How to solve the error code 0x800f0906: Windows couldn't connect to the internet in Windows Server 2012 R2
There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x800f0906 in Windows Server 2012 R2:
- Check your internet connection: Make sure your server is connected to the internet and that your network settings are configured correctly.
- Disable firewall: Temporarily disable your firewall to see if it is blocking the connection.
- Check for updates: Make sure your server is up to date with the latest updates and patches.
- Reset Windows Update components: Resetting the Windows Update components can help resolve issues with the update process. To do this, 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
- Use the System File Checker tool: The System File Checker tool can help identify and repair corrupted system files. To use this tool, open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following command:
sfc /scannow
- Run the DISM tool: The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool can help repair the Windows image. To use this tool, open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following command:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.