How to fix Windows Server 2019 DISM failed to find source

WILMON BANKS 0 Reputation points
2024-04-06T13:45:40.6466667+00:00

DISM failed (0x800f081f) to find source on "/online" and on "/Source:WIM:X:\source..." entries.

What is the correct procedure to fix corrupt files without having to reinstall Windows and all apps because there is zero solutions that work?

CHKDSK passes with no errors found,

DISM and SFC fail, no Windows troubleshooting programs work, yet, updates can search and install...

Downloaded the latest ISO directly from the Microsoft Download site.

Is there a real fix without destroying the installed operating system??

Thanks ahead..

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
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  1. Wesley Li 5,040 Reputation points
    2024-04-08T06:55:20.63+00:00

    Hello

    Encountering the “DISM failed to find source” issue can be quite frustrating, especially when it prevents you from repairing corrupt files. Let’s explore some potential solutions to address this problem:

    1.Use Windows Repair Upgrade:

    Download the Windows Repair tool (Windows Media Creation tool) from the official page.

    Run the tool and choose the upgrade option. This process will repair your existing Windows installation without affecting your personal files or installed applications.

    2.Clean and Analyze the WinSXS Folder:

    Press Windows + X keys and select Windows PowerShell (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).

    Execute the following command:

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup

    After completion, retry the DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth command.

    3.Specify an Alternative Repair Source in DISM:

    If DISM can’t find the source files, you can manually specify a source using the /Source flag. For example:

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:C:\RepairSource\Windows /LimitAccess

    Replace C:\RepairSource\Windows with the path to a known good copy of the Windows image you’re trying to repair.

    4.Check the DISM Log File:

    The DISM log file can be found at C:\Windows\Logs\DISM\dism.log.

    Review the log for more details on the specific error. It might provide additional insights into why the source files couldn’t be found.

    These steps aim to repair your system without reinstalling Windows or affecting your apps.

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