As a result of being a minor update, the process will not require a full reinstallation, and the experience will be similar to a monthly cumulative update. If you’re not running the May 2019 Update, then upgrading to version 1909 will require full installation just like in previous releases. The new version will also download and install automatically, but only on devices running a version nearing the end of service. (Microsoft has yet to announce the date when devices will receive the new version automatically. The good news is that it won’t be the same day as the official release date for version 1909.) Although it may not always be the case, when a new release of Windows 10 becomes available, it may still contain bugs, new or existing features may not work correctly, and drivers may break as a result of compatibility problems with the new version, which is why it’s a good idea to defer an upgrade until you are sure that most problems are resolved. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to block Windows 10 from installing the November 2019 Update on your computer using the Settings app, Group Policy, and setting a metered connection (if you’re running Windows 10 Home).
How to block Windows 10 version 1909 using Settings How to block Windows 10 version 1909 using Group Policy How to block Windows 10 version 1909 on Windows 10 Home
How to block Windows 10 version 1909 using Settings
If you’re running Windows 10 Pro or Windows 10 Home, the November 2019 Update won’t download automatically until you start the process manually. This means that if you want to prevent Windows 10 from installing the new version, then don’t click the Download and Install now option in the “Windows Update” settings page. If you want to go a step further or your device is nearing the end of service, on Windows 10 Pro, you can use the Settings app to block new feature updates using the advanced settings for Windows Update. Using the Windows as a Service (WaaS) servicing program, you can delay a new version for up to 365 days since the day it was original released. Use these steps to block feature updates using the Settings app: Once you complete the steps, Windows 10 will not install a new version until after the defer time you specified. Windows Update settings with Advanced options Delay Windows 10 version 1909 using Settings You’ll also notice that there’s an option to defer monthly updates, but you can only postpone these updates up to 30 days. However, you can use the Pause Updates option that temporarily prevents new updates (including feature updates) from being installed for up to 35 days.
How to block Windows 10 version 1909 using Group Policy
Alternatively, you can also block the Windows 10 November 2019 Update using the Local Group Policy editor. Use the steps to defer feature updates using Group Policy: After you complete the steps, Windows 10 won’t try to download and install version 1909 until the day you specified in the policy. Group Policy Windows Update for business policies Select when Preview Builds and Feature Updates are received policy
How to block Windows 10 version 1909 on Windows 10 Home
If you’re running Windows 10 Home, you can’t defer the November 2019 Update on your computer by simply not initiating the upgrade process manually through Windows Update. However, you can always set a Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection as metered, which limits access to the internet, including the ability to download and install feature updates automatically.
Setting a Wi-Fi connection as metered to delay version 1909
Use these steps to set a wireless connection as metered on Windows 10:
Setting an Ethernet connection as metered to delay version 1909
Use these steps to set a Ethernet (wired) connection as metered on Windows 10: Windows 10 Wi-Fi settings Set Wi-Fi connection as metered on Windows 10 This method will block all kinds of updates, meaning that your computer will be unprotected until you disable the metered connection. Windows 10 Ethernet settings Set Ethernet connection as metered on Windows 10 This guide outlines multiple methods to stop the next version of Windows 10 (version 1909) from installing automatically on your device, but you should only use these recommendations if you know something is wrong with the update or you have a good reason. Although updates can introduce new problems, they’re important to safeguard your data and installation from hackers and malware. These instructions are only meant to help you stop Windows 10 from installing a new version until you’re sure that bugs and issues during the early days have been resolved to prevent problems on your laptop or desktop. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
