How to Resolve Error Code 0x800f0906: Windows Couldn't Connect to the Internet to Download Necessary Files in Windows Server 2016
Follow these steps to fix the error code 0x800f0906:
- Ensure internet stability: Verify that your internet connection is stable. Restarting your router or modem might help.
- Turn off the firewall: Sometimes, the firewall blocks internet connections. Temporarily disable it to see if the issue resolves.
- Update Windows Server 2016: Ensure your server has the latest updates. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
- Use the DISM tool: Repair the Windows image with the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following command:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
- Run the System File Checker: Use the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan and repair corrupted files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run:
sfc /scannow
- Reset Windows Update components: Restore default settings for Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and enter the following commands one at a time:
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 - Seek further assistance: If these steps don't work, contact us or Microsoft support for additional help.