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
    2019-08-15T13:58:56+00:00

    So, I've been searching and searching for 2 days now in regards to 0x800f0922, no one had the answer, I tried everything. Than, finally found article and tried it. I can confirm below fixed my issue with System Reserve space error 0x800f0922. Tested on 3 computers that I have and all worked great.

    Step 1:

    ***[Run Command Prompt as an Admin]

    For executing windows built-in tools in command prompt:

    sfc /scannow

    DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth

    DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

    Step 2:

    For reseting windows update components via command promt:

    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

    *No need to restart computer, you can try it, if still not working restart computer.

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  2. Anonymous
    2019-02-18T18:34:29+00:00

    OK, So how does one locate/view and install the individual updates . ???

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  3. Anonymous
    2019-02-17T18:29:59+00:00

    same issue here for ages now disabled updates for 35 days hopping a cumulative update would work,same issue update fails roles back the update and trys again the next day...pretty annoying.

     Same issue here. Agreed It is very frustrating how MS just leaves you hanging out to dry when you have done nothing wrong. Grrrr.

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-07-10T13:25:15+00:00

    Thanks for the link. I could not follow anything after step 2 as there appeared to be no "Volumes tab" in the Properties for the System Reserved Partition.  I could not determine if the System Reserved Partition was GPT or MBR style in order to follow the corresponding instruction.

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