While not recommended, the same result can be achieved through Registry. Alternatively, you can specify that installation will occur during the automatic maintenance time (configured using Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Maintenance Scheduler).Īlways automatically restart at the scheduled time forces a restart after the specified installation time and lets you configure a timer to warn a signed-in user that a restart is going to occur. To set the time, you need to go to Configure Automatic Updates, select option 4 - Auto download and schedule the install, and then enter a time in the Scheduled install time dropdown. In Group Policy, within Configure Automatic Updates, you can configure a forced restart after a specified installation time. You can schedule update installation and set policies for restart, configure active hours for when restarts will not occur, or you can do both. You can use Group Policy settings, mobile device management (MDM), or Registry (not recommended) to configure when devices will restart after a Windows 10 update is installed. Looking for consumer information? See Windows Update: FAQ
