Windows Update Not Found in History?
Windows Update Not Found in History?
I'm experiencing a problem linked to KB5034204, the Windows optional update. I'm attempting to revert it, but it isn't showing up in the Update History of Windows Update. Could you clarify if Microsoft excludes certain updates from the list to avoid removal? Or is there a timing issue that restricts access after a specific period? Alternatively, might this indicate I missed receiving this update during my recent installation cycle? Given my consistent regular updates over the past month, I expect it should have been applied.
Some Windows updates are not removable. Since this one is optional, it should be possible. You might attempt to remove the update via the command prompt in administrator mode.
C:\Windows\system32\wusa /uninstall /kb5034204
It seems this update is a LCU - (Latest Cumulative Update)
Remember to add a space before the forward slashes
The update may indicate it's not installed
Ensure you create a restore point before moving forward or back up the system in case Windows fails after removal
Thanks for your input! Here’s a revised version:
The issue seems linked to the "GameInput" service, which can be disabled and may resolve the problem. Should I focus on disabling just this service rather than uninstalling an entire update? I’m unsure if any other Microsoft updates in KB5034204 are still relevant. Is there a way to verify that? Also, could it be that I missed receiving KB5034204 altogether, since not everyone gets the same updates?
You can completely turn off the GameInput Service and observe the results. It offers a quicker and more straightforward alternative to the other choice. I wasn't aware that a single service was responsible for the issue.
I attempted your wmic qfe list command and it didn't show KB5034204. I've also heard it might have been merged with another update and replaced. I'm assuming this version wasn't pushed down. Disabling the single service has already helped so far. Hope it works.
What helped me...
For those dealing with a Windows Explorer issue linked to KB5034204, I resolved it by turning off the GameInputService in the Windows Services configuration. Disabling the service stopped the problem completely. It's been several days since then and there are no more errors.