Install error - 0x800f0983 - 2026-02 Security Update (KB5077181) (26200.7840)

Question

I have repeatedly tried to update

2026-02 Security Update (KB5077181) (26200.7840) comes up every time I have tried to update as tole. The update runs to c. 75/75% and then fails and stops.

I am not technically expert, but would like to clear or fix this problem.

Thanks,

Mike

Answer 1

Hi, good day!

Please let me know if you have tried the methods below.

• Make sure Windows Update and Background Intelligent Transfer services are available and running. Press Windows key+R to open Run then type: services.msc
• Press Enter to open Services app Double-click Background Intelligent Transfer Service. If the Startup status lists Stopped, click Start and then click OK. If the status is Running, right click then select Restart Double-click Windows Update. If the Startup status lists Stopped, click Start and then click OK. If the status is Running, right click then select Restart
• Please try to run SFC and DISM to check for any system errors and corrupted files.  https://support.microsoft.com/windows/using-system-file-checker-in-windows-365e0031-36b1-6031-f804-8fd86e0ef4ca  Restart your computer
• Reset Windows Update components manually  https://www.elevenforum.com/t/reset-windows-update-in-windows-11.3808/ After that, restart your computer
• Here's a direct download link of KB5077181 from Microsoft Update Catalog. Download and install the update manually.  https://catalog.sf.dl.delivery.mp.microsoft.com/filestreamingservice/files/eb8d76c6-f362-4354-ad8c-cdfd1d8390a8/public/windows11.0-kb5077181-x64_33d38563662e659ceb84fb8b65aa05ce5876f5a4.msu

If the issue persists, open Settings > System > Recovery.

Few things to check on the PC

• Unplug all external peripherals except for the Mouse, Keyboard, and LAN cable before starting
• Disable or uninstall any third-party Antivirus program to prevent it from interfering with the upgrade

Under Fix problems using Windows Update, click Reinstall Now

Once completed, your system will restart.

I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed by clicking "Add comment" below.

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Answer 2

AI Response not any help at all!