Hi 황지운 • 팔로우,
Here's an analysis of the Windows Update patches you listed and the potential black screen issues:
Patch Analysis and Known Issues
- KB2055627 • Reported Issues: Some users experienced black screens and missing taskbars after installing this update. The issue seems related to Explorer.exe failing to launch properly. • Symptoms: Black screen after login, only the cursor is visible. (Source)
- KB2056579 • Reported Issues: No major black screen reports currently associated with this update.
- KB5056577 • Reported Issues: Brief black screens (1–2 seconds) during or after update. Possibly related to graphics drivers. (Source)
- KB5056580 • Reported Issues: No confirmed black screen issues reported at this time.
- KB5056578 • Reported Issues: No black screen cases identified yet.
- KB5055612 • Details: A Windows 10 preview update that addresses GPU virtualization in WSL2. • Potential Impact: While not directly linked to black screens, changes to GPU behavior could cause stability issues. (Source)
- KB5055629 • Details: A cumulative preview update for Windows 11 adding new lock screen widgets. • Potential Issues: Feature-related updates may cause compatibility issues, though black screen reports are rare. (Source)
Common Black Screen Scenarios • Black screen after login with only the mouse cursor visible. • No desktop icons or taskbar, even though Task Manager can be opened. • Partial recovery after reboot on some PCs, while others remain black-screened.
Possible Solutions
- Restart Explorer Process: ○ Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete and open Task Manager. ○ Find Windows Explorer under the Processes tab, right-click and choose Restart.
- Uninstall Problematic Updates: ○ Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update history > Uninstall updates. ○ Select the most recent patches and uninstall them.
- Boot into Safe Mode: ○ Restart the PC and repeatedly press F8 (or Shift + F8) to access Advanced Boot Options. ○ Choose Safe Mode, then uninstall updates or roll back drivers.
- Update or Roll Back Graphics Driver: ○ In Device Manager, locate Display adapters. ○ Right-click your GPU > choose Update driver or Roll back driver if the issue started after an update.
- Use System Restore: ○ If system restore points were created, roll the system back to a known good state.
Recommendations • Keep drivers, especially display drivers, up to date before applying Windows updates. • Always create a restore point or full backup before applying major updates. • Watch official Microsoft support or forums for any new advisories on patch-related issues.
Please feel free to let me know if you still have any questions.
Best regards,
BblytheX