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Microsoft Windows 11 update rollout blocked on Dell devices over driver incompatibility

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Microsoft is blocking KB5101650 on some Dell devices after a driver incompatibility caused unexpected shutdowns and other stability problems. The hold affects Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 systems after the June 23, 2026 KB5095093 preview update introduced a conflict with the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver. Affected devices can also see poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain while Microsoft and Dell work on a fix.

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  1. 15.07.2026 11:26 1 articles · 13d ago

    Windows preview update KB5095093 conflicts with the Intel IPF driver on some Dell devices

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    The June 23, 2026 KB5095093 Windows preview update introduced an incompatibility between the new Windows USB-C Connection Manager interface and the Intel Innovation Platform Framework (IPF) Processor Participant driver on some Dell devices, and Dell identified the problem during testing.

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  2. 15.07.2026 11:26 2 articles · 13d ago

    Microsoft blocks KB5101650 rollout on affected Dell devices

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    Microsoft is blocking the KB5101650 Windows 11 cumulative update on affected Dell systems because the June 23, 2026 KB5095093 preview update can cause unexpected shutdowns, poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain. Microsoft is working with Dell on a fix and says a resolution for affected devices will be released in the coming days.

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