Other reasons may be disk errors or temporary glitches that stop the system from moving forward. In this article, we will discuss different ways to solve this error.
Before Starting
Make sure you can reach the login screen. Wait 30 minutes as Windows might need time. If not resolved, hold the power button to turn off the computer or press “Ctrl” + “Alt” + “Del” and select “Restart.” After restarting, choose “Start Windows Normally.” The screen might appear again but should eventually go away.
1. Run SFC, DISK and CHKDSK
Start with a system health check using tools like SFC, DISM, and CHKDSK to quickly find and fix problems. SFC repairs damaged or missing system files. DISM fixes issues with the system image. CHKDSK checks and repairs disk errors. These tools help ensure updates are applied properly by maintaining file and disk integrity.
2. Update Windows in Safe Mode
Starting Windows in Safe Mode loads only necessary drivers and services. This prevents other programs from causing update issues. Updating in Safe Mode reduces errors from third-party software or corrupted files, helping the update finish smoothly and possibly fixing the “Preparing to Configure” issue. First Boot into Safe Mode.
3. Perform a System Restore
Rolling back your system can fix problems from recent updates or installs. System Restore takes your system files back to when things were working well, fixing issues that cause the configuration screen to hang. It doesn’t affect personal files but resets important system files and settings, possibly solving the issue without more steps. Note: If you cannot fix the issue this way and still can’t perform the update, consider performing a completely clean install of Windows 10.
