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How to resolve error code 0x80070002: File not located in Windows 10

Here are multiple approaches to address the error code 0x80070002: File not located in Windows 10:

  1. Utilize the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update > Run the troubleshooter.
  2. Clear the Software Distribution folder: Access C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and remove all contents within. Restart your computer and attempt the update again.
  3. Verify system files: Launch Command Prompt with administrative privileges, type 'sfc /scannow,' and hit Enter. This action will check your system files and fix any detected issues.
  4. Temporarily disable antivirus software: Occasionally, antivirus programs can obstruct Windows updates. Try turning off your antivirus software momentarily and then retry the update.
  5. Reset Windows Update components: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and input the following commands one by one:
  6.        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

    Restart your computer and attempt the update once more.

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