Windows 11 downloads updates from the Microsoft server as and when they become available by default. You can, however, disable Windows 11 updates if you prefer. When the download is complete, a small Schedule a Windows Updates Restart icon will appear in the taskbar, suggesting that you restart your computer. It appears to be two arrows curved into a circle. But, what if you don’t want your computer to restart? Is there a way to schedule a Windows 11 restart?
If a Windows 11 update has been downloaded and is ready to install, but you aren’t ready for a system restart just yet, you can schedule the update to install at a later time. You can instruct Windows 11 to restart within 7 days of the current date.
Schedule a Restart for Windows Updates on Windows 11
Follow these steps to Schedule a Windows Updates Restart for Windows 11:-
- You’ll see a small Windows Update restart icon on the right side of the taskbar that looks like two arrows curved into a circle shape when an update is available in Windows 11 and Windows wants to restart your system to install it.
Alternatively, you can open the Settings app by pressing the Windows + I keys. Then, on the right sidebar, click Windows Update.
- Under the “Restart required” message on the Windows Update page, click the Schedule the Restart link.
- Turn on the “Schedule a Time” toggle switch. Then, using the “Pick a Time” and “Pick a Day” menus, choose a time and date when you want the system to restart and update.
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Now go back to the Windows Update page and check the schedule of a restart. You’ll see confirmation of your scheduled restart listed beside the large restart icon.
Anytime if you wish to reschedule Windows Update restart, you need to repeat the above steps. When the date and time of your computer match with the scheduled restart, your Windows 11 PC will restart automatically and install the update.
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