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Depuis l’arrivée de Windows 10 en 2015, Microsoft a profondément transformé la manière dont son système d’exploitation évolue. Le modèle Windows as a Service a remplacé les versions ponctuelles par un flux continu de mises à jour mensuelles (correctifs de sécurité) et de mises à jour annuelles ou semi-annuelles (fonctionnalités). L’objectif annoncé était clair : rendre Windows plus sûr, plus réactif, mieux maintenu… et surtout plus fiable.

Pour atteindre cette fiabilité promise, Microsoft affirmait avoir renforcé ses équipes de test, amélioré sa télémétrie, multiplié les scénarios d’essai et instauré de nouveaux mécanismes de protection comme les Safeguard Holds, censés bloquer automatiquement les mises à jour problématiques. Après le fiasco de Windows 10 version 1809 — qui avait supprimé des fichiers personnels — l’éditeur s’était même engagé à revoir entièrement son pipeline de validation.

Pourtant, dix ans plus tard, le constat est sans appel : les incidents liés aux mises à jour restent nombreux, et les régressions touchent désormais des composants essentiels de Windows 11, parfois au cœur même du système (Explorer.exe, recherche SMB, performances GPU, BitLocker, interface utilisateur). Malgré les progrès internes, la stabilité réelle des patchs reste un sujet de préoccupation pour les utilisateurs comme pour les professionnels.

Dans cet article, nous revenons en détail sur :

• les incidents majeurs recensés depuis Windows 10 jusqu’à Windows 11 ;
• leur évolution chronologique et leur gravité ;
• un graphique synthétique permettant de visualiser la tendance sur dix ans ;
• les raisons techniques de ces régressions ;
• les effets concrets pour les particuliers, les entreprises et les environnements professionnels ;
• et les pistes indispensables pour améliorer durablement la qualité des mises à jour Windows.

Une analyse essentielle pour comprendre comment, malgré des promesses répétées, Microsoft peine encore à offrir des mises à jour réellement stables.

Incidents majeurs de mises à jour (Windows 10 → Windows 11)

Ces tableaux recensent les plus gros bugs, ceux qui ont :

• provoqué des pertes de données,
• cassé des fonctionnalités essentielles (Start Menu, Explorer, SMB),
• provoqué des BSOD massifs,
• touché l’impression, le réseau, les pilotes critiques,
• ou nécessité l’arrêt du déploiement par Microsoft.

Ce sont les bugs les plus marquants, mais pas tous les incidents.

Windows 10 — cycle 2015 → 2021

Windows 11 — cycle 2021 → 2025

Analyse du graphique : l’évolution des bugs majeurs Windows Update de 2015 à 2025

Le graphique ci-dessus illustre l’évolution approximative du nombre de bugs majeurs liés aux mises à jour Windows entre 2015 (Windows 10) et 2025 (Windows 11).

Il illustre une courbe de tendance, basée sur l’ensemble :

• des incidents significatifs,
• des régressions reconnues publiquement,
• des problèmes d’installation,
• des défaillances de pilotes,
• des dysfonctionnements réseau ou d’interface,
• même si ce ne sont pas des catastrophes comme la 1809.

Bien que les valeurs soient issues d’une synthèse qualitative, la tendance générale est suffisamment claire pour dégager une conclusion nette.

Une période relativement stable sous Windows 10 (2015–2018)

Les premières années du modèle « Windows as a Service » montrent un niveau de problèmes relativement faible :

• 1 à 2 incidents majeurs par an,
• souvent liés à des pilotes réseau, des freeze ponctuels ou des bugs d’installation,
• avec comme exception notable l’incident catastrophique de Windows 10 version 1809 (suppression de fichiers utilisateurs).

Globalement, les problèmes existent, mais ils restent circonscrits à certains matériels ou configurations.

Montée progressive des incidents autour de 2019–2021

À partir de 2019, plusieurs facteurs contribuent à une augmentation :

• multiplication des versions (1903, 1909, 2004, 20H2…),
• changements importants dans l’architecture (Cortana, indexation, impression, audio),
• patchs de sécurité de plus en plus lourds.

On observe une montée vers 3 à 4 incidents majeurs par an, dont certains très visibles (Cortana CPU à 40 %, bug PrintNightmare, drivers audio cassés…).

Windows 11 (2021–2025) : moins de versions, mais beaucoup plus de problèmes critiques

Contrairement à Windows 10, Windows 11 ne reçoit pas des dizaines de builds.
Pourtant, les incidents deviennent :

• plus nombreux,
• plus graves,
• plus centrés sur les fonctions cœur du système.

Exemples récurrents :

• Menu Démarrer inutilisable,
• Explorer.exe qui plante,
• recherche SMB cassée sur les partages réseau,
• performances GPU dégradées,
• BitLocker qui déclenche la récupération au démarrage,
• bugs avec WinRE, imprimantes, Bluetooth, drivers AMD/Nvidia…

Le graphique montre une montée jusqu’à 5 à 6 incidents majeurs par an à partir de 2022–2025.

Conclusion : la courbe augmente, et les bugs deviennent plus critiques

L’analyse visuelle permet d’affirmer que :

La fréquence globale des incidents a augmenté depuis 2015.

Le nombre de bugs sérieux est aujourd’hui environ 3 fois plus élevé qu’au lancement de Windows 10.

