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Windows 10 Update won’t install on Alienware laptops

Author: Kate Beckinsale
by Kate Beckinsale
Posted: Apr 18, 2019

Windows 10 Update won’t install on Alienware laptops

Alienware laptops are tailor-made for the ideal gamer. They are sleek, fast and dynamic. As a subsidiary of the Dell Company, Alienware develops and deals with everything related to gaming and entertainment. No other laptop brand in the world can quite match up to Alienware when it comes to gaming. But in spite of such amazing features, Alienware laptops do have errors that can be quite frustrating for users. The most common error Alienware users encounter is related to software updates. After Microsoft released the Windows 10 update many laptop users found themselves calling the Dell Printer Technical Support Number because they could not install the system updates. If you are reading this article because you also find yourself in a similar situation then just follow the steps mentioned below to troubleshoot your Alienware laptop.

Compatibility Issues with Alienware Laptops

Whenever you update the operating system on your computer it leads to certain changes in the system settings. These changes in the settings can adversely affect the applications and programs that are already installed on your computer. After reviewing feedback given by users Microsoft acknowledged that there may be compatibility issues with certain Alienware laptops that can prevent Windows 10 from installing. The following Alienware laptop models reported issues

  • Alienware 13 R3
  • Alienware 15 R3
  • Alienware 15 R4
  • Alienware 17 R4
  • Alienware 17 R5

Alienware users who had these laptops were faced with the possibility of installing the update and then being greeted with a blank screen when the restarted the laptop using the battery saver mode. Both Microsoft and Alienware acknowledged the bug and resolved to implement updates to overcome the error.

Steps to fix Windows 10 update error on Alienware Laptops

Alienware laptop users can follow the step given below to go around the compatibility block to install the update:

  • Uninstall all graphics processing unit drivers using the Control Panel on your computer. You can go ahead and disable the GPU in Management.
  • Open Windows system settings and switch on the Airplane mode
  • Save all your data and restart your Alienware laptop
  • Keep in mind that you need to use the Update wizard and not the Windows 10 Update tool to install the system updates.
  • Before initiating the updates, turn off Airplane mode and begin downloading.
  • After the Windows 10 download is complete you can turn the Airplane mode back on.

It is important to note that the steps mentioned above are much more complicated to follow and giving detailed technical steps would be difficult in such an article. If you see that the problem persists and you still cannot install the Windows 10 update on your Alienware laptop then the best thing to do is to speak to a certified expert about the problem. You can call the Dell Printer Customer Service Number on the website and ask for technical assistance. Experts are available 24 hours day to guide you and to provide the best solution to any Alienware laptop related error.

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Dell is among the biggest names in the industry today and Dell printers especially are the most popular and are used by millions of customers in different countries. Although they are the best in their performance but still if you face any technical

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Author: Kate Beckinsale

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