Hi shreyansh raj,
I'm Hendrix, here to help with your query on the Microsoft Q&A forums.
Apologies for any inconvenience you are experiencing. I am happy to help you today.
To help us narrow down the cause and work towards a solution, please try the following initial troubleshooting steps:
1 - Run Built-in Troubleshooters
Go to Settings → Update & Security → Troubleshoot → Additional troubleshooters.
Run:
- Windows Update Troubleshooter (for update issues).
- Program Compatibility Troubleshooter (for app errors).
- Network Adapter Troubleshooter (for connectivity issues).
2 - Check System Health
Open Command Prompt (Admin) and run:
sfc /scannow
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
These commands repair corrupted system files.
3 - Update Windows & Drivers
- Ensure Windows Update is fully installed.
- Update drivers via Device Manager or manufacturer’s site.
- Reset or Repair Windows Components
4 - For persistent issues:
- Reset Windows Update components using:
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
- Or use Settings → Update & Security → Recovery → Reset this PC (keep files if possible).
I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Please keep me informed.
Best regards,
Hendrix Vu | Microsoft Q&A Support Specialist