Explaining the causes and solutions when the 0xc1900101 error occurs and updates cannot be performed.

This time, we will explain the causes and solutions when the 0xc1900101 error occurs.

When the 0xc1900101 error occurs, the driver is often affected, and the following solutions may be effective.

• Driver update
• Change BIOS settings
• Drive error check
• Stopping startup programs
• Remove external drive etc.

This article explains these specific steps, so please refer to it.

What causes and how to resolve the “Windows 10 could not be installed 0xc1900101-0x30018” error? This is the answer

This article describes the main causes and solutions for the error "Windows 10 could not be installed 0xc1900101-0x30018 sysprep_specialize The installation failed in the first_boot phase because an error occurred during the boot operation." I'm explaining.

• Main causes of 0xc1900101-0x30018 errors
• How to resolve 0xc1900101-0x30018 error - Update driver
• How to resolve 0xc1900101-0x30018 error - BIOS settings

Let's start by checking the cause.

Main causes of 0xc1900101-0x30018 errors

If the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error occurs, the driver may be the main issue.

Additionally, this situation often occurs during updates and upgrades.

In other words, the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error can be said to be an error that occurs when the driver has some kind of effect when updating, etc. and the update fails.

How to resolve 0xc1900101-0x30018 error - Update driver

The 0xc1900101-0x30018 error can be resolved by updating the driver that causes it.

However, there may be cases where you don't know which driver is causing the problem.

In this case, it is better to update all drivers.

The method to update the driver is as follows.

[How to update the driver]

1. Right-click on "Start (Windows mark)".
2. Select "Device Manager".
3. Select the device for the appropriate driver.
4. Open properties and select the Driver tab.
5. Select "Update Driver".

How to resolve 0xc1900101-0x30018 error - BIOS settings

If you encounter the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error, changing the BIOS settings may resolve the issue.

If "Legacy USB Support" is enabled in the BIOS, an 0xc1900101-0x30018 error may occur and the upgrade may fail.

After starting the BIOS by hitting the BIOS startup key (different for each manufacturer) repeatedly on the manufacturer's screen when starting the PC, look for legacy USB support and try disabling it.

If 0xc1900101-0x30018 occurs when upgrading to Windows 11

If you encounter 0xc1900101-0x30018 when upgrading to Windows 11, the following methods may resolve the issue.

• Disconnect peripherals
• Update the driver

First, try disconnecting all peripherals other than the mouse, keyboard, and display.

If the problem still persists, try updating your drivers.
How to update the driverhereis.

Thus, if you encounter the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error, unplugging the peripheral and updating the driver may resolve the issue.

If the problem is still not resolved, please refer to the following items.

If Windows 11 update causes 0xc1900101 error

If you're getting the 0xc1900101 error when updating Windows 11, try the methods below to see if they resolve the issue.

• Disconnect peripherals
• Update the driver
• Uninstall virus software
• Uninstall unnecessary software
• Reserve disk space

How to update the driverhereThe steps are listed below.

The method to uninstall the software is as follows.

[How to uninstall software]

1. Select "Start (Windows mark)".
2. Select "Settings (gear mark)".
3. Select "Apps".
4. Select "Apps & Features".
5. Select the software you want to uninstall.
6. Select "Uninstall".

In this way, if the 0xc1900101 error occurs when updating Windows 11, the problem may be resolved by uninstalling unnecessary software or organizing your disk to free up space.

If you get 0xC1900101-0x40021 error when upgrading to Windows 11 22H2

If you encounter the 0xC1900101-0x40021 error when upgrading Windows 11 to 22H2, the following solutions may resolve the issue.

• Disable all startup programs
• Uninstall security software once
• Perform a drive health check
• Remove external drive

The specific steps for each are explained in the following sections.
In some cases, the problem may be resolved by performing all the solutions, so please try them.

How to resolve 0xC1900101-0x40021 error ① Disable all startup programs

If you are experiencing the 0xC1900101-0x40021 error, disabling all startup programs may help the situation.

The steps are as follows:

[How to set up the startup program]

1. Select "Start (Windows mark)".
2. Select "Settings (gear mark)".
3. Select "Apps".
4. Select "Startup".
5. Toggle the Startup On/Off switch next to the appropriate app.

