If your device is experiencing problems and won’t even boot, you can still roll back to the previous version whether you upgraded using the enablement package or complete reinstallation. However, Windows 10 only gives you ten days to uninstall feature updates. After ten days, the only way to remove the May 2021 Update is by doing a clean installation of the previous version. In this guide, you will learn the steps to uninstall Windows 10 version 21H1 using the Advanced startup settings when your computer won’t boot. If you still have access to the desktop, you can downgrade using these steps.
Uninstall Windows 10 21H1 from version 20H2 or 2004 with Advanced startup Uninstall Windows 10 21H1 from version 1909 or 1903 with Advanced startup
Uninstall Windows 10 21H1 from version 20H2 or 2004 with Advanced startup
If you upgraded a computer running version 20H2 or 2004 using the enablement package, that is the quick update that does not require reinstallation, then you can roll back to the previous version using the Advanced startup settings. To uninstall Windows 10 21H1 (May 2021 Update) enablement package when the computer doesn’t boot, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the computer will uninstall the Windows 10 21H1 enablement package (KB5000736) to roll back to the previous version. Advanced startup troubleshoot Advanced options Windows 10 uninstall updates Advanced startup Uninstall quality updates when the PC doesn’t boot Uninstall Windows 10 21H1 (KB5000736)
Uninstall Windows 10 21H1 from version 1909 or 1903 with Advanced startup
Alternatively, if you upgraded a device running version 1909 or an older version, or you used the Update Assistant or Media Creation Tool, then you can still use the Advanced startup settings, but the steps will be slightly different. To uninstall Windows 10 21H1 after full reinstallation, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the system will uninstall the Windows 10 May 2021 Update, and it will roll back to your previous installation. Advanced startup troubleshoot Advanced options Windows 10 uninstall updates Advanced startup Uninstall feature update when PC doesn’t boot Remove Windows 10 21H1 The ability to remove a feature update is usually available during the first ten days after the upgrade process, but only if you have not deleted the files and the Windows.old folder is present in the root of the “C” drive. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
