How to fix error code 0x80070002: Missing files in Windows Vista
Here are several methods to fix the error code 0x80070002 in Windows Vista:
- Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Navigate to Control Panel > Troubleshooting > System and Security > Fix problems with Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooter.
- Delete the Software Distribution folder: Go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete all the files and folders inside. Restart your computer and attempt the update again.
- Scan your system for malware: Perform a full system scan with your antivirus software to detect any malware that might be causing the issue.
- Check your system files: Open Command Prompt as an administrator, type 'sfc /scannow' (without quotes), and press Enter. This will scan your system files and repair any corrupted files.
- Reset Windows Update components: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands one by one, pressing Enter after each one:
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
Then, restart your computer and try to update again.