5 Ways to Fix Error Encountered During Windows Update

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Restart Windows Update Service

If the Windows update services are not working properly, it can cause Windows update error. When this happens, restart the Windows update service on your PC and try updating it again. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:OpenServices> right-click onWindows Update> click onProperties.

Step 2:SelectStart> hitOK.

Fix 2: Run the System File Checker Scan

Known as an SFC scan, it effectively deals with malicious and corrupt files on your computer. It’s a handy trick to fix issues with Windows updates failing, getting stuck, and other errors. Here’s what you need to do.

Step 1:Open theCommand Promptwith administrator privileges.

Step 2:Type the followingcommandand pressEnter. Wait for the scan to run and check.

Fix 3: Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

Microsoft offers a troubleshooter tool to fix issues regarding the update process. You can run it to fix errors encountered during the Windows update process. Here’s what you need to do.

Step 1:Press theWindows + I keyto open Settings.

Step 2:Click onSystemfrom the sidebar > click onTroubleshoot.

Step 3:ClickOther troubleshooters.

Step 4:Click theRunbutton next to Windows Update. Follow the recommendations when prompted.

Also Read:How to fix Windows update error 0x800f081f in Windows 11

Fix 4: Ensure Secure Boot Is Enabled

Secure Boot helps ensure your Windows 11 device boots up with all the software that your device’s manufacturer trusts. If it is disabled, it can cause issues with certain device functions, like installing updates. So, follow the below steps to check and enable Secure Boot on Windows 11.

Note:The steps to enter BIOS and locate the Secure Boot menu might differ based on your device’s OEM. We’re using an ASUS device for demonstration.

Step 1:Restartyour laptop. Once you see your device’s logo, repeatedly press theF2orEsckey to enter BIOS.

Step 2:Once you enter the BIOS, go to theSecuritytab.

Step 3:Go down and selectSecure Boot.

Step 4:Select the Secure Boot Controldrop-downand selectEnabled.

Once done, use the F10 key to save the changes and exit the BIOS. Once your laptop boots up, try installing the Windows update again.

If one of the services related to Windows updates faces an issue, you may run into an error encountered during the update process. You can use the Command Prompt to restore related services and resolve the issue. Here’s how.

Step 1:OpenCommand Promptand type the followingcommand. Pressenterto run it.

Step 2:Now, type the followingcommandsand run them using theenterkey one by one.

Step 3:Once done, enter the followingcommands> pressenterto run them.

Step 4:Now, start Windows update-related services by running the belowcommands.

Once done, close Command Prompt and try installing the relevant Windows update again to check if the issue has been fixed.

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Last updated on 30 August, 2024

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