Windows Update Errors
Updated
69 codes in this group: 34 codes on 23 full pages, 35 listed in the table below with the official meaning and a one-line summary of what Microsoft's page suggests. This code shows up while Windows Update or a Windows upgrade is downloading, installing or setting up.
23 pages with the full steps
- 0x80070002The system cannot find the file specified (7 steps)
- 0x80070003Path not found (5 steps)
- 0x80070005E_ACCESSDENIED (8 steps)
- 0x80070008ERROR_NOT_ENOUGH_MEMORY (4 steps)
- 0x8007000DInvalid data (3 steps)
- 0x8007000eNot enough memory resources available (also 0x800705aa) (5 steps, 2 codes)
- 0x8007001FAttached device not functioning (5 steps)
- 0x80070020The process cannot access the file because it is being used by another process (4 steps)
- 0x80070070Not enough disk space (6 steps)
- 0x80070422Windows Update service is disabled or stopped (2 steps)
- 0x80070490ERROR_NOT_FOUND (driver install during update) (4 steps)
- 0x80070570The file or directory is corrupted and unreadable (5 steps)
- 0x800706D9EPT_S_NOT_REGISTERED (4 steps)
- 0x80071A91ERROR_RM_NOT_ACTIVE (6 steps)
- 0x80072EE2Windows Update server unavailable (2 steps)
- 0x80072F8FWrong date, time or time zone (3 steps)
- 0x800F0922Cannot reach the update servers, or System Reserved partition is full (7 steps)
- 0x8024001EWindows Update installation fails (several causes) (6 steps)
- 0x80240439Windows Update agent can't finish starting (4 steps)
- 0x8024402CWU_E_PT_WINHTTP_NAME_NOT_RESOLVED (5 steps)
- 0xC1900101Driver error during upgrade (33 steps, 10 codes)
- 0xC1900107Cleanup from a previous attempt is pending (4 steps)
- 0xC1900200PC may not meet the minimum requirements (2 steps, 2 codes)
General steps from Microsoft
Microsoft's pages give some steps for more than one code. Each block below names the Microsoft page and says which codes that page gives the steps for. A block applies to every code of this group only when it says so.
If this page and Microsoft's page differ, follow Microsoft's page.
From: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors
Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x80004005. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Restart and run the troubleshooter
Restart the PC, try again, and run the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x8007000D. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Repair system files
Run the System File Checker (SFC) and the DISM tool.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 2 codes of this group: 0x80070020, 0xC0000005. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Turn off antivirus during the install
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070020.
Changes security settingsSwitch antivirus off for a while during the installation.
Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors)
Turn off antivirus during the install
Microsoft gives this step for 0xC0000005.
Changes security settingsSwitch off antivirus software while the installation runs.
Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 2 codes of this group: 0x80070057, 0xC1900101. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Check the drive
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070057.
Changes disksCheck the hard drive for problems.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Repair hard-drive errors
Microsoft gives this step for 0xC1900101.
Changes disksSearch for command prompt on the taskbar, open Command Prompt and run chkdsk/f C: - this needs administrator permissions, and Windows asks you to restart so the repair can run.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 3 codes of this group: 0x80070057, 0x80070422, 0x8024000B. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Reset Windows Update components
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070057, 0x80070422.
Changes services or policyMicrosoft's row also lists resetting the Windows Update components (no details on that row).
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Reset Windows Update components
Microsoft gives this step for 0x8024000B.
Changes services or policyReset the Windows Update components.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 3 codes of this group: 0x8007042B, 0x800736B3, 0xC1900101. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Clean boot
Microsoft gives this step for 0x8007042B.
Changes boot or startupPrograms that start with Windows - antivirus, system utilities and other installed software - can interfere with the upgrade. Use a clean boot (Microsoft's clean boot page) to find out whether one of them is the cause, then retry.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Clean boot
Microsoft gives this step for 0x800736B3.
Changes boot or startupTry again after a clean boot.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Clean boot
Microsoft gives this step for 0xC1900101.
Changes boot or startupRestart Windows with a clean boot (Microsoft's 'How to perform a clean boot in Windows' page), then try the upgrade again.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x800736B3. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run System File Checker
Run sfc /scannow.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x800736B3. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Check the update services
Make sure the Windows Update services are running.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 3 codes of this group: 0x80073712, 0x8024000B, 0xC1900101. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Repair system files with DISM
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80073712.