Leur gravité est plus importante sous Windows 11.

Les problèmes touchent désormais :

• la sécurité,
• le démarrage (BitLocker, WinRE),
• l’interface centrale,
• les performances GPU,
• le réseau (SMB),
• l’installation elle-même.

Malgré les promesses historiques de Microsoft, le résultat ne montre pas de stabilisation.

Les outils de communication (Release Health, Safeguard Hold) ont été améliorés, mais la qualité réelle des mises à jour semble s’être dégradée.

Ce que Microsoft avait promis… et ce qui s’est réellement passé

Lorsque Windows 10 a inauguré le modèle Windows as a Service, Microsoft avait assuré que les nouvelles méthodes de développement et de déploiement rendraient les mises à jour plus fiables, mieux testées et moins risquées pour les utilisateurs. Après plusieurs incidents majeurs, dont le très médiatisé bug de la mise à jour 1809 qui supprimait des fichiers personnels, l’entreprise avait même annoncé une refonte profonde de son pipeline qualité.
Voici les quatre engagements clés de Microsoft… et ce qu’ils ont donné en pratique.

Des tests plus rigoureux et un pipeline de validation renforcé

Ce que Microsoft promettait :

• Multiplier les scénarios de tests internes.
• Renforcer les équipes qualité après le scandale 1809.
• Utiliser la télémétrie du parc Windows pour détecter les problèmes avant le déploiement global.
• S’appuyer fortement sur les builds Insider pour repérer les régressions.

Réalité 10 ans plus tard :

Malgré ces changements, plusieurs mises à jour Windows 11 ont encore introduit :

• des plantages d’Explorer.exe,
• des menus Démarrer non fonctionnels,
• des régressions réseau (SMB, HTTP.sys),
• des problèmes de performance GPU,
• des bugs d’installation récurrents.

Les tests internes existent bel et bien, mais l’écosystème Windows — matériel, pilotes, firmwares, logiciels — est tellement vaste que certaines combinaisons passent toujours entre les mailles du filet.

Les “Safeguard Holds” pour bloquer automatiquement les mises à jour à risque

Ce que Microsoft promettait :

Introduits en 2019, les Safeguard Holds étaient censés empêcher l’installation d’une mise à jour connue comme problématique sur certaines configurations.
En théorie, si un bug était identifié chez quelques utilisateurs, Windows Update devait automatiquement stopper le déploiement vers tous les PC similaires.

Réalité :

Les Safeguard Holds fonctionnent… mais de manière trop tardive.
Dans plusieurs cas récents :

• des patchs Windows 11 ont cassé SMB,
• ont déclenché BitLocker au démarrage,
• ou ont entraîné des pertes de performances avant que le blocage ne soit appliqué.

Autre problème : beaucoup d’utilisateurs contournent involontairement les Safeguard (ISO, outils manuels, Windows Update forcé), ce qui limite leur efficacité.

Une meilleure communication sur les incidents et les régressions

Promesse :

Microsoft a annoncé vouloir être plus transparent, notamment via les portails :

• Windows Release Health : C’est le portail officiel de Microsoft dédié à l’état de santé des versions de Windows,
• Known Issues : La section « Known Issues » (Problèmes connus) liste tous les bugs que Microsoft a officiellement reconnus, pour chaque version de Windows et chaque mise à jour,
• Health Status Dashboard : Un tableau de bord complémentaire qui regroupe les problèmes de mises à jour et leurs blocages

Ces pages devaient recenser rapidement :

• les bugs confirmés,
• les mises à jour à éviter,
• les contournements recommandés.

Réalité :

La communication s’est améliorée… mais elle reste souvent réactive, jamais proactive.
Dans les faits :

• de nombreux problèmes ne sont reconnus qu’après plusieurs jours ou semaines,
• certains incidents restent flous (« certains appareils peuvent rencontrer… »),
• les contournements proposés ne sont pas toujours efficaces.

Les utilisateurs apprennent souvent l’existence d’un bug via des forums, réseaux sociaux ou sites spécialisés avant la communication officielle.

Une fiabilité accrue grâce à l’IA et à l’analyse de télémétrie

Promesse :

À partir de Windows 11, Microsoft a beaucoup mis en avant l’usage de l’IA pour :

• détecter automatiquement des pannes,
• adapter la diffusion des patchs,
• identifier les configurations sensibles.

Réalité :

Les données télémétriques améliorent effectivement la visibilité de Microsoft, mais :

• les bugs de pilotes GPU restent fréquents,
• les incidents réseau SMB reviennent régulièrement,
• les échecs d’installation (0x800F…) persistent depuis Windows 10,
• certaines régressions majeures (Explorer.exe, Start Menu, BitLocker) montrent que l’IA ne repère pas les cas critiques avant le déploiement public.

La télémétrie aide Microsoft… mais ne remplace pas un vrai cycle de tests exhaustifs.

Quel bilan ?

Après dix années d’évolution du modèle Windows as a Service, le constat est nuancé. Sur le papier, Microsoft a réellement renforcé ses processus internes : plus de télémétrie, davantage de tests, meilleure communication via « Release Health » et « Known Issues », déploiements plus progressifs, et mécanismes de blocage comme les Safeguard Holds. L’éditeur affirme d’ailleurs que Windows 11 24H2 serait « la version la plus fiable à ce jour », avec une baisse mesurée de 24 % des redémarrages inattendus par rapport à Windows 10 22H2.

