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How to solve the error code 0x8024401f: Windows Update encountered an unknown error in Windows Server 2022

There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x8024401f in Windows Server 2022:

  1. Check your internet connection: Make sure your server is connected to the internet and that there are no connectivity issues.
  2. Restart the Windows Update service: Open the Services app and locate the Windows Update service. Right-click on it and select Restart.
  3. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Open the Settings app and go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot. Select Windows Update and click on Run the troubleshooter.
  4. Clear the Windows Update cache: Open the 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
    
  5. Disable third-party antivirus software: Sometimes, third-party antivirus software can interfere with Windows Update. Try disabling your antivirus temporarily and see if the error goes away.
  6. Check for system file corruption: Open the Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following command:
    sfc /scannow
    
    This will scan your system for any corrupted system files and repair them if necessary.
  7. Perform a clean boot: Sometimes, third-party software can interfere with Windows Update. Try performing a clean boot by disabling all non-Microsoft services and startup programs. If the error goes away, you can gradually enable services and programs until you find the one causing the issue.
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