Open Command Prompt (search for command prompt on the taskbar) and run DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth. Elsewhere on the same page (its 0xC1900101 steps), Microsoft notes that this needs administrator permissions.
Repair with DISM
Microsoft gives this step for 0x8024000B.
Use the DISM tool to repair damaged system files.
Restore and repair system files
Microsoft gives this step for 0xC1900101.
In Command Prompt run DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth. Administrator permissions are needed.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x800F081F. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Reinstall from installation media
Reinstalls Windows (in-place upgrade)Microsoft suggests the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool, or an in-place upgrade from the Windows ISO.
Microsoft advises: In an in-place upgrade you choose what to keep: Keep personal files and apps keeps your files, apps and settings, Keep personal files only removes your apps, and Keep nothing removes everything. Back up your personal files before you reinstall. (Reinstall Windows with the installation media)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x8024000B. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run the troubleshooter
Run the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x80246007. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Delete temporary update files
Can delete dataRemove the temporary update files.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0x80246007. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Restart the update service and run the troubleshooter
Changes services or policyRestart the Windows Update service, then run the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors for 1 code of this group: 0xC1900101. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Make room on the drive
Can delete dataCheck the free space first: Microsoft's minimum is 16 GB free to upgrade 32-bit Windows and 20 GB free for 64-bit Windows. Free up space if you have less.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files first. If you clean up system files, deleting the previous version of Windows can't be undone. (Free up drive space in Windows)
From: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows
Source: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 7 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x80070003 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070020 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070057 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070422 (Windows 10 only), 0x800705b4, 0x80246007 (Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Restart the PC
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070002, 0x80070003 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070020 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070057 (Windows 10 only), 0x800705b4, 0x80246007 (Windows 10 only).
Restart, so no other app is holding up the update.
Restart and check for updates
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070422.
Windows 10 only.
Restart the PC, then go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates and install what it finds.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 12 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x80070003 (Windows 10 only), 0x8007000D, 0x80070020 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070057, 0x800705b4 (Windows 10 only), 0x80073712 (Windows 10 only), 0x80080005, 0x800F081F (Windows 10 only), 0x80240034, 0x80246007 (Windows 10 only), 0x80248014. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070002, 0x8007000D, 0x80070057, 0x80080005, 0x80240034, 0x80248014.
Go to Start > Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters, find Windows Update, select Run and follow the prompts.
Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070003, 0x80070020, 0x80070057, 0x800705b4, 0x80073712, 0x800F081F, 0x80246007.
Windows 10 only.
Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters, choose Windows Update under Get up and running, select Run the troubleshooter and follow the prompts.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 5 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x80070003 (Windows 10 only), 0x8007000e (Windows 10 only), 0x80070057 (Windows 10 only), 0x800F0922. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Check disk space
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070002, 0x80070003 (Windows 10 only), 0x80070057 (Windows 10 only).
Can delete dataMicrosoft's minimum free space is 16 GB for 32-bit Windows and 20 GB for 64-bit Windows. If the PC's drive is small, plugging in a USB drive may be needed for the update.
If storage is low, use the tips on Microsoft's 'Free up drive space in Windows' page.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files first. If you clean up system files, deleting the previous version of Windows can't be undone. (Free up drive space in Windows)
Free up disk space
Microsoft gives this step for 0x8007000e (Windows 10 only), 0x800F0922.
Can delete dataMicrosoft's minimum free space is 16 GB for 32-bit Windows and 20 GB for 64-bit Windows. If the PC's drive is small, plugging in a USB drive may be needed for the update.
If storage is low, use the tips on Microsoft's 'Free up drive space in Windows' page.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files first. If you clean up system files, deleting the previous version of Windows can't be undone. (Free up drive space in Windows)
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 3 codes of this group: 0x80070005, 0x80070020 (Windows 10 only), 0x800705b4. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Pause antivirus or firewall for a short time
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070005, 0x80070020 (Windows 10 only), 0x800705b4 (Windows 10 only).
Changes security settingsOpen the antivirus or firewall app from the Start menu and look for a setting that turns protection off or pauses it (usually in Settings, Tools or Protection); pick a short time, such as 10 minutes or 1 hour.