How to resolve 0xC1900101-0x40021 error ② Uninstall security software

If you receive the 0xC1900101-0x40021 error, temporarily uninstalling your security software may resolve the issue.

How to uninstall the softwarehereis.

How to resolve 0xC1900101-0x40021 error ③ Check the health of the drive

If you receive the 0xC1900101-0x40021 error, checking your drive for errors may resolve the issue.

The steps are as follows:

[How to check drive errors]

1. Press the "Windows" key and "R" key at the same time.
2. Type sfc /scannow.
3. Type "Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth".
4. Press "Enter".
5. Type chkdsk C: /f /r /x.
6. Press "Enter".

How to resolve 0xC1900101-0x40021 error ④ Remove external drive

If you've tried all other methods and the 0xC1900101-0x40021 error persists, check to see if you have an external drive connected.

If you have an external drive connected, try removing it temporarily for the duration of the upgrade.

If Windows 10 21H2 cannot be installed with 0xc1900101 error

If you are unable to install Windows 10 21H2 due to the 0xc1900101 error, the problem may be resolved by first updating the driver.

How to update the driverhereis.

Also, if the issue still persists, try the following methods:

• Initialize Windows
• Perform updates from the home page
• Overwrite Windows 10 with USB

Each step is explained in the following sections.

Initialize Windows

If Windows 10 21H2 cannot be installed due to the 0xc1900101 error, the problem may be resolved by initializing Windows.

When initializing, be sure to back up your data and note down your password and other login information.

[Windows initialization procedure]

1. Right-click on "Start (Windows mark)".
2. Select "Settings".
3. Select Update & Security.
4. Select "Recovery".
5. Select "Get started" for "Reset this PC".
6. If you want to keep your files, select "Keep my personal files."
7. Wait until initialization is complete.

Perform updates from the home page

If Windows 10 21H2 cannot be installed due to the 0xc1900101 error, the problem may be resolved by running the update from the catalog on the Microsoft homepage.

The steps are as follows:

[Steps to update from the homepage]

1. Microsoft Update Catalogaccess.
2. Search for updates.
3. Select "Download".
4. Run the program you obtained.

Overwrite Windows 10 with USB

If Windows 10 21H2 cannot be installed due to the 0xc1900101 error, overwriting Windows 10 using USB may solve the problem.

If you want to carry out this procedure, please prepare a USB with a capacity of 8GB or more.

[Steps to overwrite Windows 10 with USB]

1. Software downloadaccess.
2. Select Download Tool Now.
3. Run the obtained "MediaCreationTool".
4. When the "User Account Control" screen appears, select "Yes".
5. Check the license terms.
6. Select "Create installation media for another PC".
7. Select Next.
8. Select "Use recommended options for this PC."
9. Select Next.
10. Connect the USB memory to your computer.
11. Select "USB flash drive".
12. Select Next.
13. Select USB.
14. Select Next.
15. When you see "Your USB flash drive is ready", right-click the USB from Explorer.
16. Select Open.
17. When the "User Account Control" screen appears, select "Yes".
18. Select Change how Windows Setup downloads updates.
19. Select "Not now."
20. Check the license terms.
21. Select "Change what's inherited" and choose an option.
22. Select "Install".

If 0xc1900101-0x30018 occurs on Fujitsu PC

If the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error occurs on your Fujitsu PC, updating the driver using "Fujitsu Update Navi" may resolve the issue.

The reason is that the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error may occur if the driver is not up to date.

Please note that "Fujitsu Update Navi" may need to be updated many times in some cases.

It seems that the latest version may not appear on the update screen unless you repeat it several times, so please check until it is completely updated.

In this way, if the 0xc1900101-0x30018 error occurs on your Fujitsu PC, the problem may be resolved by updating the driver using "Fujitsu Update Navi" until it is completely up to date.

summary

This time, we explained the causes of the 0xc1900101 error and how to resolve it.

The 0xc1900101 error is mainly caused by the driver.

Therefore, if the 0xc1900101 error occurs during an update, etc., you may be able to avoid the error by updating all drivers once and then trying again.

Depending on the manufacturer, there may be cases where it is necessary to update the driver multiple times due to the specifications of the driver update software, so please try the solution according to the situation of your PC.