Microsoft has started to automatically update computers running Windows 11 version 21H2 to version 22H2. The reason for this is that version 21H1 will end of support (or EOS) on October 10, 2023.
Microsoft has been steadily releasing automatic feature updates to continue to service Windows 11 21H2 computers. However, this version of the operating system is close to its EOS, the company decided to launch an automated update to migrate these machines to Windows 11 22H2. The release is happening this week to the general public.
Microsoft tries to update both Windows 11 21H2 and Windows 10 PCs
Microsoft started showing a notification on Windows 10 PCs that support Windows 11 a few days ago inviting users to upgrade to the new 22H2 version of Windows 11. Additionally, Windows 11 Home and Pro PCs that are on the 21H2 version will begin update to version 22H2 automatically. The company says:
Today we begin automatically updating consumer and unmanaged business devices running Windows 11, version 21H2 Home and Pro, to Windows 11, version 22H2.
Since Windows 10, we’ve helped Windows users stay current and secure with supported versions of Windows through automatic updates. We’re taking that same approach for Windows 11 to help you stay protected and productive.
Microsoft added, also saying that “If you are interested in switching to Windows 11, version 22H2 immediately, open Windows Update settings and select ‘Check for Updates’. If your device is ready, you will see the option to download and install .”
If there are any compatibility issues, Microsoft will block the update
In case the user’s computer has any incompatibility with drivers, Microsoft will block the upgrade to Windows 11 version 22H2. There is currently only one conflict that blocks the update: the Intel Smar Sound (Intel SST) driver, which causes BSODs (Blue Screen of Death). The issue can be resolved by updating the Intel SST drivers to versions 10.30.00.5714 (or later) and 10.29.00.5714 (or later).
