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0x800703e6 Windows Update Error Code: How to Fix it

Clearing the Windows update files often fixes this issue

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Updated onApril 2, 2024

updated onApril 2, 2024

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If you have tried toinstall updates on your Windows computerand are getting an error code of 0x800703e6, there is a high chance that your PC is experiencing some memory issues. A description of the code reveals the messageinvalid access to memory location.

The update process is paramount to the security of your device. So, if you are getting this error, there is no need to worry because here, we will share some easy steps to help you fix this issue.

What causes the Windows update error 0x800703e6?

Several things can cause the problem, but the most likely cause is a corrupted Microsoft Windows Update file.

Other reasons include:

How do I fix error code 0x800703e6?

Before getting into the comprehensive and lengthy steps, check the following as they could possibly fix the error:

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

2. Restart the Windows update service

3. Run DISM and SFC scans

4. Disable your antivirus temporarily

5. Run Disk cleanup

6. Reset Windows update components

7. Delete the WUServer and WIStatusServer entries

8. Update in Clean boot state

If you’re successful, this means one of the disabled services is interfering with the Windows update. You’ll have to disable it once you start your PC normally. But it won’t be easy if you have a lot of services and programs.

To avoid trial and error, you may want to install one of theWindows update repair toolsthat will automatically fix any update error.

That’s it for this article, but be sure to leave us any comments if you have any additional thoughts on this update error.

0x800703e6 Windows Update Error Code: How to Fix it#

What causes the Windows update error 0x800703e6?#

How do I fix error code 0x800703e6?#

1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter#

2. Restart the Windows update service#

3. Run DISM and SFC scans#

4. Disable your antivirus temporarily#

5. Run Disk cleanup#

6. Reset Windows update components#

7. Delete the WUServer and WIStatusServer entries#

8. Update in Clean boot state#