How to fix error code 0x8024402c: Windows Update issues in Windows Server 2019

Here are several steps you can take to resolve the error code 0x8024402c in Windows Server 2019:

1. Verify your internet connection: Ensure your server is connected to the internet without any connectivity issues.
2. Restart the Windows Update service: Open the Services app, locate the Windows Update service, right-click it, and select Restart.
3. Clear the Windows Update cache: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type these commands:

     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 

4. Disable third-party antivirus software: Temporarily disable your antivirus software to see if it resolves the issue.
5. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Open Settings, go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot, select Windows Update, and click Run the troubleshooter.
6. Manually download and install updates: If the issue persists, manually download and install updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

Following these steps should help you resolve error code 0x8024402c and successfully download updates on your Windows Server 2019.