blocking the update for some Dell devices to prevent further issues. The Register notes that Patch Tuesday was cancelled for these specific users.
Future developments depend on Microsoft's resolution of the shutdown and overheating issues to allow the update to resume for affected Dell hardware.
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Quick answers
What is happening to Dell PCs after the July update?
Some devices are randomly shutting down and experiencing increased heat.
How has Microsoft responded to these reports?
Microsoft has admitted to the problem and blocked the July update for some Dell devices.
Which specific update is causing the issue?
The Windows 11 July update, including the Patch Tuesday release for some users.
Coverage (5)
- Microsoft Confirms Dell Laptops Shut Down, Increase Heat Following July Windows Update CyberSecurityNews · 13h ago
- Microsoft pauses Windows 11's July update for some Dell devices because they're randomly shutting down XDA · 13h ago
- Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates BleepingComputer · 13h ago
- Microsoft cancels Patch Tuesday for some Dell users over surprise shutdowns, overheating devices The Register · 13h ago
- Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11’s July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it Windows Latest · 13h ago
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