Cependant, dans la pratique, l’expérience utilisateur raconte une histoire différente.

Les bugs « majeurs » restent fréquents, et surtout plus critiques qu’à l’époque de Windows 10 :

• régressions réseau (SMB),
• performances GPU dégradées,
• Explorer.exe et Start Menu instables,
• problèmes de BitLocker au démarrage,
• pilotes cassés,
• échecs d’installation persistants (0x800F…).

Ces incidents ne concernent plus seulement des éléments secondaires : ils touchent désormais des composantes essentielles du système, avec des conséquences directes pour les particuliers comme pour les professionnels.

Autrement dit, la fiabilité s’améliore sur certains indicateurs techniques, mais la gravité des bugs augmente, et la tolérance des utilisateurs diminue. À mesure que Windows devient plus complexe et plus interconnecté (pilotes avancés, virtualisation, sécurité renforcée, matériel très varié), les risques d’incompatibilité croissent mécaniquement.

Ainsi, malgré une volonté visible de faire mieux, la réalité est que :

• Microsoft communique mieux,
• détecte plus vite,
• corrige plus rapidement…

…mais n’empêche toujours pas efficacement les régressions critiques d’arriver sur les machines finales.

Le bilan global est donc paradoxal : des outils plus modernes, des processus plus sérieux, mais un environnement technique beaucoup plus risqué.
Ce qui explique pourquoi, du point de vue utilisateur, la sensation d’aggravation est réelle, même si l’éditeur affirme avoir « objectivement » amélioré la stabilité.

Promesse de Microsoft	Ce qui a réellement changé	Niveau de tenue
Tests renforcés	Améliorés, mais régressions toujours présentes	☆☆
Programme Insider plus utile	Oui, mais les bugs majeurs passent encore	☆☆☆
Safeguard Holds	Fonctionnent, mais parfois trop tard	☆☆☆
Transparence accrue	Oui, documentation meilleure	☆
Isolation des composants	En progrès, mais insuffisant	☆☆
Fiabilité générale améliorée	Débat selon les métriques	☆☆☆

Conclusion

Dix ans après l’introduction de Windows as a Service, le modèle des mises à jour continues montre clairement ses limites. Malgré des progrès indéniables — meilleure télémétrie, communication plus transparente, correctifs plus rapides — les utilisateurs sont toujours confrontés à des régressions régulières, parfois sévères, touchant des éléments essentiels du système. Si certaines statistiques internes permettent à Microsoft d’affirmer que Windows 11 24H2 serait la version la plus fiable à ce jour, la réalité vécue par les particuliers et les entreprises reste celle d’un écosystème fragile, où chaque mise à jour peut potentiellement introduire un nouveau dysfonctionnement.

L’analyse historique démontre une tendance nette : les incidents ne sont pas forcément plus nombreux qu’au début de Windows 10, mais ils sont plus critiques, plus visibles et affectent des composants fondamentaux comme l’interface, le réseau, la sécurité ou les performances GPU. La tolérance des utilisateurs diminue à mesure que le système gagne en complexité, tandis que le rythme soutenu des patchs laisse peu de marge à des tests réellement exhaustifs.

Cette situation paradoxale — des outils plus modernes mais un environnement de plus en plus difficile à maîtriser — fait que la stabilité promise par Microsoft reste encore hors de portée. Tant que Windows reposera sur un parc matériel aussi vaste et hétérogène, et sur des cycles de développement aussi rapides, les mises à jour continueront d’être un exercice d’équilibriste.

En définitive, si Windows Update est aujourd’hui mieux encadré et mieux documenté qu’à ses débuts, il demeure aussi plus risqué que jamais. Un modèle en constante évolution, où les avancées réelles coexistent avec des faiblesses structurelles que Microsoft n’a pas encore réussi à éliminer.

L’article Windows Update : 10 ans de bugs et de promesses non tenues — état des lieux de Windows 10 à Windows 11 est apparu en premier sur malekal.com.

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Lorsque Microsoft met fin au support d’une version de Windows, cela signifie que le système ne recevra plus de mises à jour de sécurité, exposant les utilisateurs à de potentielles vulnérabilités. Pour répondre à cette problématique, Microsoft propose un programme appelé ESU (Extended Security Updates), ou mises à jour de sécurité étendues.

Ce dispositif permet de prolonger la durée de vie d’un système d’exploitation au-delà de sa fin de support officielle, en continuant à livrer des correctifs critiques, sous certaines conditions. Il est particulièrement utile pour les entreprises, les organisations, ou les particuliers qui ne peuvent pas migrer immédiatement vers une version plus récente de Windows.

Dans cet article, nous vous expliquons ce que sont les ESU, à quoi elles servent, qui peut en bénéficier, dans quels cas elles sont gratuites ou payantes, et comment les activer si vous utilisez encore Windows 10 après 2025.

Qu’est-ce que les mises à jour de sécurité étendues (ESU) de Microsoft ?

Lorsqu’un système d’exploitation Microsoft arrive en fin de support, il ne reçoit plus de mises à jour, ce qui expose ses utilisateurs à des vulnérabilités non corrigées. Pour pallier cette situation, Microsoft propose un programme appelé ESU – Extended Security Updates (mises à jour de sécurité étendues).

