Preventing Windows 7 Boot Issue due to the installation of Microsoft Update KB4512506

 

 

 

Step 1

 

1. Access the Windows Update from Control Panel.

 

 

 

2. Click Change Settings

 

 

3. Disable automatic download of the updates and installation. (Factory default)

a. Change Important Updates option to “Never check for updates (not recommended)”

b. Uncheck “Give me recommended updates the same way I receive important updates”

c. Uncheck “Allow all users to install updates on this computer”

 

Step 2

 

1. Go to “C:\WINDOWS\SoftwareDistribution\” using Explorer.
2. Select “Downloads” and delete the folder. (Do not delete any other folders or files)

3.  Close Explorer

4. Empty Recycle Bin.