Troubleshooting Error 0x800f0923: Addressing Driver Incompatibility in Windows 11

To resolve error code 0x800f0923, follow these steps:

1. Update Windows: Ensure your Windows 11 is current. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and click on Check for updates.
2. Uninstall incompatible drivers: If you've recently added new drivers, remove them and try the update again.
3. Disable antivirus software: Antivirus programs can sometimes disrupt the installation. Temporarily disable your antivirus and try the update once more.
4. Utilise the troubleshooter: Windows 11 includes a troubleshooter for update issues. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot and select Windows Update.
5. Execute a clean boot: This can help determine if third-party software is the problem. To perform a clean boot, go to Start > Run and type msconfig. In the System Configuration window, select the Services tab and check Hide all Microsoft services. Then click on Disable all and restart your computer.
6. Reset Windows Update components: If the previous steps don’t work, try resetting the Windows Update components.