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0x800736cc: How to Fix This Windows Update Error
The built-in troubleshooter can fix 0x800736cc and other update errors
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Updated onApril 2, 2024
updated onApril 2, 2024
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Downloading and installing Windows Updates is important, but many of our readers have reported encountering the error code 0x800736CC.
To learn more about update issues, we suggest reading ourWindows Update is stuck at 100%on Windows 11 guide.
In today’s guide, we will focus on this error and show you the best ways to fix it.
What causes Windows Update error 0х800736cc?
Many factors can contribute to the issues during the Windows Update process, resulting in error 0x800736CC. Some notable ones are:
Fortunately, troubleshooting your PC is not fatal and can fix the error. So, we’ll enumerate the basic steps to fix it as we go further into this guide,
How can I fix Windows Update error 0x800736cc?
Before attempting any advanced troubleshooting steps, go through the following:
If you can’t resolve the error, go ahead with the solutions below:
1. Perform SFC and DISM scans
Performing an SFC scan will repair corrupted or missing system files affecting the Windows Update process. You can read about how to fixSFC scannow not workingon your Windows device.
However, it’s advisable to go for adedicated system repair toolthat can efficiently diagnose your PC with no effort from you.
2. Run Windows Update troubleshooter
The Windows Update Troubleshooter will find and fix issues affecting the Windows updates installed.
Our readers can check ways torun the Windows Update troubleshooteron Windows 11 for more detailed steps.
3. Reset the Windows Update components
Resetting Windows update components will fix the malfunctioning, causing the 0x800736cc update error.
Read our article if you encounterissues running the Command Prompt as an administratoron Windows 11.
4. Clear Windows Update cache
Clearing the Windows update cache files will clear the corrupt update files impeding the process and allowing Windows to write new files. You can check what to do ifFile Explorer keeps crashingyour PC.
5. Disable Windows Defender Firewall
Disabling the Windows Defender Firewall will resolve any interference it’s causing in the Windows update process.
6. Update the System drivers
Updating your device’s drivers will install updates for fixing bugs affecting the PC processes. Also, you can read about how toreinstall devices in Device ManagersWindows 11.
Further, do not hesitate to go through our article about fixingslow Windows Updateson PCs. Also, read abouterror Code 0x8024500cand the steps for fixing it.
Should you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
