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Arush47
Aug 02, 2021Copper Contributor
Windows Update error (Your device is missing important security and quality fixes)
Cant update-
Cumulative update preview for windows 10 version 20H2 for x64 - based systems (KB5004296)
Any solution?
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- NourN1070Copper Contributor
- SmithchowCopper ContributorJust change the Name of the Software Distribution Folder, which is a crucial component of Windows that houses the files necessary for Windows updates. Managed quietly by the Windows Update Agent in the background, this folder occasionally might block new updates from installing.
This issue often arises when there's a mismatch between the Windows Datastore folder and the Download folder. - DickesbachCopper ContributorAll i know:
Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Windows includes a built-in tool for detecting and resolving typical Windows Update errors. To access it, go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update, and then select the "Run the troubleshooter" button.
Clear the Windows Update cache: Sometimes, corrupt Windows Update cache files can prevent updates from downloading and installing correctly. To clear the cache, open the Command Prompt as an administrator, and then type "net stop wuauserv" followed by "net stop cryptSvc" and "net stop bits". Then, navigate to the "C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution" folder and rename the "Download" folder to "Download.old". Finally, return to the Command Prompt and type "net start wuauserv", "net start cryptSvc", and "net start bits" to restart the necessary services.
Check for available disk space: Windows updates require a certain amount of free space on your hard drive to install properly. Ensure that you have enough free space on your system drive (usually C:) to accommodate the update.
Disable security software temporarily: Sometimes, third-party security software can interfere with the update process. Try disabling your antivirus or firewall temporarily and then attempt to run Windows Update again. - DeletedStill have issue??
- nururrahmanCopper Contributor
nururrahmanArush47
- JosePinos55Copper Contributor
Hello Arush47
Please run the below commands in CMD. Ensure you run CMD as an admin. These commands will delete the Windows Update registry log on your machine and then next time you click on check for updates, WU will check against the entire WU database.
Reg delete HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate
yes
Net stop wuauserv >NUL
Cd C:\windows
rmdir softwaredistribution /s /q
Net start wuauserv >NUL
I am sure this will help. Let me know how you get on.
Thanks,
Jose
- GuyOfTwoSpoonsCopper Contributor
I got a response: ERROR: The system was unable to find the specified registry key or value.
I double checked the instruction line. Looks correct. Windows 10 will still not update.... - Timtec57Copper Contributor
JosePinos55no errors doing each command. Rebooted 2 times after just incase. Did not fix the issue.
- PearOfDiceCopper Contributor
JosePinos55 It says "Access is denied"...