Ce programme permet aux utilisateurs et aux entreprises de continuer à recevoir des correctifs de sécurité critiques pendant une période définie après la fin du support officiel, tout en leur laissant plus de temps pour préparer une migration vers une version plus récente de Windows.

La page de Microsoft : https://learn.microsoft.com/fr-fr/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates

Pourquoi les ESU existent-ils ?

Dans les faits, des millions de machines continuent d’utiliser des versions de Windows qui ne sont plus supportées officiellement (comme ce fut le cas pour Windows 7, puis bientôt Windows 10). Or, ces systèmes restent souvent connectés à Internet et donc vulnérables à des attaques si aucune mise à jour de sécurité n’est appliquée.

Les ESU sont donc un compromis proposé par Microsoft pour :

• prolonger la durée de vie de l’OS, de façon sécurisée,
• donner plus de temps aux entreprises pour migrer (équipements critiques, logiciels non compatibles, etc.),
• éviter une vague massive de machines non protégées, notamment dans les infrastructures sensibles (éducation, santé, collectivités).

Que couvrent les ESU ?

Les mises à jour ESU se concentrent uniquement sur les mises à jour de sécurité critiques et importantes, selon la classification CVSS de Microsoft. Elles ne contiennent :

• aucune nouvelle fonctionnalité,
• aucune mise à jour esthétique ou ergonomique,
• et aucune évolution des composants système non critiques.

Elles corrigent toutefois les failles de sécurité graves, notamment :

• les vulnérabilités de type exécution de code à distance (RCE),
• les failles d’escalade de privilèges,
• ou les attaques réseau exploitables à distance.

Conditions et éligibilité à l’ESU

Versions compatibles

Pour pouvoir s’inscrire au programme Extended Security Updates (ESU) de Windows 10, votre appareil doit respecter certaines conditions de version :

• Il doit être sous Windows 10 version 22H2 (Home, Pro, Pro Éducation, ou Workstation) ou une version plus récente.
• Le support standard de Windows 10 prend fin le 14 octobre 2025. Après cette date, seules les machines correctement inscrites au programme ESU continueront à recevoir les mises à jour de sécurité pertinentes.
• Pour les environnements professionnels (Enterprise, Education), l’ESU peut être prolongé jusqu’à octobre 2028 via licences en volume.

Conditions requises

Outre la version, d’autres prérequis techniques et administratifs sont à respecter :

• Le système doit être activé et sous licence valide.
• L’appareil doit avoir les dernières mises à jour cumulatives installées – notamment les correctifs pré-ESU requis.
• L’utilisateur doit disposer de droits administrateur sur l’appareil.
• Pour les utilisateurs « consommateurs » (non entreprise) il faut être connecté avec un compte Microsoft (MSA). Certaines zones géographiques proposent une inscription gratuite sous certaines conditions (ex : EEE) selon l’offre locale
• L’appareil doit être capable de communiquer avec les services de Microsoft pour l’activation, la validation et les mises à jour : l’accès à certains endpoints est obligatoire.

Cas d’exclusion

Certains appareils ou scénarios sont non éligibles ou nécessitent un traitement spécifique :

• Les appareils en mode kiosque ou liés à un domaine Active Directory ou à un gestionnaire MDM peuvent ne pas pouvoir s’inscrire via l’offre grand public.
• Les versions de Windows 10 antérieures à la 22H2 ne sont pas éligibles à l’ESU grand public.
• Le programme ESU ne couvre que les mises à jour de sécurité (catégories Critique / Importante) : il n’inclut pas les nouvelles fonctionnalités ou les correctifs non-sécurité.

Tarification et particularités géographiques

• Pour les utilisateurs non-professionnels, l’accès à l’ESU peut être gratuit en échange de certaines conditions (compte Microsoft, échange de points…) ou payant (ex : 30 $) selon les régions.
• Dans la zone de l’Espace économique européen (EEE), Microsoft a annoncé que l’ESU grand public serait gratuit pour une période d’au moins un an, sans obligation de sauvegarde dans le cloud

La page de Microsoft : https://learn.microsoft.com/fr-fr/windows/whats-new/enable-extended-security-updates

Quelles versions de Windows ont été concernées par l’ESU ?

Voici les systèmes qui ont bénéficié (ou vont bénéficier) du programme ESU :

Comment s’inscrire aux mises à jour de sécurité étendues (ESU)

Une fois que vous avez vérifié que votre appareil est éligible au programme ESU, vous pouvez passer à l’étape suivante : l’inscription et l’activation des mises à jour de sécurité étendues.

Windows 10 propose plusieurs méthodes selon votre profil :

• via Windows Update, la méthode la plus simple pour les particuliers ;
• avec un compte Microsoft 365 Personnel ou Famille ;
• ou, pour les entreprises, par clé MAK ou déploiement via Intune.

Voici un guide détaillé vous explique pas à pas comment procéder à l’inscription et corriger les erreurs d’enrôlement ESU : Windows 10 : s’inscrire aux mises à jour de sécurité étendues (ESU) et corriger les erreurs d’inscription

Que se passe-t-il si je ne prends pas l’ESU ?

