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Microsoft restores Windows RT 8.1 update after fixing 'crash issue'

Microsoft says it has figured out what caused some Surface RT machines to shut down unexpectedly while downloading the free Windows RT 8.1 update, and has restored the update to the Windows Store.

FP Archives|Oct 22, 2013, 22:27:30 IST

Redmond, Washington: Microsoft says it has figured out what caused some Surface RT machines to shut down unexpectedly while downloading the free Windows RT 8.1 update, and has restored the update to the Windows Store.The company said Tuesday the problem occurred when previously released updates were still being installed while the Windows RT 8.1 update was being downloaded. For about 1 of 1,000 Surface RT owners who downloaded the 8.1 update, that caused the machine to shut down and become inoperable.[caption id="attachment_1187705" align="alignleft" width="380"]

Microsoft Surface tablet is seen in this file photo. AP[/caption]Microsoft has offered a way to revive the unit and complete the update using a USB drive. The solution requires using a separate computer.On Tuesday, Microsoft also began selling its latest models, Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2.Associated Press

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