HP Stream does not have enough storage to do any updates.....what can I do?

[getitschade]

I have an HP Stream and it works well but it has run out of space to do importaint updates. I have cleared almost everything I can from it and it is still not enough. What can I do? Where can I take it? 

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @getitschade,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Here are a few ways to free up space and install updates:

Use an External USB Drive (Recommended)

• Windows allows you to use a USB flash drive (at least 16GB) as temporary storage for updates.
• Plug in the USB, then go to Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates and let Windows use the USB for additional space.

Run Disk Cleanup

1. Press Win + R, type cleanmgr, and hit Enter.
2. Select C: Drive, then click “Clean up system files”.
3. Check "Windows Update Cleanup", "Temporary Files," and "Recycle Bin" → Click OK.

Uninstall Unused Apps

• Go to Settings → Apps → Installed apps.
• Uninstall games, pre-installed software (like OneDrive, Xbox Game Bar, etc.).

Move Files to an SD Card / USB Drive

• Insert a microSD card (if your model supports it) or an external hard drive.
• Move documents, downloads, and media to free up space.

Delete Windows Old Files (After an Update)

1. Open File Explorer → Go to C:\Windows.old (if it exists).
2. Delete it to free up 5-10GB.

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