Si vous continuez d’utiliser un système sans ESU après sa fin de support :

• Vous ne recevrez plus aucune mise à jour de sécurité,
• Vous serez plus exposé aux attaques (exploitations de failles connues),
• Certaines applications (navigateurs, outils bancaires, logiciels tiers) refuseront progressivement de s’exécuter sur une version obsolète de Windows.

FAQ – Mises à jour de sécurité prolongées pour Windows 10 (ESU)

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UGREEN DXP4800 PLUS vs DH4300 NAS – Which Should You Buy?

UGREEN’s emergence into the NAS market has been notably rapid, expanding from its early DXP series Kickstarter campaigns in 2024 to a full retail presence in 2025. Among its growing portfolio, two models now define the entry and mid-range segments of the company’s lineup: the DH4300 Plus and the DXP4800 Plus. Both are 4-bay NAS systems built around UGREEN’s in-house UGOS Pro operating system, offering cross-platform client access, RAID options, and remote synchronization. However, beneath their similar exteriors lie significant differences in design philosophy, hardware architecture, and expandability. The DH4300 represents the brand’s low-power ARM-based solution focused on simplicity and efficiency, while the DXP4800 Plus adopts an Intel x86 platform that aims to deliver higher throughput, broader software compatibility, and long-term scalability. This comparison examines each system in detail to identify where their strengths diverge and which one may better align with different user priorities.

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DH4300 vs DXP4800 PLUS – Design and Storage

Both the DH4300 Plus and DXP4800 Plus are 4-bay NAS systems, yet their physical execution and approach to storage differ substantially. The DH4300 Plus adopts a compact vertical cube form, measuring just 155mm per side, prioritizing low noise and minimal desk footprint. It uses plastic top-loading trays that can house either 2.5-inch SSDs or 3.5-inch HDDs. Drives are inserted vertically from the top, secured internally via SATA connectors. This layout helps keep the system small and easy to position in tighter setups but limits front-access servicing and restricts the unit’s suitability for hot-swap drive replacement. The DXP4800 Plus, by contrast, uses a more conventional front-loading 4-bay metal chassis that resembles traditional NAS systems from Synology or QNAP. Each tray includes a locking mechanism, supports hot-swapping, and accepts both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch media. The metal body contributes to improved heat dissipation and rigidity, though it also results in higher weight and slightly higher fan noise. The chassis design clearly targets users expecting long-term durability and easier drive maintenance.

Beyond the drive trays themselves, the DXP4800 Plus expands the internal storage configuration by adding two M.2 NVMe slots. These can be assigned for SSD caching or as additional high-speed storage pools. This flexibility is absent in the DH4300 Plus, which is limited to its four SATA bays. The M.2 capability allows the DXP4800 Plus to create tiered storage setups that combine large-capacity HDDs with SSD acceleration, a feature relevant to media libraries or multi-user data environments requiring rapid retrieval. A key architectural distinction lies in their system drives. The DH4300 Plus relies on a 32GB eMMC flash module, while the DXP4800 Plus integrates a 128GB NVMe SSD dedicated to UGOS Pro. The SSD delivers faster system responsiveness, reduced latency, and provides enough capacity to install alternative operating systems if the user chooses. The eMMC module, while efficient, is considerably slower and less flexible for advanced tasks such as dual-boot environments or virtualized OS installations.

Both systems officially support up to 30TB drives per bay, giving the DH4300 Plus a theoretical ceiling of 120TB, while the DXP4800 Plus extends to 136TB when the NVMe bays are included. The practical implication is straightforward: the DXP4800 Plus provides more room to grow, both in capacity and performance scaling. For users seeking long-term expandability and tiered storage, the Intel-based unit presents the more adaptable platform. Meanwhile, those prioritizing compactness, lower power draw, and quiet operation may find the DH4300 Plus’ simplified vertical design sufficient for modest home or small-office workloads.

DXP4800 PLUS vs DH4300 – Internal Hardware

The UGREEN DH4300 Plus is powered by a Rockchip ARM processor built on a big.LITTLE configuration consisting of four Cortex-A76 and four Cortex-A55 cores, clocked at up to 2.0GHz. This eight-core design is efficient and well-suited for basic NAS tasks such as file sharing, backups, and light multimedia use. The processor is paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X memory that is soldered to the mainboard and non-upgradable. Power efficiency is a major strength of this configuration, typically consuming less than half the power of Intel-based systems when idle. However, its ARM architecture inherently restricts compatibility with x86 applications, virtual machines, and certain Docker containers, limiting its scope for heavier workloads.

By contrast, the DXP4800 Plus employs an Intel Pentium Gold 8505, a five-core, six-thread processor from Intel’s 12th Generation “Alder Lake” family. This hybrid x86 chip combines a single Performance core and four Efficient cores, supporting hardware virtualization, AVX2 instruction sets, and Intel UHD Graphics. Paired with 8GB of DDR5 memory, expandable up to 64GB, the DXP4800 Plus accommodates far more demanding tasks, including Docker deployments, Plex hardware transcoding, and multiple concurrent user operations. The use of DDR5 not only increases bandwidth but also introduces on-die error correction (ODECC) for improved data integrity, especially under sustained workloads.

Thermally, the two models are built with different cooling philosophies. The DH4300 Plus relies on its plastic housing and a single rear fan to quietly manage airflow, maintaining modest heat output even under continuous drive access. The DXP4800 Plus uses a metal chassis with enhanced thermal conduction and larger active cooling components to handle its higher power draw and CPU thermal output. As a result, it operates at a higher baseline wattage but sustains performance under extended heavy loads without throttling.

