Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 22H2 large-scale update is being released in batches. If you ignore the performance problems encountered by Nvidia graphics cards, this version of the update is very stable for most users, but a new problem has been exposed recently. It crashed the affected computer with a nasty blue picture (BSOD), so Microsoft stepped in to prevent some Intel processor users from keeping up with the update.
Microsoft blocks some Intel processor users from updating to Windows 11 22H2 due to BSOD issues
at MicrosoftLatest published supporting documentsIt is mentioned that the blue screen problem encountered this time is mainly due to the Intel compatibility problem, which is caused by the Intel SST audio driver. The driver IntcAudioBus.sys with a version earlier than 10.29.0.5152 or 10.30.0.5152 is the cause of this problem. where. At present, Microsoft has set up a blocking wall that does not allow affected users to install 22H2, including users who are still using Windows 10. That is to say, Microsoft has blocked all affected hardware configurations from upgrading to the new version of the system.
Intel SST is a signal processor that handles audio playback and voice commands, and is available in Core series and Atom series processors. To check your own system, you can verify that you are on your computer by searching for “Device Manager” on your computer, and then looking for the hardware named “Intel® Smart Sound Technology (Intel® SST) Audio Controller” Is there Intel’s SST audio controller.
It’s not yet known if Microsoft is willing to make any changes to Windows 11 to alleviate the problem, but it looks like the best solution is to update the drivers to a newer version, which depends on your PC manufacturer, so you Check the OEM website or Windows Update from Selective Updates to see if there are options to install.
In addition, Microsoft also confirmed another issue that is only thought of for business users. A bug in Windows 11 could prevent the group policy’s first option from working as expected, possibly causing file copying to fail or creating empty shortcuts when enterprise users use the feature.
Microsoft has now started working on a large cumulative update that will address several known issues. For example, Windows 11 22H2 build 22621.607 fixes some users being unable to install apps that are not signed by the Microsoft Store, and a bug that caused Microsoft Store updates to fail has also been resolved. Likewise, Microsoft has also fixed an issue where the Windows Search index performs slower than usual. Also fixed an issue that caused the job admin to stop functioning when you switch between light and dark modes. Microsoft is currently testing Windows 11 build 22621.607 with consumers in the Preview Channel, which will be released to the public in a few days or weeks.