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Windows 11 Update Failed, then Windows Update failed
- Jan 17, 2022
It seems that on many computers there is this problem!
Cannot install Windows 11 - Error 0xc1900101 - Microsoft Community
So downloading here has nothing to do with it.
- _RBL_Sep 27, 2021Brass ContributorRandom thought but are your files encrypted if so try decrypting then running it again
- RonLysterSep 27, 2021Brass ContributorYes, I did have Bit-locker turned on. I'll try that. Thanks!
- EvilJesternzJan 17, 2022Copper Contributor
RonLyster (probably a bit late, but) The standard fix for this type of windows update error, is to stop the windows update service, then go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete everything. The start the windows update service and look for updates again. Has worked more than 40 times for me on various machines.
- RonLysterJan 17, 2022Brass Contributor
EvilJesternz Not too late at all. I'm giving it a try right now. Hope it works!
UPDATE: Unfortunately, it didn't work. After doing what you suggested I repeatedly get this: "There were some problems installing updates, but we'll try again later. If you keep seeing this and want to search the web or contact support for information, this may help: (0xc1900101)." Darn!
Looks like I'll be with Windows 10 for awhile.
- A1-A1Jan 17, 2022Gold Contributor
It seems that on many computers there is this problem!
Cannot install Windows 11 - Error 0xc1900101 - Microsoft Community