The difference between these platforms is clear: the DH4300 Plus targets efficiency and affordability, while the DXP4800 Plus prioritizes raw performance, expandability, and compatibility. The ARM-based model functions effectively as a quiet, low-cost personal cloud, whereas the Intel-powered alternative transitions closer to a professional or prosumer NAS capable of handling heavier workloads and future expansion.

DH4300 vs DXP4800 PLUS – Connectivity

The connectivity options on these two NAS systems reinforce their differing design priorities. The UGREEN DH4300 Plus offers a minimal, streamlined interface aimed at simplicity. It features a single 2.5GbE LAN port, sufficient for small network environments or home setups. This port provides adequate throughput for multi-user file access, media streaming, and backups, but limits scalability for link aggregation or 10GbE network integration. On the front, the DH4300 Plus includes one USB-C (5Gb/s) and two USB-A (5Gb/s) ports for connecting external storage or peripheral devices. Around the back, a 4K HDMI 2.0 output is provided, allowing direct media playback or access to the NAS desktop interface through a monitor and keyboard. Although compact and functional, the absence of additional network interfaces or expansion options means the DH4300 Plus is a closed system with limited upgrade flexibility.

The DXP4800 Plus presents a markedly broader I/O profile. Networking is handled by both a 2.5GbE and a 10GbE RJ45 port, enabling dual-network configurations, link aggregation, or high-speed connectivity to 10GbE switches and workstations. This combination provides a clear advantage for environments with large data transfers, such as video editing, virtualization, or backup synchronization across multiple systems. USB connectivity is also improved, with a front USB-C and USB-A port (each 10Gb/s), plus three additional rear USB-A ports—one at 5Gb/s and two at USB 2.0 speeds for legacy devices. The inclusion of an SD 3.0 card reader on the front panel enhances convenience for photographers or media professionals who regularly import content.

Both models offer HDMI output supporting 4K display, but only the DXP4800 Plus benefits from Intel’s integrated UHD Graphics, allowing smoother playback and better compatibility with third-party applications such as Plex, Jellyfin, or VLC in a connected display mode. The DH4300’s ARM GPU can output a graphical interface but struggles with higher bitrates and complex codec formats. Neither system includes PCIe or Thunderbolt expansion, although the DXP4800 Plus is more likely to support future USB-based expansion storage, given its higher USB bandwidth and processing headroom.

The result is a distinct separation in capability: the DH4300 Plus offers the essentials for simple network storage and direct access, while the DXP4800 Plus is engineered to serve as a central node in more advanced home or office networks, handling high-speed workflows and multi-interface operations with ease.

DH4300 vs DXP4800 PLUS – Software and Services

Both NAS systems operate on UGREEN’s UGOS Pro, the company’s in-house Linux-based operating system that has evolved considerably since its debut. UGOS Pro delivers a browser-accessible interface and companion apps for desktop and mobile devices, providing cross-platform file management, media streaming, and remote synchronization. Both the DH4300 Plus and DXP4800 Plus share the same core software experience, including snapshot protection, multi-tier backup utilities, RAID configuration tools, and cloud synchronization with popular platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. Remote access can be achieved through relay services or secure connections such as Tailscale VPN, enabling users to maintain access without direct port forwarding.

Where the differences begin to emerge is in application scope and performance. The ARM-based DH4300 Plus supports a subset of the total UGOS Pro app library, running core services such as file sharing, photo management, and music/video playback, but it is limited when it comes to containerization and virtualization. Its CPU architecture prevents the use of virtual machines and restricts Docker to lightweight ARM-compatible containers. This makes it a suitable platform for personal data hosting or small-scale media libraries but less appropriate for professional or experimental use cases.

The DXP4800 Plus, leveraging its Intel x86 CPU and larger memory capacity, unlocks the full UGOS Pro ecosystem. It supports Docker for containerized applications and a dedicated Virtual Machine Manager, allowing users to run Windows, Ubuntu, or Android environments directly on the NAS. This hardware advantage extends to AI-based services integrated into UGOS Pro, including facial and object recognition within the Photo app. The DXP4800 Plus processes these functions locally at higher speed and with greater precision, while the DH4300 Plus delivers only basic recognition due to its lower AI compute capability.

Media handling is another clear differentiator. Both NAS units can run the native UGREEN Theater app for video playback, but the DXP4800 Plus benefits from hardware-accelerated 4K transcoding via Intel UHD Graphics. This enables smooth playback across Plex, Jellyfin, and Emby, even for HEVC or high-bitrate formats. The DH4300 Plus lacks equivalent hardware decoding support and therefore relies on software rendering, which can lead to stuttering or incompatibility when streaming demanding media.

Overall, UGOS Pro maintains functional parity across both systems at the surface level, yet the DXP4800 Plus unlocks a broader range of use cases—from virtualization to heavier AI and multimedia workloads. The DH4300 Plus remains best suited to users seeking a straightforward, reliable network storage environment without advanced compute or scalability expectations.

