Windows Update Error 0x800f0922

Question

Hi,  while most recent (14/02/18) auto updates were installing they failed and windows removed failed files. Problem error code 0x800f0992 appeared, not sure what to do as website does not explain how to cure problem with any clarity. Possibly to do with NET framework. Should I wait for possible patch/workaround.

your usual expertise would be appreciated.

regards Rob.

*Modified title for accuracy*

*Original title: Install update Error 0x800f0922*

Answer 1

Hi Rob,

Error 0x800f0922 occurs when downloading the newest update of Windows 10. It also means that you have less than 500 MB in system reserved partition. You may follow the methods provided below and check if you'll be able to update your device.

Method 1. Check your Internet connection

You need to make sure that you have an internet connection and if possible, you are using wired connections

Method 2. Check .NET Framework

Make sure you have the latest version of NET Framework installed. You may enable it in Windows features. Here's how:

1. Type Windows Features on the search bar and press Enter.
2. Select Turn Windows Features on or off.
3. Check any boxes related to DotNet Framework and save selection.
4. Restart your PC.

Method 3. Turn off your Firewall

We know that this is strange doing, but even Firewall can prevent updates occasionally. Here's how you can turn it off:

1. Type Firewall on the search bar and press Enter.
2. Open Turn Windows Firewall on or off.
3. Turn off Firewall for both private and public networks.
4. Save your selection.
5. After saving your selection, you may try updating your device.

Let us know if you find this helpful. We will be glad to assist you further.

Answer 2

Hi Justine, Thank you for quick response.  I do have some further of questions.

1). Can the reserved partition be called the 'Recovery Partition'? as I only have 450mb in that partition but I do have 218 GB free on main partition.

2).Should I try to expand  Recovery Partition?

3). I have just managed to find detail of update on MS site and it has note stating update shows negative install although it has been successfully installed. They also state they are working on corrective update. Should I hold fast or do I actually have problem?

4). When you state check any boxes related to 'DotNet' do you mean '**.NET'**as I could not find examples of 'DotNet' ?

Your understanding and help is appreciated.

Regards Rob.

Answer 3

Thank you for posting back and we're sorry for the delay.

1. The system reserve and recovery partition are two different things. The former is created during Windows installation and has a fixed drive space of 500mb in Windows 10. It contains the Boot Manager, Boot Configuration Data (both responsible for booting Windows 10), and the startup files used for BitLocker Drive Encryption. While the latter is created by the user or device manufacturer for recovery purposes in case of a serious system error. It usually contains the device drivers, software, and manuals.
2. Should you need more drive space for your recovery partition, by all means, you can increase it if you still have unallocated drive space left or by shrinking other drive partitions.
3. We apologize for the confusion, we're referring to .NET.

Get back to us if you need further assistance.

Answer 4

Hi Adrianne, thank you for response, I was away at weekend so I have only just picked up my emails.

This solution worked for me thanks and I did not have to mess with the firewall. Sometimes the simpler actions are the best. I have to admit that now my first port of call is this community site as I find MS support quite lacking or over complicated.

Again thank you I am confident the problem is solved.

Regards Rob.

Answer 5

We're glad to be of help.

Get back to us if you have other concerns.