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How do I fix the error code 0x800b010e?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

This error code is caused by a problem with the Windows Updates service. This service is responsible for downloading and installing updates for Windows. If this service is not running, or if it is not configured properly, you will see this error code.

There are a few things that can cause this problem. First, make sure that the Windows Updates service is running. You can do this by going to Start > Run, and then typing "services.msc". Find the "Windows Updates" service, and make sure that it is set to "Automatic". If it is not, right-click on it and select "Properties". Set the "Startup type" to "Automatic" and click "OK".

If the Windows Updates service is running, but you are still seeing this error code, it is likely that the Windows Update repository is corrupted. You can try to repair this by running the "DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth" command. This will check for and repair any corrupt files in the Windows Update repository.

If you are still seeing the error code after trying these steps, it is likely that there is a problem with your Windows Update client. You can try to reset the Windows Update client by running the "wuauclt.exe /resetauthorization /detectnow" command. This will force the Windows Update client to re-download the update files from the Microsoft server.

1. Try to install the updates again

  1. Uninstall all previous versions of the updates
  2. Download and install the updates
  3. Restart your computer
  4. Try to install the updates again

2. Try to install the updates using a different method

  1. Open the Command Prompt as Administrator.
  2. Type "slmgr /rearm" and press Enter.
  3. Type "net start wuauserv" and press Enter.
  4. Type "slmgr /updatenow" and press Enter.
  5. Type "NETWORK SERVICE" and press Enter.
  6. Type "Status" and press Enter.
  7. Type "Refresh" and press Enter.
  8. Type "Apply" and press Enter.
  9. Type "OK" and press Enter.
  10. Reboot your computer.

3. Try to install the updates from a different source

  1. Open the Command Prompt and type "regsvr32 Addition.dll"
  2. If prompted by the Windows Update Agent, type "yes" and click on the "Next" button
  3. If prompted by the Windows Update Agent, type "yes" and click on the "Install" button
  4. If prompted by the Windows Update Agent, type "yes" and click on the " Finish" button
  5. Restart your computer

4. Check for updates to the Windows Update service

  1. Open the Windows Update service.
  2. If there are any pending updates, the service will show a list of updates.
  3. If you have any updates that need to be installed, the service will prompt you to install the updates.
  4. If you have any updates that are not needed, the service will show a list of updates that are not needed.
  5. If you have any updates that are needed, the service will show a list of updates that need to be installed.
  6. If you have any updates that are not needed, the service will show a list of updates that are needed.
  7. If you want to install any of the updates, the service will ask if you want to install the updates.
  8. If you want to cancel the installation of the updates, the service will ask if you want to cancel the installation.
  9. If you want to continue the installation of the updates, the service will ask if you want to continue the installation.

If you didn't find success with an option above, then try:

  1. Reset the Windows Update service.
  2. Restart your computer and try to install the updates again.
  3. Try to install the updates in Safe Mode.
  4. Delete the SoftwareDistribution folder.
  5. Check for malware on your computer.
  6. Scan your computer for viruses.