How to Fix Error Code 0x8024402e: Windows Update Issue in Windows Server 2003 R2

Follow these steps to troubleshoot and fix error code 0x8024402e in Windows Server 2003 R2:

1. Verify your internet connection: Make sure your server has internet access and there are no connection issues.
2. Restart the Windows Update service: Go to Start > Run, type 'services.msc,' and press Enter. Find the Windows Update service, right-click, and select 'Restart.' Wait for the service to restart.
3. Clear the Windows Update cache: Go to Start > Run, type 'cmd,' and press Enter. In the command prompt, type 'net stop wuauserv' and press Enter. Next, type 'cd %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution' and press Enter. Finally, type 'rd /s /q DataStore' and press Enter to clear the Windows Update cache.
4. Disable third-party antivirus or firewall software: Temporarily disable any third-party antivirus or firewall software as it might interfere with Windows Update. Check if the error persists after disabling.
5. Scan for malware: Run a comprehensive scan using your antivirus software to detect any malware that could be causing the issue.
6. Manually download and install updates: If the error continues, download and install updates manually from the Microsoft website. This might be time-consuming but could resolve the issue.