Talk about Windows 10 update 1809.
Talk about Windows 10 update 1809.
Hi everyone, I'm using Windows 10 64-bit version 1809 right now. I'm experiencing several issues like crashes and blue screens. I've heard about problems with this version and want to share them here: system files got corrupted during installation, audio problems making it hard to hear sounds or music, random disk errors in the C partition, and Task Manager processes appearing disorganized even after sorting. I'm wondering if this version is problematic and should I uninstall it? I've tried reinstalling but the issues persist. I'm hoping someone can suggest a more stable version, like Windows 10 8.1, or at least help me find a better option to resolve these problems. Thanks in advance!
Not everyone will encounter problems with the latest update. I'm focusing on cases that some users have faced. I've noticed a few issues in my testing. For checking and testing, a stable Windows version is recommended—would you consider 8.1? I can't use 7 due to my UEFI BIOS setup. Edited March 2, 2019 by The Strange
This was actually my first setup with Windows 10, version 1809.
Thanks for providing this update. I’m experiencing occasional crashes and blue screens despite the errors being resolved, even though my system remains responsive. I suspect the issue might be related to Windows updates rather than my HDD, as it should slow things down if the drive is failing. My PC runs smoothly, so I’m trying to determine a stable Windows version to test. Could someone recommend a reliable version for installation?
I've been testing 1809 on several platforms over the past few months and everything has held up without any problems. This doesn't confirm a driver-related issue, nor does it support the idea that another hardware component is at fault as suggested by @Radium_Angel. Persistent disk errors usually indicate a drive or controller malfunction, so I'd begin there. If the operating system loads a corrupted system file, it could trigger BSODs. Use tools like Gsmartcontrol to check the drive's SMART status or errors. If the drive appears healthy, consider running an sfc scan or DISM check/restore health to verify your Windows installation.
Disk Errors are limited to the system partition ©. I have another partition and never experienced any issues there. I also have a different HDD working alongside the current one (it was removed recently), but it hasn’t shown any errors either. As long as the problems appear only in C, it might be related to Windows. If a second HDD has poor health, it could slow down the whole system. I’ve faced this before with my older PC a few years ago by replacing the faulty drive. I’m sharing some concerns about version 10.1 1809. I saw similar problems on other sites—people mentioned struggles with these updates. With respect, but it’s hard to say any Windows version is completely stable. Stability seems to improve when updates stop being frequent, like with Windows 7 and 8.1. Would you consider trying an older version or the most stable one available for Windows 10?
This situation becomes hard to resolve if you don’t perform a basic disk check. A drive’s condition can shift unexpectedly, past records don’t guarantee stability. Checking current data helps confirm the problem isn’t widespread. Most challenges in 1809 stemmed from upgrade complications rather than general issues. I haven’t noticed fresh installs causing trouble unless hardware is involved. We’ve rolled out 1809 across hundreds of client machines; widespread dissatisfaction would be costly, even with a small percentage affected. If troubleshooting feels overwhelming, consider using an ISO for 1709 or 1803—they still receive updates. See the referenced table for build numbers and support timelines (ref: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help...fact-sheet). Windows 10 version history shows support ended in various editions over time.