Windows 10: Why does my Daktronics computer restart on Tuesday mornings?

Potential Symptoms

  • Why does my Daktronics computer restart on Tuesday mornings? - When will my Windows 10 computer attempt to install critical updates?

Environment

  • Product:
  • Component: Windows 10 Operating System 
  • Control System:

Cause

  • Updates will happen outside of set active hours.  If a reboot is needed, it will restart on Tuesday mornings at 3:00 am local time.  

Resolution

  • This is expected behavior for Windows 10 updates.  
    • If your computer is running on Windows 10 Pro or Windows IOT, you can defer updates for a period of time.  See Microsoft support for details on the types of updates and the deferral timelines.  

Related Resources

How can I defer / delay a Windows 10 update on my Daktronics computer?

    KB ID: DD3932606


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