Make sure the antivirus software itself is up to date.
Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors)
Pause antivirus or firewall for a short time
Microsoft gives this step for 0x800705b4.
Changes security settingsOpen the antivirus or firewall app from the Start menu and look for a setting that turns protection off or pauses it (usually in Settings, Tools or Protection); pick a short time, such as 10 minutes or 1 hour.
Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors)
Update the antivirus
Microsoft gives this step for 0x800705b4.
Make sure the antivirus software is up to date.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 3 codes of this group: 0x8007000D, 0x800705b4 (Windows 10 only), 0x80246007 (Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Clear the Windows Update cache
Microsoft gives this step for 0x8007000D.
Can delete dataChanges services or policyPress Win + R, enter services.msc, then press Enter. Right-click the Windows Update service and choose Stop.
Go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete everything inside that folder.
Back in Services, right-click Windows Update and choose Start.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Reset the Windows Update services
Microsoft gives this step for 0x800705b4, 0x80246007.
Windows 10 only.
Can delete dataChanges services or policyPress Win + R, enter services.msc, then press Enter. Right-click the Windows Update service and choose Stop.
Go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete everything inside that folder.
Back in Services, right-click Windows Update and choose Start.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 4 codes of this group: 0x80070057, 0x80073712 (Windows 10 only), 0x80080005, 0x800F081F (Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run System File Checker
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070057, 0x80073712 (Windows 10 only), 0x80080005, 0x800F081F (Windows 10 only).
Open Command Prompt as administrator, type sfc/scannow and run it.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 2 codes of this group: 0x80240034, 0x80248014. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Check that the Windows Update service runs
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80240034.
Press Win + R, enter services.msc, then press Enter; find the Windows Update service and check that it is running.
Start the Windows Update service
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80248014.
Press Win + R, enter services.msc, then press Enter. Right-click the Windows Update service and choose Start.
Microsoft gives these steps on Troubleshoot problems updating Windows for 1 code of this group: 0xC1900101. The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Clean boot
Changes boot or startupDo a clean boot - turn off non-essential startup programs and services so nothing conflicts with the update.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
From: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures
Source: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Microsoft gives these steps on Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures for 9 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x8007000D, 0x80070057, 0x80070490, 0x80073712, 0x8007371b, 0x80092003, 0x800F081F, 0x800f0831 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Open an elevated Command Prompt
Written for IT administrators.
Open the Start menu, type Command Prompt, right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator. If you're prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or select Yes.
Microsoft gives these steps on Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures for 9 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x8007000D, 0x80070057, 0x80070490, 0x80073712, 0x8007371b, 0x80092003, 0x800F081F, 0x800f0831 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run DISM RestoreHealth
Written for IT administrators.
Type DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth and press Enter. It may take several minutes.
DISM works best when it can reach Microsoft Update servers. If the computer can't connect to Windows Update, use a working Windows installation as the repair source instead: DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:\\<servername>\c$\windows /LimitAccess (the repair source must run the same operating system version).
Microsoft gives these steps on Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures for 9 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x8007000D, 0x80070057, 0x80070490, 0x80073712, 0x8007371b, 0x80092003, 0x800F081F, 0x800f0831 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run System File Checker
Written for IT administrators.
If the result is "The restore operation completed successfully", type sfc /scannow and press Enter (it may take several minutes). If not, analyze the CBS.log file (%windir%\Logs\CBS\CBS.log) and fix the errors it shows.
Microsoft gives these steps on Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures for 9 codes of this group: 0x80070002, 0x8007000D, 0x80070057, 0x80070490, 0x80073712, 0x8007371b, 0x80092003, 0x800F081F, 0x800f0831 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Run Windows Update again
Written for IT administrators.
Close the command prompt, and then run Windows Update again.
From: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures
Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures for 3 codes of this group: 0x80070020, 0x800704B8, 0xC1900101 (for Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Clean boot with MSCONFIG
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070020.
Windows 10 only.
Changes boot or startupUse the MSCONFIG tool to perform a clean boot on the machine and then try to perform the update again (see How to perform a clean boot in Windows).
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Clean boot
Microsoft gives this step for 0x800704B8.
Windows 10 only.
