windows is not updating

William Story 1 Reputation point
2022-09-08T15:21:57.4+00:00

so i am trying to install "2022-08 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 21H2 for x84-based Systems(KB5016616)" but when i try to i get the error message (0x800f0831) and i have tried and retried downloading the update. it just wont work.
device specs:
processor:Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6700HQ CPU @ 2.60GHz 2.59 GHz
installed ram:32.0 GB (31.9 GB usable)
device id:D806AFB6-ECA2-43C6-A355-06DD61FA632D
product id:00325-96055-07129-AAOEM
system type:64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
pen and touch:No pen or touch input is available for this display
edition windows 10 home

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
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  1. S.Sengupta 18,536 Reputation points MVP
    2022-09-09T00:21:17.147+00:00

    To fix the issue, follow these steps:

    Go to Microsoft Update Catalog.
    In the Search box, enter the package ID of the <Missing_Package>.
    Download the package and then install it.
    Reinstall the <Failed_Package>.

    Ref:
    Error 0x800f0831 when you install an update

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