ICLOUD FOR WINDOWS 11.1 FAILED

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/icloud-wont-start-upgrade-to-icloud-for-windows/39ee1a58-f94a-459c-bf27-67accfba83a1?page=2

this was found on the Microsoft website

the fix Is to

uninstall iCloud for windows

reboot

reinstall the latest version of iCloud for windows

- Click Start

- Right Click iCloud

- Click more

- Run as Administrator

That's the one! This worked!! Run the app as administrator and the error disappears.

I fixed it by rolling back to a previous Restore Point and then reinstalling the iCloud update.

How to recover using System Restore on Windows 10

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Create a restore point, and click the top result to open the System Properties experience.
3. Click the System Restore button.
4. Click the Next button.
5. Select the restore point that you want to use on your computer.

Hey CARLUVKRIS!

Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities!

To resolve the error 101 issues for iCloud for Windows please follow the se steps:

1. Uninstall the existing iCloud for Windows version on your PC
2. Install iCloud for Windows 7 and Windows 8 directly from the Apple Website (even if you're currently running a later version of windows: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204283 > * On Windows 7 and Windows 8, you can download iCloud for Windows on Apple's website. > Once installer is downloaded launch the installer > follow installation steps

Hope this helps!

Xia

Hey bigbikerrob!

Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities!

To resolve the error 101 issues for iCloud for Windows please follow the se steps:

1. Uninstall the existing iCloud for Windows version on your PC
2. Install iCloud for Windows 7 and Windows 8 directly from the Apple Website (even if you're currently running a later version of windows: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204283 > * On Windows 7 and Windows 8, you can download iCloud for Windows on Apple's website. > Once installer is downloaded launch the installer > follow installation steps

Hope this helps!

Xia

Hey there CARLUVKRIS,

Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. I understand you’re running into an error when attempting to update iCloud for Windows. I’ll be happy to help.

If an update for iCloud for Windows is failing, make sure that you meet the system requirements for iCloud for Windows.

If that looks good and you still can’t update, restart your computer and try manually updating by downloading the latest version here:

Download iCloud for Windows

If you still have issues, go through this link for other steps that may help:

Get help using iCloud for Windows

Regards.

Merlin309,

You got it all wrong, I think you are conflating my solution

with Carluvkris’s solution. I did not uninstall iCloud.

When I install a programme Windows creates a Restore point.

So when I tried to install iCloud 11.1 a restore point was created.

I rolled back to the restore point just prior to the 11.1

install, it kept all my programs and files, I lost nothing.  

I suggest you try it and see what dates your restore points options are

and then either cancel the rollback or proceed.

This worked for me and I hope you can sort out your problem.

solved for me by re-installing iCloud for Windows 7.x

not found a solution with iCloud for Windows 10

I didn't see a restore point for version prior 11.1

I installed the windows 8 version, and yes it works in part. iCloud drive, photos, and bookmarks seem to work, but the integration with office 365 (mail, contacts, calendars, and tasks) does not.

I had a slightly different message "We detected that you are using an older version of Windows" which wasn't about the windows build, but the absence of HEVC and HEIF support from MS, they are available, but sadly seem optional...

Installing these 2 fixed my 11.1 install. Maybe worth checking out, not sure 11.1 would work without them.

Details here:-

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT205328#olderversionmessage

PS. The upgrade is a worthwhile update as it now supports genuine iCloud syncing, allowing you to save space by removing the local copy. It also now supports Folder Sharing ala MacOS and iOS.