Start Windows Update (Windows 10) from Command Line (usual ways not working)

Question

Seeking a way to start Windows Update from a command line (or powershell). Have tried UsoClient Startscan from an elevated command line and nothing appears to happen. Do certain parameters need to be met for this to occur? Any other ways of how to make Win Update run automatically in Windows 10?

Answer 1

Hi NoConnection91

My name is Andre Da Costa; an Independent Consultant, Windows Insider MVP and Windows & Devices for IT MVP. I'm here to help you with your problem.

I found an article about how to do it through PowerShell

Press Windows key + X

Click Windows PowerShell (Admin)

At the prompt, type each of the following then hit Enter:

Install-Module PSWindowsUpdate

Get-WindowsUpdate

Install-WindowsUpdate

You can also do it from the command line:

Open Start, type: CMD

Right click CMD

Click Run as administrator

Type in at the prompt OR Copy and Paste these one at a time : (Hit enter after each)

Run the following command to check for new updates:

wuauclt /detectnow

Run the following command to install new updates

wuauclt /updatenow

https://www.itechtics.com/run-windows-update-cmd/

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.