Windows 11 23H2 Install Issue with Insider Preview (0x80248014)

Hi Ryan_Lippmann,

The error code 0x80248014 typically relates to problems with Windows Update.

Here are some steps you can try to resolve the issue:

Check for System Requirements:

Ensure that your PC meets the system requirements for Windows 11 Insider Preview. Make sure you have sufficient RAM, storage, and other hardware requirements.

Windows 11 System Requirements - Microsoft Support

Check for Windows Update Issues:

Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter to identify and fix any issues with Windows Update. To do this:

1. Press Win + I to open the Settings app.
2. Go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
3. Click on "Windows Update" and follow the on-screen instructions.

Delete Windows Update Cache:

Sometimes, corrupted Windows Update cache can cause installation issues. You can try to delete the cache by following these steps:

1. Open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges. To do this, search for "cmd" or "Command Prompt" in the Start menu, right-click it, and choose "Run as administrator."
2. In the Command Prompt, run the following commands one by one:

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​

After running these commands, try to update Windows again.

Check Date and Time Settings:

Make sure that the date and time settings on your PC are correct. Incorrect date and time settings can interfere with Windows Update.

Check for Network Issues:

Ensure that your internet connection is stable. Sometimes network issues can prevent Windows Update from working correctly. You can also try switching to a different network, if possible.

Reboot your computer and try to install the Insider Preview again.