Fix Windows 11 Update Error Code 0x80070005

Certainly, Error Code 0x80070005 is a common Windows update error that can occur due to various reasons, such as permission issues, corrupted system files, or conflicts with third-party software. Here's a step-by-step solution to help you resolve this error on Windows 11:

Step 1: Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

1. Press Win + I to open the Windows Settings.

2. Click on "Privacy & Security" and then select "Troubleshoot."

3. Under "Troubleshoot," click on "Additional troubleshooters."

4. Locate and run the "Windows Update" troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

Step 2: Check Date and Time Settings

1. Incorrect date and time settings can sometimes cause update errors. To check and correct them:

2. Right-click on the date and time in the taskbar and select "Adjust date/time."

3. Toggle on the "Set time automatically" and "Set time zone automatically" options.

Step 3: Run SFC and DISM Scans

1. SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool) scans can help repair corrupted system files:

2. Open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges. To do this, search for "Command Prompt," right-click on it, and select "Run as administrator."

3. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter: sfc /scannow

4. Wait for the scan to complete. If any issues are found and repaired, restart your computer.

5. After restarting, run a DISM scan. In the same Command Prompt window, type: dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

6. Let the DISM scan complete, and then restart your computer again.

Step 4: Disable Third-Party Antivirus/Firewall

1. Sometimes, third-party security software can interfere with Windows updates. Temporarily disable your antivirus and firewall software.

2. Reattempt the Windows update. If successful, consider adding Windows Update and related processes to the software's exclusion list.

Step 5: Reset Windows Update Components

1. Open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges as explained earlier.

2. Enter the following commands one by one, pressing Enter after each:

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   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
   

3. Close the Command Prompt and restart your computer.

Step 6: Perform a Clean Boot

1. Press Win + R, type msconfig, and press Enter to open the System Configuration window.

2. Under the "General" tab, select "Selective startup" and uncheck the "Load startup items" box.

3. Go to the "Services" tab, check "Hide all Microsoft services," and then click "Disable all."

4. Click "Apply" and then "OK."

5. Restart your computer and try running the update again.

Step 7: Manually Install the Update

If all else fails, you can try manually downloading and installing the problematic update:

1. Go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website (https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Home.aspx).

2. Search for the specific update by its KB number.

3. Download the update that matches your system architecture (32-bit or 64-bit).

4. Double-click the downloaded file to install the update manually.

Remember to create a system restore point before making significant changes to your system, and if possible, back up your important data before attempting these troubleshooting steps.

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