How to Disable Automatic Restart Windows 10: A Simple GuideUpdated 19 days ago
Windows 10 may automatically restart after updates or system crashes, which can be inconvenient. To disable automatic restarts, open the Settings app and go to Update & Security > Windows Update. Click on Advanced options, then toggle off Restart this device as soon as possible when a restart is required.
Key Highlights: Disable Automatic Restart on Windows 10
- Using Advanced System Settings
Open System Properties > Startup and Recovery settings, and uncheck Automatically restart under System failure to prevent restarts after a crash.
- Using Group Policy Editor (For Pro Users)
In gpedit.msc, enable No auto-restart with logged on users for scheduled automatic updates installations to stop automatic restarts during updates when you're logged in.
- Using Windows Registry Editor (Advanced)
Modify the AutoReboot registry key to `0` under `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\CrashControl` to disable restarts after system failures.
- Using Task Scheduler
Create a task in Task Scheduler to block automatic restarts after updates or system failures, offering more control over restart behavior.
- Disable Restart After Updates
Go to Settings > Update & Security > Advanced options and toggle off Restart this device as soon as possible to prevent automatic restarts after Windows updates.
These methods provide different levels of control for disabling automatic restarts on your Windows 10 system, from simple settings changes to advanced configurations.