After upgrading to Windows 8.1 my screen becomes unstable and nothing really works.

I am "fortunate" that Windows upgrades itself automatically (I forgot to remove this feature) and when it does nothing works propeprly: teh screen blinks every now and then, the cursor doens't stop whiling...meaning its doing something (I can't figure out what!).
HOw do I do this darn upgrade without a hassle?
Thank you.

Hi @Krause59 , 
Thank you for visiting the HP Support Forums and Welcome. Here is a link to Microsoft to check your Notebook. Make sure your Windows updates have been done.
I would be happy to assist if needed as there are many models of HP Notebooks, I would need the model number.
How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?
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