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shanyi
Copper Contributor
Dec 14, 2021

Install error - 0x80070001

When I install the newest Windows 11 Insider Preview 22518.1000 (rs_prerelease) it signs "Install error - 0x80070001 " I have retried so many times,but it does not work!!!
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Austin_M
Brass Contributor
Sep 28, 2022

shanyi 

 

Hello shanyi,

 

Error 0x80070001 is a Windows system error or a Windows update error - it can be initiated by a problem with the Windows update components or malfunction in your system. This error occurs during Windows installation, download, and Windows backup and restore.

 

However, here are some reasons for the occurrence of an error,

  • Incorrect or failed installation or uninstallation of any Windows software
  • Invalid registry entries in the Windows registry
  • Missing DLL files or Corrupt system files
  • Corrupted programs and apps

 

In order to fix the issue, you can follow the below-given steps,

 

Clear the Windows Update Cache:

 

  • Firstly, Stop Windows Update from services:
  • Then, click Start, type services.msc, and right-click it.
  • Next, when the Services app appears, click “Run as administrator.”
  • Now, on the list of Windows services, locate Windows Update.
  • Lastly, right-click Windows Update, then click Stop.

 

Now to Clear the Windows cache navigate to the Software Distribution folder:

 

  • Firstly, press the Win logo + R keys to open the Run dialog.
  • Now, copy/paste the following path in the dialog box and click OK to open Windows Update’s download folder:

%windir%\SoftwareDistribution\DataStore

  • Lastly, delete all contents of that folder.

 

Restart Windows Update services:

  • Navigate to Windows Services from services.msc.
  • Then, locate the Windows Update service.
  • Lastly, right-click on Windows Update and select Start.

Reset Winsock Library:

 

The WinSock kernel and system library is a TCP/IP client-side implementation that permits Windows apps to communicate over a network.

 

  • Firstly, open the command prompt with Admin rights.
  • Then, type the below command and hit Enter to process further.

netsh winsock

  • Lastly, restart your PC when asked for and check the connection status.

 

Re-install the TCP/IP Stack Protocol:

 

TCP/IP protocol is a fundamental piece of software in any Microsoft-based operating system used to connect to websites, servers, and other computers.

  • Firstly, press the Windows logo + X keys, and from the pop-up window, select Device Manager.
  • Now, right-click on your network adapter, press Uninstall, and confirm.
  • Then, open Control Panel and navigate to Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings.
  • Next, right-click your network adapter, press Install, and confirm it on the UAC dialog.
  • Lastly, restart your device.

 

Run a System File Checker Scan Tool:

  • Firstly, click on Start, type cmd, and a command prompt will appear
  • Now, right-click on Command Prompt to open with Administrator rights
  • Next, click Yes on the user account dialogue box.
  • Then, type the below command and hit Enter to process further:

SFC /scannow

Note: You will have to wait till the process gets complete

  • Lastly, restart the Windows system

 

I hope the above fixes help you to resolve the Install error - 0x80070001 without getting any error in a new installation.

 

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Regards,
Austin M

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