How to solve the error code 0x80246007: Installation failed in Windows Server 2022
There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x80246007 when installing updates in Windows Server 2022:
- Check your internet connection: Make sure your server is connected to the internet and that there are no connectivity issues.
- Restart the Windows Update service: Open the Services app and locate the Windows Update service. Right-click on it and select Restart.
- Clear the Windows Update cache: Open the Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
- Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Open the Settings app and go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters. Select Windows Update and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Manually download and install the update: Go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website and search for the update by its KB number. Download the appropriate version for your server and install it manually.
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