Changes boot or startupPerform a clean boot.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Clean boot before the upgrade
Microsoft gives this step for 0xC1900101.
Windows 10 only.
Changes boot or startupTo resolve a rollback that was caused by driver conflicts, try running setup using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs by performing a clean boot before initiating the upgrade process.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures for 1 code of this group: 0x80246007 (for Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Try another way to upgrade
Windows 10 only.
Reinstalls Windows (in-place upgrade)The update wasn't downloaded successfully: attempt other methods of upgrading the operating system - download and run the media creation tool, or upgrade using an .ISO or USB. Windows 10 Enterprise isn't available in the media creation tool.
Microsoft advises: In an in-place upgrade you choose what to keep: Keep personal files and apps keeps your files, apps and settings, Keep personal files only removes your apps, and Keep nothing removes everything. Back up your personal files before you reinstall. (Reinstall Windows with the installation media)
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures for 1 code of this group: 0xC1900101-0x2000C (for Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Repair the file system
Windows 10 only.
Changes disksRun checkdisk to repair the file system (the Other error codes table lists this for 0xC1900101 - 0x2000c).
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures for 1 code of this group: 0xC190020E (for Windows 10 only). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Free up drive space
Windows 10 only.
Can delete dataFree up drive space before proceeding with the upgrade (16 GB for a 32-bit OS, 20 GB for a 64-bit OS).
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files first. If you clean up system files, deleting the previous version of Windows can't be undone. (Free up drive space in Windows)
From: Windows Update common errors and mitigation
Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows Update common errors and mitigation for 1 code of this group: 0x80070422 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Check the service
Written for IT administrators.
Check whether the Windows Update service is running.
Microsoft gives these steps on Windows Update common errors and mitigation for 6 codes of this group: 0x80070570, 0x80073701, 0x8007371b, 0x800F081F, 0x800f0825, 0x800f0831 (written for IT administrators). The page does not give them for every code of the group; check the Microsoft page before you try them on another code.
Repair the component store
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80070570, 0x800F081F.
Written for IT administrators.
Repair the component store by running the Dism RestoreHealth command, or manually repair by using the payload from the partially installed component. In an elevated Command Prompt window, run these commands: Dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /Restorehealth and Sfc.exe /Scannow
Restart the device.
Repair the component store
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80073701, 0x8007371b, 0x800f0825, 0x800f0831.
Written for IT administrators.
In an elevated Command Prompt window run:
Dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /Restorehealth
Check system files
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80073701, 0x8007371b, 0x800f0825, 0x800f0831.
Written for IT administrators.
In the same elevated window run:
Sfc.exe /Scannow
Restart
Microsoft gives this step for 0x80073701, 0x8007371b, 0x800f0825, 0x800f0831.
Written for IT administrators.
Restart the device.
35 more codes
If this page and Microsoft's page differ, follow Microsoft's page.
| Code | Official meaning | What Microsoft's page suggests |
|---|---|---|
| 0x80004005 | Unspecified error. | Try Safe Mode. Changes boot or startup Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows) Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: [MS-ERREF]: HRESULT Values (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. 0x80004005 is also listed under Activation errors. |
| 0x80070057 | The parameter is incorrect. | Free up space. Can delete data Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files first. If you clean up system files, deleting the previous version of Windows can't be undone. (Free up drive space in Windows) Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800700B7 | Cannot create a file when that file already exists. | Remove antivirus or antispyware. Changes security settings Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors) Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: System Error Codes (0-499) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x8007025D | The specified buffer contains ill-formed data. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Download the ISO or media again (Windows 10 only); Or re-create the media (Windows 10 only). Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: System Error Codes (500-999) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x8007042B | The process terminated unexpectedly. | 0x8007042B - 0x4000D: find what can't be migrated (IT). Uninstalls software Microsoft advises: If you plan to reinstall the program later, make sure you have its installation media and all required activation information before you remove it. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors) Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: System Error Codes (1000-1299) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800704B8 | An extended error has occurred. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Disable or uninstall non-Microsoft antivirus (Windows 10 only); Disconnect unnecessary devices (Windows 10 only). Changes security settings Microsoft advises: If you remove security software, first make sure you know how to reinstall it and that any product keys are on hand. Windows Defender helps protect the device in the meantime. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors) Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: System Error Codes (1000-1299) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800705b4 | This operation returned because the timeout period expired. | Check the internet connection; Check the internet connection (Windows 10 only). Source: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: System Error Codes (1300-1699) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800736B3 | The referenced assembly is not installed on your system. | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: System Error Codes (12000-15999) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80073701 | Typically, a component store corruption caused when a component is in a partially installed state. