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# Windows Update Blocker

Windows Update can restart your PC unexpectedly, killing your Ragnabot session mid-grind. Use **Windows Update Blocker** to temporarily disable automatic updates while botting.

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## ❓ Why Block Windows Updates?

| Problem                  | Impact                                         |
| ------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------- |
| **Forced restarts**      | PC reboots in the middle of a farming session  |
| **Background downloads** | Consumes bandwidth and causes lag spikes       |
| **Update installations** | High CPU/disk usage slows down the game client |

{% hint style="warning" %}
This is meant for **temporary use** while running Ragnabot. Remember to re-enable updates periodically to keep your system secure.
{% endhint %}

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## 📥 Download

Download **Windows Update Blocker v1.8** from Sordum:

👉 <https://www.sordum.org/9470/windows-update-blocker-v1-8/>

The tool is portable — no installation required.

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## 🛠️ How to Use

### Step 1: Download & Extract

1. Click the download link on the Sordum page
2. Extract the `.zip` file to any folder

### Step 2: Launch the Tool

Run **`Wub.exe`** from the extracted folder. No installation needed — it runs as a portable app.

{% hint style="info" %}
On the first launch, Windows may show a SmartScreen warning. Click **More info** → **Run anyway** to proceed. The tool is safe and widely used.
{% endhint %}

### Step 3: Disable Windows Update

1. Select **Disable Updates** (radio button)
2. Check **Protect Services Settings** to prevent Windows from re-enabling updates on its own
3. Click **Apply Now**

The status icon will turn **red**, confirming that Windows Update has been disabled.

### Step 4: Re-enable Windows Update

When you're done with your bot session and want to update your system:

1. Open **Wub.exe** again
2. Select **Enable Updates**
3. Click **Apply Now**

The status icon will turn **green**, confirming updates are active again.

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## 📊 Status Indicators

| Icon Color   | Meaning                                                                     |
| ------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 🟢 **Green** | Windows Update is **enabled** — updates will download and install normally  |
| 🔴 **Red**   | Windows Update is **disabled** — no updates will be downloaded or installed |

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## ⚙️ Recommended Setup for Botting

For the best experience while running Ragnabot:

1. **Before starting a session** — Open Wub.exe, disable updates, and protect service settings
2. **After finishing** — Re-enable updates to keep your system secure
3. **Weekly** — Let Windows install pending updates to stay protected

{% hint style="success" %}
**Tip:** Keep Wub.exe in the same folder as Ragnabot so it's always handy when you start a session.
{% endhint %}

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## 💬 Still Having Issues?

If Windows Update keeps re-enabling itself:

1. Make sure **Protect Services Settings** is checked before clicking Apply
2. Try running **Wub.exe** as Administrator
3. Reach out on our **Discord** for support: <https://discord.com/invite/ZD9BNfCe5k>


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