DXP4800 PLUS vs DH4300 – Verdict & Conclusion

The UGREEN DH4300 Plus and DXP4800 Plus ultimately cater to two very different categories of users, despite sharing the same UGOS Pro ecosystem and similar 4-bay configurations. The DH4300 Plus is built for simplicity, energy efficiency, and quiet continuous operation. Its ARM-based design consumes far less power and generates minimal heat, which is appealing for users who want a NAS that can run 24/7 in a home or office without significant energy cost or noise impact. It handles standard NAS duties—file storage, scheduled backups, photo management, and light multimedia playback—without issue. However, its hardware limitations restrict its suitability for more advanced workloads such as containerized apps, virtual machines, or high-resolution video transcoding. This makes the DH4300 Plus ideal for users seeking dependable, local network storage that functions as a personal cloud or central backup hub, not as an extensible compute platform.

The DXP4800 Plus, on the other hand, occupies a very different space in UGREEN’s product strategy. Its x86 Intel processor, DDR5 memory, dual-network connectivity (including 10GbE), and support for NVMe caching elevate it closer to what many would consider a professional-grade NAS system. It offers faster response times, wider compatibility with third-party applications, and a platform that supports future scalability through additional storage, memory, and software deployments. This system also opens the door to real virtualization, Docker-based workloads, and higher performance in media services thanks to Intel’s hardware-accelerated graphics. While it requires more power and a higher upfront investment, it delivers a measurable leap in flexibility, stability under heavier loads, and long-term performance headroom.

In practical terms, the DH4300 Plus will satisfy users who simply want to move away from cloud reliance, consolidate data locally, and maintain low running costs. The DXP4800 Plus suits those who expect their NAS to perform as both a data server and an active processing node for AI indexing, 4K media handling, or business-level file operations. Both systems are well-built, and UGOS Pro continues to mature into a stable operating environment, but the DXP4800 Plus clearly represents the more capable and future-ready choice. The DH4300 Plus fulfills its role as a compact, accessible entry into local network storage, while the DXP4800 Plus defines UGREEN’s current benchmark for serious, performance-oriented users.

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If you have tried to update your computer but cannot install some critical updates, you may get the error message that your device is missing important security and quality fixes. This error may include the 0x80070643 error code.

This error is similar to the 0x8024ce16 Windows update. In this guide, we will walk you through some of the most effective ways of fixing the Windows 11 problem.

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

On Windows 11, you have several troubleshooters built into the operating system. The Windows Update troubleshooter is one of them. It will scan the computer for potential causes of your device missing important security and quality fixes. It will fix the problem or recommend solutions.

1. Open the Settings app by pressing the Windows + I keys.

2. Click the System option on the left, then click Troubleshoot on the right.

3. Click Other troubleshooters.

4. Click the Run button for Windows Update.

5. Follow the wizard to complete the process, then restart the computer if needed.

2. Reset Windows Update Components

When you encounter the error that your device is missing important security and quality fixes, you should reset Windows update components. This reset will fix corruption or missing files that may contribute to the error.

1. Click the magnifying lens on the Taskbar, type cmd, and hit Run as Administrator.

2. Run the commands below by typing them in the command prompt and hitting Enter after each one. This will stop all update services.

net stop wuauserv

net stop bits

net stop appidsvc

net stop cryptsvc

3. Optionally, delete your temporary files by running the command below:

cd %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution
del /f /s /q *.*

4. Run both commands below to rename the SoftwareDistribution and Catroot2 folders.

ren %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old

ren %systemroot%\System32\catroot2 Catroot2.old

5. Finally, restart the update services by running the command below, then restart the computer.

net start wuauserv

net start bits

net start appidsvc

net start cryptsvc

3. Fix Image and System File Corruption

File corruption is a common cause of update errors: your device is missing important security and quality fixes. On Windows 11, you may use the DISM and SFC scans to fix said corruption. These scans will replace or repair any corrupted files.

1. Click the magnifying lens on the Taskbar, type cmd, and hit Run as Administrator.

2. Run the two DISM commands below to scan for image corruption and fix any discovered corruption.

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

3. Fix system file corruption by running the SFC scan below.

sfc /scannow

4. Delete the Windows Update Registry Log

You may suspect log corruption if you are still experiencing the update error after all the solutions above. In that case, you should consider deleting the Windows Update registry log. Follow the steps below.

1. Click the magnifying lens on the Taskbar, type cmd, and hit Run as Administrator.

2. Type the commands below, and hit Enter after each one.

Reg delete HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate

Net stop wuauserv >NUL

Cd C:\windows

rmdir softwaredistribution /s /q

Net start wuauserv >NUL

3. Lastly, restart your computer and retry the update to see if the error: your device is missing important security and quality fixes is resolved.

Successfully Updating Windows

The solutions in this guide will help you successfully update your computer without the error: your device is missing important security and quality fixes.

You may reset the computer as a last resort; however, the solutions we offer should suffice in most cases.

Were you able to resolve the error? Please tell us what worked in the comment section below.

FAQs

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Updating your Windows computer is critical to optimal performance. However, the update process may encounter some challenges. Recently, we have heard people talk of the 0x8000ffff Windows 11 update error.

This error may indicate software conflicts, corrupted files, or problems with essential update components. Let us run you through some of the most effective fixes in this guide.

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

Windows has some built-in troubleshooters. The Windows update troubleshooter is one of them. This tool will scan your computer for updates and fix problems or recommend corrective actions. Follow the steps below to run the utility.

1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.

