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Install Error 0x800f0982 in Windows Update [SOLVED]
Get rid of this error and get back to installing updates in a few minutes
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Updated onFebruary 27, 2024
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Windows users have posted on forums about an update error that occurs when they try to download and install the KB4494441, KB4489899, and KB4482887 updates.
The fullerror messagereads as follows:Updates failed… 2019-05 Cumulative Update forWindows 10Version 1809 for x64-based Systems (KB4494441) – Error 0x800f0982.
Thus, users can’t install the update referenced within theerror message.
If you’re wondering how to fix theWindows Updateerror 0x800f0982 on Windows 10 and Windows 11, keep reading. We have researched the best solutions for this install error, that will get it solved in a few minutes.
How can I fix the Install Error 0x800f0982?
1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter
Firstly, run theWindows Updatetroubleshooter. The built-in troubleshooter usually deals with all kinds ofupdate errorcodes.
2. Start the Windows Modules Installer Service
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Open the Windows Search box.
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Typecmdin the search box.
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Open an elevated Command Prompt by right-clicking Command Prompt and selectingRun as administrator.
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Next, input the following command, and then press theEnterbutton to run it:SC config trustedinstallerstart=auto
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Restart your PC.
Alternatively you can also fix the install error 0x800f0982 bystarting theWindowsModulesInstallerServicevia theCommand Prompt.
TheWindowsModulesInstallerserviceneeds to be on to foruserstoupdatethe platform. Thus, someusersmight need to turn on theWindowsModulesInstallerto fix the error.
3. Clear the SoftwareDistribution Folder
This is how users can clear the SoftwareDistribution folder.
The SoftwareDistribution folder might include corrupted update components. Clearing that folder will refresh the update components and potentially fix Error 0x800f0982.
4. Download the Required Updates From the Microsoft Update Catalog
This is more of a workaround than a resolution for the install error – 0x800f0982 on Windows 10. Users can also download specific updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog instead and manually install them.
Open the Microsoft Update Catalog page, and then enter the update number that error 0x800f0922 arises for in the search box there.
Then you can download a compatible update that matches the search keyword entered. After downloading, click the update’s MSU file to install it.
There’s a good chance that one of the above resolutions will fixerror0x800f0982 for most users. However, some of the resolutions in our post aboutWindows Update not working on Windows 10might also help you in resolving theerror0x800f0982.
Before you go,install error – 0x800705b9is similar to this one, so you might want to investigate it for more solutions.
We hope you managed to fix your install error – 0x800f0982 using our guide. Let us know in the comments section whether you have any questions about this topic.
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Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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