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How to Update the WSL Kernel on your PC

It looks like you have experienced an error that will require you to re-install the WSL kernel on your machine. Follow these steps to resolve it.

  1. Open Powershell as an Administrator:

    1. Click on the start menu and search for Windows Powershell or Command Prompt. Be sure to click Run as Administrator on the window.

      Screenshow of Windows search opening Windows Powershell as admin

  2. Run the update command:

    1. Type wsl --update into the open Powershell window and hit enter to update the WSL kernel.

Once WSL has been updated the Degraded notification should go away. If you continue to see the notification, take a screen shot, and reach out to Salad Support.

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