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Fix Windows 10/11 Error 0x800F0955 to Proceed With Updates
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Updated onMarch 27, 2024
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Are you looking for applicable workarounds to resolve Windows 10error0x800F0955? Look no further with Windows Report as we’ve got you covered.
Recently, Microsoft released Windows 10 v1809. However, users are unable to install the update on their Windows PC. For some users, the updaterolls back during installation, and for some, the updates do not appear in theWindows updateshistory. “
Nevertheless, the failed Windows installationerrorresults in theerrorprompt “Error on installation – Code 0x800f0955.
On the other hand, Windows 10error0x800F0955 is caused by several reasons such as bloated Windows registry keys, system file corruption, incomplete Windows OS installation, outdated system drivers, and more.
How can I fixWindows 10error0x800F0955?
1. Run a full system scan
If you experienced Windows 10error0x800F0955 during an update, it is very likely that theerroris caused bysystem file corruption.
While there are several ways viruses and malware can infiltrate your PC, it is highly recommended that you perform a full system scan in order to remove the malware and viruses responsible for the system file corruption.
With the MalwarebytesAdwCleaner solution, you can remove all malware from your Windows 10 PC.
Follow these steps to use MalwarebytesAdwCleaner:
On the other hand, we highly recommend other software package such as Bullguard, Bitdefender, and ZemanaAntiMalware to remove malware from your PC.
2. Run System File Checker
It is well noted that Windows 10 error 0x800F0955 is caused by system file violations thereby resulting in interruption while updating Windows 10 PC to the version 1809 update.
Nevertheless, the System File Checker Utility tool is a built-in Windows 10 tool that automatically resolves any form of system file corruption on the system.
Here’s how to run an SFC scan:
Alternatively, you can also run CHKDSK on your hard drive; besides, this tool cleans up any disk-relatederrorson your Windows 10 PC.
Here’s how to run CHKDSK:
3. Use a third-party cleaning tool
When installing, updating, and removing applications, the Registry can become cluttered with missing or damaged entries over time.
Specialized third-party softwareis excellent for this task dues to its multi-functional features and optimizing Windows PCs. You can easily and quickly scan your whole system, identify broken or corrupted files, and repair or replace them with clean ones.
4. Run DISM
Another Windows 10 built-in tool you can use to resolve the Windows 10 error 0x800F0955 is the Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool. DISM is also applicable in fixing corrupt system files as well.
Here’s how to run DISM in Windows 10:
5. UseWindows Updatetroubleshooter
Windows 10 Creators Update is incorporated with theWindows Updatetroubleshooting tool. Windows 10 error 0x800F0955 on the other hand is a Windows 10 issue; therefore, you can run the troubleshooter in order to fix the error problem.
Here’s how to do this:
6. Run Automatic Repair
An automatic repair can be used to fix myriads oferrors on the Windows 10 system most especially Windows 10 error 0x800F0955.
However, you need a Windows bootable installation DVD ready forautomatic repair.
Here’s how to run automatic repair:
7. Clean installWindows 10
Due to the hours, it will take to install your current software as well as to restore your backed up files, clean installing your Windows 10 PC might not be the ultimate solution. However, it is an effective solution to fix the Windows 10 error 0x800F0955.
Before you proceed, you should create an ISO file with the ‘media creation tool’, and create a bootable USB drive with it or burn it on DVD. Also, you should back up your files and also note your currently installed programs.
Here’s how to clean install Windows 10:
8. ResetWindows Updatescomponents
Disclaimer:Follow the outlined steps carefully as serious problems may occur if you do this incorrectly. This solution involves modifying your system registry.
Here’s how to manually reset theWindows UpdatesComponents:
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
(Press the Enter key after each command you type)
Ren C:WindowssoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
Ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver
Afterward, initiateWindows Updatesand install the latest updates.
On the other hand, some Windows 10 users reported getting “Access Denied” prompts when trying the processes above. Here’s what to do if your access is denied:
Follow the steps above so as to manually resetWindows UpdateComponents
Afterward, go to theServiceswindow again, now start theWindows Updateservice, and then restart your PC.
Conclusively, any of the above-mentioned solutions are adept at resolving Windows 10 error 0x800F0955. Should you have any questions, let us know by dropping a comment below.
More about the topics:Windows Installation errors,Windows Update
Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
