Windows Update Error Code 0x800700c1
There are many reasons for which Windows 11/10 throws update error messages, like the corrupted files, corrupted update components, etc. We have added some useful options that might help. But before you begin, we suggest you try some quick fixes:
Restart your Windows computer and see if it helpsSometimes your antivirus tool can create trouble during a Windows Update. Therefore, you should temporarily disable your antivirus tool and try to update your system. Don’t forget to enable the antivirus again as it protects your system from malware and other security attacksRun SFC scan and DISM scan to repair the corrupted Windows system image and components.
If these quick fixes do not solve your issue, try the solutions described below: Let’s check these solutions one by one.
1] Run Windows Update troubleshooter
Windows 10 comes with different types of built-in troubleshooters that are helpful to fix various kinds of problems. When you encounter Windows Update error problems, the first thing that you should do is run the Windows Update troubleshooter. For this, follow these steps: Let the troubleshooting process complete and this might solve your problem.
2] Delete the temporary Windows Update files from the SoftwareDistribution folder
The SoftwareDistribution folder temporarily store Windows Update files. If any of those files are corrupted, you may experience this Windows Update error 0x800700c1 issue. Hence, one option to fix this error is to delete all the temporary Windows Update items present in the Downloads folder located inside the SoftwareDistribution folder. The steps for the same are as follows: This might help you download and install the Windows Update.
3] Change the startup type of the Windows Installer service to Automatic
Change the startup type of the Windows Installer service to Automatic and see if it helps. We have listed the instructions for the same below:
4] Install Windows Update via Media Creation tool
You can also try to upgrade your computer using the Media Creation tool. It is a powerful tool developed by Microsoft Corporation that users can use to upgrade their computers to the latest available version or create installation media for Windows 11/10. Hope this helps.
How do I fix Windows Update errors?
As we have mentioned earlier in this article, Windows Update errors occur due to many causes. Sometimes, updates also fail due to weak or fluctuating WiFi signals. Whatever the cause is, you can try some general methods to fix Windows Update errors.
How do I reset Windows Update components?
Windows Update components are the essential part of Windows Update. When these components get corrupted (for any reason), you may receive many errors while trying to update Windows. In such a case, you can fix the Windows Update errors by resetting the Windows Update components to default.
