How to resolve the error code 0x8024001e: Installation failed in Windows 11
If you encounter the error code 0x8024001e while installing Windows 11, follow these steps to resolve it:
- Restart your computer: Often, a simple restart can fix the problem.
- Check your internet connection: Ensure your internet is stable and not interfering with the installation.
- Disable antivirus software: Temporarily turn off your antivirus as it might be blocking the installation. Try installing again afterward.
- Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Use the built-in troubleshooter to detect and fix Windows Update issues. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Update.
- Clear the Windows Update cache: Corrupted cache can cause installation problems. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and enter these commands:
- Perform a clean boot: This helps identify if third-party software is causing the issue. Here’s how to do it:
a. Press Windows key + R and type msconfig, then press Enter.
b. In System Configuration, go to the Services tab and check Hide all Microsoft services.
c. Click Disable all.
d. Go to the Startup tab and click Open Task Manager.
e. Disable all startup items.
f. Close Task Manager and click OK in System Configuration.
g. Restart your computer and try the installation again.
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