November 2026 Patch Tuesday isn’t going as planned for everyone. While Microsoft has just released the KB5132061 update for Windows 11, some users are already having difficulty installing it.
For some, the installation fails with an error code, while others encounter a message stating that their PC does not meet the requirements of Windows 11. Several JustGeek readers have also reported these issues to us in the comments of our previous article. And it is clear that they are far from the only ones affected.
So what exactly is happening with this update? This is what we know so far.
KB5132061 causes installation errors for some users
Since the release of KB5132061, several users have reported installation issues on Windows 11. reddit and specialized forums such as OnceForumtwo error codes repeat regularly: 0x800f0993 and 0x800f0989.
Also on JustGeek, several readers reported the issue to us. This is particularly the case for Pascal, who has three PCs running Windows 11 26H2. On his desktop PC and Lenovo laptop, the update refused to install with error 0x800f0993, while on his third PC, a Dell, it installed without problems.
Another reader, Polonieman, has a slightly different problem. On your PC equipped with an Intel Core i3 processor, which is also running Windows 11 26H2, the installation hangs at 8%. Then a “Checking your PC” window appears with the following messages:
“This PC does not currently meet the system requirements for Windows 11”
“CPU is not compatible with this version of Windows”
So, has Microsoft decided to block updates on PCs that don’t meet Windows 11 hardware requirements? There is nothing to confirm it. Especially since Pascal managed to install KB5132061 on his Dell, which is also not officially supported.
At this time, it is difficult to know what is causing these installation problems. Microsoft has not yet communicated its origin or announced an official solution.
What to do if KB5132061 refuses to install?
If KB5132061 refuses to install on your PC, you can try a few things. On the forums, some users explain that they managed to solve the problem by repairing Windows system files or resetting Windows Update components.
The first thing you should try is to open Windows Terminal as administrator and then run the following commands one after another:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealthsfc /scannowThese two commands allow you to scan for and repair possible corrupted system files. Once completed, restart your PC and try installing the update again from Windows Update.
Another possibility: download KB5132061 directly from the Microsoft Update Catalog to attempt a manual installation. Just remember to select the version corresponding to your system.
Another interesting avenue has to do with the “Windows Sandbox”. As reported neowinOne user managed to install KB5132061 after disabling this feature and restarting their PC. If you use it, you can try to temporarily disable it from “Turn Windows features on or off” and then restart the update installation.
These methods don’t necessarily work for everyone. If the installation still fails, it is better to wait until Microsoft offers a solution rather than multiply the manipulations.
