Windows 10: Cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive

Discus and support Cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive* Changed to a question* Original title; Windows 11 update... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Richard Ryland, Nov 21, 2024.

  1. RICHARD RYLAND
    Richard Ryland Win User

    Cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive


    cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive* Changed to a question* Original title; Windows 11 update

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    Richard Ryland, Nov 21, 2024
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  2. ISRAEL ARN
    Israel Arn Win User

    Can't install update on external hard drive?

    Thank you for that information Laura.

    Since the Update Assistant is still not offering the option to install updates in external drive, I suggest that you create a bootable media using a USB flash drive and another one where we will install the updates. See

    Create Windows 10 installation media     and follow the steps under "Using the tool to create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file)" to learn how.

    Afterwards, follow the steps below on how to install updates :

    • Connect both the USB flash drive with Windows 10 installation files
      and the other empty USB flash drive.
    • Double-click the Setup.exe file to launch the Windows 10 installation from the USB flash drive.
    • Select the Keep personal files and apps option to update your computer.
    • If you get the "Windows needs more space" option, click the
      Choose another drive       or attach an external drive with 10GB available link.
    • Click Install
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process as necessary.

    We appreciate your patience Laura. Don't hesitate to post back if you need more help.
     
    Israel Arn, Nov 21, 2024
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  3. PHILLIP PIO
    Phillip Pio Win User
    No space on hard drive due to system reserved patition and installer files

    Hi Ruth,

    The issue may occur due to corrupted system files or memory full. In order for us to assist you, please answer the questions below:

    • What is the exact error message?
    • Can you please provide us a screenshot of your hard drive status.

    To isolate the issue, we suggest to check this article of Andre Da Costa:
    How to free up disk space in Windows    . It contains troubleshooting steps and explanation pertaining to the issue.

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Nov 21, 2024
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  4. KTR
    ktr Win User

    Cannot install windows update due to not enough space and won't let me use external drive

    Windows updates won't install!

    I had the same problem when i repaired my O/S, i forgot the steps on how to fixed it, but it is in the microsoft support forum.

    You have to reinstall the windows updater, then restart the updating service.

    edit: Found it...http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144
     
    ktr, Nov 21, 2024
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