How to fix error code 0x800f0922: Windows update failure in Windows 10
Here are several methods to resolve the error code 0x800f0922:
- Ensure a stable internet connection: Verify that your internet connection is robust and steady enough to handle the download and installation of updates.
- Turn off antivirus software: Antivirus programs can sometimes block the Windows update process. Temporarily disable your antivirus software and attempt the update again.
- Use the Windows Update troubleshooter: Windows 10 includes a troubleshooter that can detect and resolve Windows Update issues. To access it, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update.
- Reset the Windows Update cache: Corruption in the Windows Update cache can cause update errors. To clear the cache, open Command Prompt with administrative privileges and enter the following commands:
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver - Execute a clean boot: A clean boot helps identify issues caused by third-party software interfering with Windows Update. Follow these steps:
a. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
b. Type msconfig and press Enter.
c. In the System Configuration window, go to the Services tab.
d. Check Hide all Microsoft services.
e. Click Disable all.
f. Go to the Startup tab.
g. Click Open Task Manager.
h. Disable all startup items in Task Manager.
i. Close Task Manager and click OK in System Configuration.
j. Restart your computer and try the update again. - Reset Windows Update components: If previous steps fail, reset the Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop appidsvc
net stop cryptsvc
ren %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.old
net start bits
net start wuauserv
net start appidsvc
net start cryptsvc - After running these commands, restart your computer and attempt the update again.