Fix Turn Windows features on or off stuck on Please wait
0Here's how to Fix Turn Windows features on or off stuck on Please wait.
Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try if Turn Windows features on or off is stuck on Please wait:
1. **Restart your computer.** This may fix the problem if it is caused by a temporary glitch.
2. **Check for updates.** Make sure that your computer is up to date with the latest Windows updates. You can do this by going to Settings - Update & security - Windows Update.
3. **Run the System File Checker tool.** The System File Checker tool can scan your computer for corrupt or missing system files and replace them. To run the System File Checker tool, open an elevated command prompt and type the following command:
```
sfc /scannow
```
4. **Reset the Windows Update components.** The Windows Update components can become corrupted, which can prevent Windows from installing updates or turning Windows features on or off. To reset the Windows Update components, open an elevated command prompt and type the following commands:
```
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptsvc
rd /s /q %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution\Download
net start cryptsvc
net start wuauserv
```
5. **Perform a clean boot.** A clean boot starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. This can help you to identify and fix problems that are caused by third-party drivers or services. To perform a clean boot, follow these steps:
1. Open the Start menu.
2. Type "msconfig" and press Enter.
3. Click on the "Services" tab.
4. Check the "Hide all Microsoft services" checkbox.
5. Click on the "Disable all" button.
6. Click on the "Apply" button.
7. Click on the "OK" button.
8. Restart your computer.
After your computer has restarted, try turning Windows features on or off again. If the problem persists, you can undo the clean boot by following the steps above, but unchecking the "Hide all Microsoft services" checkbox and then clicking on the "Apply" and "OK" buttons.
6. **Contact Microsoft support.** If you have tried all of the above steps and the Turn Windows features on or off is still stuck on Please wait, you can contact Microsoft support for help.
i. Here are some things you can do if your laptop is stuck on "Please Wait":
1. **Restart your laptop.** This may fix the problem if it is caused by a temporary glitch.
2. **Check for updates.** Make sure that your laptop is up to date with the latest Windows updates. You can do this by going to Settings - Update & security - Windows Update.
3. **Run the System File Checker tool.** The System File Checker tool can scan your laptop for corrupt or missing system files and replace them. To run the System File Checker tool, open an elevated command prompt and type the following command:
```
sfc /scannow
```
4. **Reset the Windows Update components.** The Windows Update components can become corrupted, which can prevent Windows from installing updates or turning Windows features on or off. To reset the Windows Update components, open an elevated command prompt and type the following commands:
```
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptsvc
rd /s /q %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution\Download
net start cryptsvc
net start wuauserv
```
5. **Perform a clean boot.** A clean boot starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. This can help you to identify and fix problems that are caused by third-party drivers or services. To perform a clean boot, follow these steps:
1. Open the Start menu.
2. Type "msconfig" and press Enter.
3. Click on the "Services" tab.
4. Check the "Hide all Microsoft services" checkbox.
5. Click on the "Disable all" button.
6. Click on the "Apply" button.
7. Click on the "OK" button.
8. Restart your computer.
After your computer has restarted, try turning Windows features on or off again. If the problem persists, you can undo the clean boot by following the steps above, but unchecking the "Hide all Microsoft services" checkbox and then clicking on the "Apply" and "OK" buttons.
6. **Contact Microsoft support.** If you have tried all of the above steps and your laptop is still stuck on "Please Wait", you can contact Microsoft support for help.
Here are some additional tips for fixing your laptop if it is stuck on "Please Wait":
* Make sure that your laptop is plugged in and has a good internet connection.
* Close any other apps that are running in the background.
* Try running the Windows Update troubleshooter.
* Try repairing or reinstalling Windows.
* If you have tried all of the above steps and your laptop is still stuck on "Please Wait", you may need to replace your laptop's hard drive.