Windows Update Error 0x800f0922

Anonymous
2018-02-15T14:50:16+00:00

Hi,  while most recent (14/02/18) auto updates were installing they failed and windows removed failed files. Problem error code 0x800f0992 appeared, not sure what to do as website does not explain how to cure problem with any clarity. Possibly to do with NET framework. Should I wait for possible patch/workaround.

your usual expertise would be appreciated.

regards Rob.

*Modified title for accuracy*

*Original title: Install update Error 0x800f0922*

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update

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Anonymous
2018-02-15T18:07:02+00:00

Hi Rob,

Error 0x800f0922 occurs when downloading the newest update of Windows 10. It also means that you have less than 500 MB in system reserved partition. You may follow the methods provided below and check if you'll be able to update your device.

Method 1. Check your Internet connection

You need to make sure that you have an internet connection and if possible, you are using wired connections

Method 2. Check .NET Framework

Make sure you have the latest version of NET Framework installed. You may enable it in Windows features. Here's how:

  1. Type Windows Features on the search bar and press Enter.
  2. Select Turn Windows Features on or off.
  3. Check any boxes related to DotNet Framework and save selection.
  4. Restart your PC.

Method 3. Turn off your Firewall

We know that this is strange doing, but even Firewall can prevent updates occasionally. Here's how you can turn it off:

  1. Type Firewall on the search bar and press Enter.
  2. Open Turn Windows Firewall on or off.
  3. Turn off Firewall for both private and public networks.
  4. Save your selection.
  5. After saving your selection, you may try updating your device.

Let us know if you find this helpful. We will be glad to assist you further.

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  1. Anonymous
    2020-11-08T13:36:20+00:00

    I have exactly the same issue.  The alleged fix DOES NOT work.  In my experience, windows 10 is unstable, poorly programmed, lacking in capability, crash prone, and in comparison with windows 7 lacks any element of a successful OS.  Repeated reinstalls are required to maintain the software.  This is not acceptable.

    It is beyond time MS gave up on this poorly thought out **** and got rid of it.

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  2. Anonymous
    2019-03-12T10:41:12+00:00

    I'm at my witt's end with these update failures.  I've spent hours trawling the net, trying out every solution I can find but none of them has worked.  I'm not too bothered the updates themselves haven't installed but what's driving me crazy is that it keeps attempting - and failing - to install them every single day for weeks on end.  It's complete madness!  It's such a vague error code that there's obviously no definitive solution and it's trial and error of the multiple suggestions out there (some of which I'm concerned may inadvertently cause other issues).  Surely Microsoft can be more specific as to the reason for the failure and how to resolve this issue that is obviously being experienced by many?  For people like me with a certain amount of computer knowledge but by no means an expert (and those with even less knowledge) it's a flipping nightmare to try and resolve.  Do Microsoft really expect us to take our PCs to professionals and pay to get them 'fixed'?  If so then that is unbelievably arrogant as there's nothing wrong with my PC - the problem is obviously with the updates themselves.  Plus I need it every day for work so it would be a very expensive 'fix'.  Can someone PLEASE tell me how to stop it trying to install these ****ing updates so it just leaves me in peace?

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  3. Anonymous
    2019-02-23T15:41:00+00:00

    Same result: "We couldn't complete updates; Undoing changes; Don't turn off your computer"

    4 attempts with KB4487029, 7 with KB4487017- twice with Microsoft chat technicians accessing my computer remotely.

    If more than 600 people have experienced the same error, someone should have figured this out by now!

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-12-10T08:36:49+00:00

    In method 2 checking Related DotNet features, Do you mean every sub features ?

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