I’m experiencing issues trying to reinstall Docker Desktop on my Windows 10 machine after it suddenly stopped working. Here’s the full context:
System details:
Windows 10 version: (Pro/Home – specify) WSL version: WSL2 Virtualization: Enabled in BIOS Docker Desktop: Was previously installed and working fine, but suddenly stopped working. I uninstalled it and now I can’t reinstall. The problem:
When I try to reinstall Docker Desktop, I get the error message: “This app won’t work on your PC”
I’ve ensured that I’m downloading the correct version from the official Docker website. I also followed all the usual troubleshooting steps, including: Ensuring virtualization is enabled in BIOS. Updating WSL2 to the latest version (wsl --update). Deleting leftover Docker files in ProgramData and AppData. Checking Hyper-V and WSL components are enabled.
Things I’ve tried: Cleaned up all Docker files and tried a fresh installation. Verified that virtualization is working (checked in Task Manager). Reinstalled WSL2 and reset the WSL distro. Made sure my Windows is up-to-date and running the latest updates.
Current status: I still cannot reinstall Docker Desktop. It keeps failing with the same message. Previously, Docker worked fine for a long time, so I’m confused as to why this issue has come up after uninstalling.
Has anyone encountered this issue before, or can suggest any other steps I might have missed? I’m happy to provide more details or logs if needed.
Thanks in advance for your help!