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:

1. Ensure internet stability: Verify that your internet connection is stable. Restarting your router or modem might help.
2. Turn off the firewall: Sometimes, the firewall blocks internet connections. Temporarily disable it to see if the issue resolves.
3. Update Windows Server 2016: Ensure your server has the latest updates. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. Seek further assistance: If these steps don't work, contact us or Microsoft support for additional help.