Troubleshooting Windows Update Issues

Introduction

• Common problems with Windows Update can be frustrating.
• Errors are often vague.
• Sometimes better to reset Windows Update from scratch.

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Resetting Windows Update - Overview

• Method 1: Built-in Troubleshooter
  • Access:
    • Click Start > Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other Troubleshooters.
    • Select Windows Update and click Run.
  • Note: Troubleshooter often ineffective.

Manual Resetting of Windows Update

• Step 1: Open Command Prompt as Administrator

  • Type cmd in the Start Menu, select "Run as administrator".

• Step 2: Stop Windows Update Related Services

  • Use commands:
    • net stop bits
    • net stop wuauserv
    • net stop appidsvc
    • net stop cryptsvc

• Step 3: Delete Related Files

  • Navigate to directories:
    • ProgramData > ApplicationData > Microsoft > Network > Downloader
      • Delete files using command: del *.*
    • Windows folder:
      • Rename software distribution directory:
        • rename software distribution software_old
      • Delete catroot2 folder:
        • rmdir /s /q catroot2

Reset Security Descriptors and Re-register DLLs

• Step 1: Reset Security Descriptors
  • Use commands:
    • sc config bits
    • sc config wuauserv
• Step 2: Re-register Components
  • Create a batch file (e.g., wupdate.bat) with re-registration commands.
  • Navigate to System32 and execute the batch file.

Reset Network Settings

• Use commands:
  • netsh winsock reset
  • netsh int ip reset
  • ipconfig /flushdns

Restart Services

• Use commands to start services:
  • net start bits
  • net start wuauserv
  • net start appidsvc
  • net start cryptsvc

Final Steps

• Restart Your Computer
• Check Date and Time Settings
  • Ensure correct date and time to avoid errors.
• Error Codes
  • Specific error codes can indicate specific issues.
  • Use Google to search for error codes for more context.
• Corrupted System Files
  • Run System File Checker (SFC) properly to fix corrupted files.

Conclusion

• Follow these steps to troubleshoot Windows Update effectively.
• For further assistance with SFC, refer to specified video.
• Wishing everyone a great day!