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Need help with Windows 11 0x80070005 error after feature update removed Admin privileges

Anonymous
2023-12-25T09:22:36+00:00

Processor AMD Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core Processor 3.60 GHz (tomahawk B550 mobo)

Installed RAM 32.0 GB (31.9 GB usable)

System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

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Edition Windows 11 Home

Version 23H2

Installed on ‎12/‎23/‎2023

OS build 22635.2915

Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22682.1000.0 (I have since left the

It was part of the Windows 23 H2 update. And afterwards it revoked my admin privileges and locked my primary hard drive. The primary hard drive, rendering me nearly helpless to change any of the settings or do anything. I've tried lots of things including:

Startup Repair - No luck, nothing fixed, issue remains

  • cmd prompt - sfc/SCANNOW /OFFBOOTDIR=d:\ /OFFWINDIR=d:\windows [enter].
  • cmd prompt - chkdsk d: /r (Again, won't initiate without proper permissions)
  • Restart Options - disable driver signature enforcement
  • Restart Options - disable early launch anti-malware protection
  • Safe mode (couldn't enter into advanced setup without privileges)
  • playing with different settings in BIOS (
  • Customer support attempted quick assist but I couldn't even open it without privileges
  • Enabled security device support in BIOS and AMD_CPU1 TPM

Since this happened I had to research lots of things including the TPM in BIOS and in Windows and I didn't know how extensive it was or I wouldn't have even attempted to implement it on my machine. only did the updates because my machine was telling me parts of my system wouldn't work unless I implemented these changes with TPM. also it's not really pertinent to the situation but I have five hard drives installed with a total of about 6 terabytes to which about 60% is filled with my games and personal storage of digital media spanning 30 to 40 years of my life. I'm not willing to just delete that because of windows inability to Warn its customers that once they download an update to a different Windows version they won't be able to revert back to that version after a week. So if you need any more information let me know I know it's Christmas but I don't celebrate it so if anyone is able to help me with this situation the sooner the better thank you so much.

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-12-26T21:00:07+00:00

    I downloaded the ISO file to desktop I mounted it to the desktop and it doesn't matter what I do after that I don't have the administrative privileges and if I try to invoke them the system will definitely prevent me from doing what I'm trying to do. Thanks for the suggestion but it didn't work. Also I'd like to point out that my c drive is a 1TB nvme 2.0 so I really can't replace it for cheap. I'm open to more ideas if anyone's got one.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-12-26T09:57:44+00:00

    Hi, FresherSteak721

    Welcome to the MicroSoft Community.

    I fully understand how you feel when your system fails after an update, the problem you describe was not released as a known issue in the official bulletin, but the situation is worse than a known issue, and I did notice that you are using a preview version of Windows, which may be the result of an unstable testing feature. I can see from the solutions you have tried that you have some experience with Windows, and I don't see you suggesting that you try to restore the system or uninstall the update. So, I suggest you try the following: 

1. Uninstall update. If you've recently installed a Windows update and you are having a problem, here's how to uninstall the update to try to resolve the issue:
    • Select Start > Settings > Windows Update > Update history > Uninstall updates.
    • On the list that appears, locate the update you want to remove, and then select Uninstall next to it. Note: Some updates cannot be uninstalled.
      1. Restore the system: You can try to revert to the version before the update by restoring the system to see if the issue is resolved. The system automatically creates a restore point before each update, click the link below and follow the on-screen instructions to restore your system.
      Use System Restore - Microsoft Support
      1. In-place install. Let’s try performing an in-place install or in-place upgrade which will refresh your Windows files and operating system without removing files or applications. That being said, we always recommend that if you have important data, you should back it up before making large system changes. If you want to back up your data first, please do so. Once you are done backing up, you can follow the steps in the following guides:
      How to run In-place upgrade in Windows 11 - Microsoft Community If the steps above don't help you, feel free to let me know in your next reply and I'll provide you with other ideas for a solution.

    Best Regards

    Martin | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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