

Start with Step 4 to turn off Startup freeloaders which can conflict and cause issues, then Step 7 to check for infection the most thorough way, then step 10 to check for damaged System Files, and also Step 16 to test a new Local Admin account.

Ħ) If problems with Updates have become chronic and especially if you have other performance problems, go over this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done. If there are any hurdles during install then these steps can overcome them. It also brings all Windows Updates to date. This is the most stable way to change to the newer version and because it reinstalls WIndows while keeping your files and programs in place, fixes most problems. ĥ) What I'd do at this point if you haven't yet is install latest Version 1903 by installing Media Creation Tool from this link and choose Upgrade This PC Now. Ī running log of Update History with known issues is here:Ĥ) If they continue to fail and interfere, then you can block them using one of these methods. Ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 Catroot2.oldĬlose Command Prompt and see if Windows Updates works thenģ) You can also install the Updates manually that fail to install which are logged at Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Installed Update History, and then search for those to download and install from this Catalog. Ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old Open administrative Command Prompt and type following commands one-by-one followed by Enter key. Try running that first.Ģ) If that fails try manually resetting Windows Update Service: If not or they are bothering you then here are steps you can take:ġ) There is a new guided walk-through from Microsoft for repairing Windows Update that leads up to resetting components if necessary. Some Updates will sort themselves out in a few days so I'd wait to see. I'll give you everything possible for fixing failed Windows Updates, so that at least something will work before you work through them all:

I'm Greg, an installation specialist, 10 year Windows MVP, and Guardian Moderator here to help you.
