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0x800f080a: How to Quickly Fix This Windows Update Error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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There are various ways toupgrade to Windows 11if you haven’t already. Most users opt to do so from settings, but it seems some cumulative updates are failing. An error code 0x800f080a may pop up on your screen, putting things at a standstill.
WhileWindows 11 is dubbed the greatest OS yet, it comes with some stringent requirements. You must check via thePC Health Checkapp before installing the OS. However, if you meet all conditions and still get the error, here’s how to resolve it.
What is error code 0x800f080a?
The error 0x800f080a is a Windows update error that appears on your screen when you try to update the latest cumulative updates.
Normally, this process should proceed seamlessly with no hiccups, but once you encounter this error, there may be other underlying issues.
Of course, users have been able to continue using Windows 11 while havingdisabled updates permanently, but this exposes your system to vulnerabilities, and you may miss out on some critical features.
Back to the 0x800f080a error, why does it happen? Some possible causes include:
How do I fix error 0x800f080a?
We recommend you try the following first before proceeding to the more complex solutions:
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
2. Run DISM and SFC scans
3. Disable your firewall/antivirus
4. Reset Windows update components
5. Perform a clean boot
If none of these work, try other alternatives, such as downloading the update manually from theMicrosoft Update Catalog. Other Windows update errors you may encounter includeerror 80244018, which we unpacked in our extensive guide.
Feel free to share any more solutions that may have assisted you in this error below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.