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x80073712 | The component store is in an inconsistent state. | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x8007371b | Component Store corruption. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x80073B92 | The requested system device cannot be identified due to multiple indistinguishable devices potentially matching the identification criteria. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: System Error Codes (12000-15999) (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x80073BC3 | The requested system device cannot be found. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Disconnect the extra system drive (Windows 10 only); Reconnect after the upgrade (Windows 10 only). Changes disks Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup) Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: System Error Codes (12000-15999) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80080005 | Server execution failed. | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: [MS-ERREF]: HRESULT Values (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80090011 | Object was not found. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Update device drivers (Windows 10 only); Accept updates at the start of setup (Windows 10 only). Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: [MS-ERREF]: HRESULT Values (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80092003 | An error occurred while Windows Update reads or writes to a file. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Upgrade to a newer version; If you must upgrade to an earlier Windows 11 version. Source: Error 0x000000c1 or 0x80092003 CRYPT_E_FILE_ERROR stops in-place upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: Fix Windows Update corruptions and installation failures (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800F0818 | CBS_E_IDENTITY_MISMATCH (0x800F0818 - 0x20003) | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Delete the legacy SetupConfig.ini; Delete the UnattendFile registry entry. Can delete dataChanges the registry Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup) Microsoft advises: Back up the registry before you change it, so you can restore it if a problem occurs. (How to back up and restore the registry in Windows) Source: "0x800F0818 - 0x20003" error during upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x800F081F | Component Store corruption | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800f0821 | CBS transaction timeout exceeded. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Give the device more resources; Check the update level. Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x800f0825 | Typically this error occurs because of component store corruption that was caused by a component in a partially installed state. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x800f0831 | Corruption in the Windows Component Store. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Repair the component store with DISM (Windows Server); Or install the missing package from the Update Catalog (Windows Server). Source: Error 0x800F0831 when you install an update (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. Code facts: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x800F0920 | Subsequent error logged after getting 0x800f0821 | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x800F0923 | A driver or other software isn't compatible with the upgrade | Contact Microsoft support. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |
| 0x80200056 | Upgrade interrupted by a restart or sign-out | Retry and keep the PC on. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |
| 0x8024000B | Operation was cancelled. | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: WUA Success and Error Codes (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80240034 | Update failed to download. | Check the connection. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: WUA Success and Error Codes (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80242006 | A handler operation couldn't be completed because the update contains invalid metadata. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Rename the update data folders; Download the updates again. Renames system files or folders Microsoft advises: Only try this if you're comfortable working in the command line, and back up your personal files first. (Troubleshoot problems updating Windows) Source: Windows Update common errors and mitigation (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0x80246007 | The update hasn't been downloaded. | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: Windows Update error codes by component (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0x80248014 | Windows Update database problem or update service not running | The steps are on the Microsoft page named below. Source: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |
| 0x80300024 | Disk operation not supported by the target disk | Check the minimum requirements. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |
| 0xC0000005 | Access denied (often security software) | Run the troubleshooter and check permissions. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |
| 0xC1900208 | The system does not pass the compat scan to install the update. | Remove the incompatible app. Uninstalls software Microsoft advises: If you plan to reinstall the program later, make sure you have its installation media and all required activation information before you remove it. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors) Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. Code facts: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026. |
| 0xC1900209 | The user has chosen to cancel because the system does not pass the compat scan to install the update. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Uninstall the blocking application (Windows 10 only); Try the upgrade again (Windows 10 only). Uninstalls software Microsoft advises: If you plan to reinstall the program later, make sure you have its installation media and all required activation information before you remove it. (Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors) Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0xC190020E | The system does not pass the disk space requirements to install the payload. | These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators. Optionally use an external USB drive (Windows 10 only). Changes disks Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup) Source: Windows 10 upgrade resolution procedures (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update. |
| 0xC1900223 | Problem downloading or installing an update | Wait for the automatic retry. Source: Get help with Windows upgrade and installation errors (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps. |