How to solve the error code 0x800f0922: Windows update failed in Windows 10
There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x800f0922:
- Check your internet connection: Make sure your internet connection is stable and strong enough to download and install updates.
- Disable antivirus software: Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the Windows update process. Try disabling your antivirus software temporarily and then try updating again.
- Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter that can help identify and fix issues with Windows Update. To run the troubleshooter, go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update.
- Clear the Windows Update cache: Sometimes, the Windows Update cache can become corrupted, causing update errors. To clear the cache, open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following 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
- Perform a clean boot: A clean boot can help identify and fix issues with third-party software that may be interfering with Windows Update. To perform a clean boot, follow these steps:
a. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
b. Type msconfig and press Enter.
c. In the System Configuration window, click on the Services tab.
d. Check the box next to Hide all Microsoft services.
e. Click on Disable all.
f. Click on the Startup tab.
g. Click on Open Task Manager.
h. In the Task Manager window, disable all startup items.
i. Close Task Manager and click OK in the System Configuration window.
j. Restart your computer and try updating again. - Reset Windows Update components: If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting the Windows Update components. To do this, open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
net stop bits net stop wuauserv net stop appidsvc net stop cryptsvc ren %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.old net start bits net start wuauserv net start appidsvc net start cryptsvc
- After running these commands, restart your computer and try updating again.