2. Click the System tab on the left, then click Troubleshoot on the right.

3. Click Other troubleshooters.

4. Click the Run button for Windows Update.

5. Follow the Wizard to complete the process.

2. Run the DISM and SFC Scans

Corrupted installation and system files commonly cause the 0x8000ffff Windows 11 update error. This is because the update process may rely on some of these files to complete successfully. Luckily, on Windows 11, you may employ the DISM and SFC tools to fix said corruption.

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.

2. Type cmd and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter.

3. Type the command below, hitting Enter after each one to run the DISM scan.

DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /SCANHEALTH
DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /CHECKHEALTH
DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /RESTOREHEALTH

3. Type the command below and hit Enter to run the SFC scan.

sfc /scannow

3. Perform the Update from the Windows Update Catalog

When updates are not completed successfully, there are chances that certain update components are not working correctly. If this is the case, you may perform a manual update. You will need to download the needed update from the Windows Update catalog. Also, you will need to find the problematic update. Follow the steps below.

1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.

2. Click Windows Update on the left pane and Update History on the right.

3. You should see the name of your most recent update. It usually starts with a K. Note the name.

4. head to the Windows Update Catalog website.

5. Past your update in the search bar, click Search, then click Download for the specific update you need.

6. Double-click the download to install it.

4. Reset your Windows Store Cache

Resetting the Store cache will fix corrupted or outdated cache data and conflicting cache entries that may trigger the update error. It also eliminates synchronization and permission issues,

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.

2. Type the command below and hit Enter.

WSReset.exe

5. Temporarily Disable the .Net Framework Feature

Disabling the.NET framework is one of the best ways to fix the Windows 11 update error with code 0x8000ffff. This is due to the possibility that the component will disrupt the updating process.

1. Press Windows + R, type apwiz.cpl, and hit Enter.

2. Click Turn Windows features on or off.

3. Uncheck all .Net Framework checkboxes and click the OK button.

4. Retry the update and re-enable the .Net framework when the update is complete.

No More Update Error 0x8000ffff

That is all you need to know about the Windows 11 0x8000ffff update error. In most cases, it is an easy fix. In rare situations, you may consider a reinstallation of the operating system. But this is a drastic measure and should be reserved as a last resort.

Do you have questions about the update error? We love to hear them in the comment section below. You may consider similar fixes for the 0x800f0831 Windows Update error.

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Updating your computer is essential housekeeping to ensure optimal device performance. However, hiccups like the Windows 11 update error 0x800f0831 make it impossible for the process to complete properly.

In the past, we have explored other update errors, but this 0x800f0831 error is mainly associated with the missing manifest of an update package. You should run through the solutions below to fix it.

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

This is a perfect starting point for the 0x800f0831 Windows 11 update error. The Windows Update installer will scan your computer for update problems, fix them, or recommend solutions.

1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.

2. Click the System tab on the left, then click Troubleshoot on the right.

3. Click Other troubleshooters.

4. Click the Run button for Windows Update.

5. Follow the Wizard to complete the process.

2. Reset Windows Update Components

Update components include a group of services, files, and tools that are essential to successfully updating the computer. When some of these components are corrupted, you may reset them to fix the Windows 11 update error 0x800f0831. Follow the steps below.

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.

2. Type cmd and hit Ctrl + Shift + enter.

3. Type the command below, hitting enter after each one to stop updating components.

net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver

4. Rename update folders by typing the commands below and hitting Enter after each one.

ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 Catroot2.old

5. Restart the update components by typing the commands below and hitting Enter.

net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver

3. Manually Fix Partially Installed Components

If a specific update causes the Windows 11 update error 0x800f0831, you may manually download it from the Windows catalog website and install it manually.

1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.

2. Click Windows Update on the left pane and Update History on the right.

3. You should see the name of your most recent update. It usually starts with a K. Note the name.

4. head to the Windows Update Catalog website.

5. Past your update in the search bar, click Search, then click Download for the specific update you need.

6. Double-click the download to install it.

4. Run the DISM and SFC Scans

You may use DISM and SFC to fix corruption issues that trigger the Windows 11 update error 0x800f0831 on Windows. These utilities will scan images and system files for corruption and repair or replace any observed corruption.

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.

2. Type cmd and hit Ctrl + Shift + enter.

3. Type the command below, hitting Enter after each one to run the DISM scan.

DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /SCANHEALTH
DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /CHECKHEALTH
DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /RESTOREHEALTH

3. Type the command below and hit Enter to run the SFC scan.

sfc /scannow

5. Perform an In-place Upgrade

An in-place upgrade should be your last resort because this solution may lead to some data loss. However, it is very effective. You must visit the Windows 11 ISO download website and follow the steps below.

1. Click the Download Now button to get the ISO image.

2. Double-click the downloaded file to run it.

3. When you get to the Install Windows 11 screen, ensure that you uncheck I want to help make the installation of Windows better, then select the Change how Windows Setup download updates option.

4. Click Not right now on the subsequent window, then click Next.

5. Accept the user terms.

6. Click Choose what to keep on the Ready to install window, then select what you like to preserve.

7. Finally, click Install.

Update Windows 11 Without Hitch

Now, you can update your Windows 11 without the 0x800f0831 update error. While we have offered some effective solutions, you should start with the most appropriate ones.

Let us know what worked in the comment section below.

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