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Windows Update Problems. Error Code 80070005

Anonymous
2018-06-19T12:14:07+00:00

I have been unable to check for updates or update history and I suspect that I am not receiving automatic updates. In attempting to the error code 80070005 is displayed.

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  1. Sumit 43,806 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-06-19T12:19:35+00:00

    Run the Windows Update resolution tool:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-in/help/10164/fix-windows-update-errors

    The error code indicates Access denied error, which can be due to a variety of reasons.

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-06-19T12:45:21+00:00

    Since you are running Windows 8.1, download and run the Windows Update Troubleshooter:

    https://aka.ms/diag_wu

    You can also download and manually install the latest rollup for Windows 8.1 from the Microsoft Update Catalog:

    June 12, 2018—KB4284815 (Monthly Rollup)

    https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search...

    64 bit:

    2018-06 Security Monthly Quality Rollup for Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems (KB4284815)

    32 bit:

    2018-06 Security Monthly Quality Rollup for Windows 8.1 for x86-based Systems (KB4284815)

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