Are you struggling to update your Windows 10 due to error 0x80248007? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! In this article, we will guide you through some simple steps to fix this error and update your system seamlessly.
Understanding Windows Update Error 0x80248007
Windows Update Error 0x80248007 is a download error that occurs when the Windows Installer cannot connect to the update server. To fix Windows Update Error 0x80248007 on Windows 10, follow these steps:
1. Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
2. Type “net stop wuauserv” and press Enter.
3. Type “net start wuauserv” and press Enter.
4. Type “exit” and press Enter to close the Command Prompt.
This will reset the Windows Update components and fix any issues that may be causing the error. If the error persists, you may need to try other solutions like running the Windows Update troubleshooter or resetting the Windows Update cache.
Starting the Windows Installer Service Manually
To start the Windows Installer Service manually and fix the Windows Update Error 0x80248007 on Windows 10, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type services.msc and press Enter.
3. Scroll down to find the Windows Installer service and right-click on it.
4. Select Properties from the drop-down menu.
5. Change the startup type to Manual.
6. Click Apply and then OK to save the changes.
7. Right-click on the Windows Installer service again and select Start.
Once the service has started, try downloading the update again to see if the error has been resolved. If you continue to experience the download error, you may need to troubleshoot further or seek additional assistance.
Restarting the Windows Update Service
To fix Windows Update Error 0x80248007 on Windows 10, you can try restarting the Windows Update Service. Here’s how:
1. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type services.msc and press Enter.
3. Scroll down to find the Windows Update Service.
4. Right-click on Windows Update Service and select Stop.
5. Wait for a few seconds and then right-click on Windows Update Service again.
6. Select Start to restart the service.
7. Close the Services window and try updating your Windows again.
Restarting the Windows Update Service can sometimes fix update errors on Windows 10. If this doesn’t work, you can try other solutions like running the Windows Update Troubleshooter or resetting the Windows Update components.
Running the Windows Update Troubleshooter
To begin, press the Windows key and type “troubleshoot” in the search bar. Select “Troubleshoot settings” from the list and then click on “Additional troubleshooters.”
Next, locate “Windows Update” and click on “Run the troubleshooter.” Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooter.
If the troubleshooter is unable to fix the error, try resetting the Windows Update components. Press the Windows key and type “cmd” in the search bar. Right-click on “Command Prompt” and select “Run as administrator.”
Type “net stop wuauserv” and press enter, then type “net stop cryptSvc” and “net stop bits” and press enter after each command. Next, type “ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old” and “ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old” and press enter after each command.
Finally, type “net start wuauserv” and “net start cryptSvc” and “net start bits” and press enter after each command. Close the Command Prompt and restart your computer.
Clearing the SoftwareDistribution Folder
- Stop the Windows Update Services:
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box
- Type services.msc in the Run dialog box and press Enter
- Scroll down and locate the Windows Update Service
- Right-click on it and select Stop
- Right-click on Cryptographic Services and select Stop
- Clear the SoftwareDistribution Folder:
- Open File Explorer
- Navigate to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution
- Select all the files and folders inside the SoftwareDistribution folder and delete them
- Restart the Windows Update Services:
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box
- Type services.msc in the Run dialog box and press Enter
- Scroll down and locate the Windows Update Service
- Right-click on it and select Start
- Right-click on Cryptographic Services and select Start
Additional Solutions for Fixing Error 0x80248007 on Windows 10
| Additional Solutions for Fixing Error 0x80248007 on Windows 10 |
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| 1. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter |
| 2. Disable Third-Party Antivirus Software |
| 3. Clear Windows Update Cache |
| 4. Reset Windows Update Components |
| 5. Disable Proxy Settings |
| 6. Restart Windows Update Services |
