800703f1 ошибка обновления windows 10

0x800703f1 — это ошибка, возникающая во время обновления операционной системы Windows 10. Ошибка не уникальна, способна появляться при установке самых разных апдейтов, первые сообщения о ней начали всплывать в Интернете еще где-то в 2017-2018 гг. К счастью, избавиться от ошибки можно с помощью универсального набора «фиксов» для Центра обновления Windows 10.

В сегодняшней статье мы посмотрим, как устранить 0x800703f1 и вернуть себе возможность нормально обновлять Windows 10.

Методы решения ошибки 0x800703f1

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Метод №1 Автоматическое средство

Когда у вас на компьютере возникают проблемы с обновлением системы, первым делом вы должны обратиться за помощью к автоматизированному средству устранения неполадок. Подобное средство является встроенным, а поэтому никаких внешних программ вам качать не придется. Итак, чтобы пустить средство в работу, вам нужно сделать следующее:

• откройте Параметры Windows 10 (Win+I);
• перейдите в разделы Обновление и безопасность → Устранение неполадок;
• кликните на пункт Центр обновления Windows, затем — на Запустить средство устранения неполадок;
• далее следуйте инструкциям на своем экране, чтобы попытаться исправить проблемы с обновлением ОС.

Метод №2 Проверка на вирусы и вредоносное ПО

Крайне маловероятно, но некоторые пользователи утверждают, что у них проблемы с апдейтом Windows 10 иногда возникают по вине проникшего в систему вируса или вредоносного программного обеспечения. Возможно, вы тоже имеете дело с каким-то незваным гостем. Тут вам на выручку приходит Защитник Windows — системный антивирус.

Чтобы запустить антивирусное сканирование Защитника Windows 10, нужно сделать вот что:

• откройте системную поисковую строку (Win+S);
• вбейте запрос Защитник Windows и выберите найденный результат;
• выберите раздел Защита от вирусов и угроз;
• перейдите в Параметры сканирования;
• выберите Полное сканирование и нажмите на кнопку Выполнить сканирование сейчас.

Удалите зараженные и подозрительные файлы из своей системы, если такие будут найдены. После этого еще раз запустите обновление Windows 10 и проверьте, появится ли ошибка 0x800703f1.

Метод №3 Удаление последних обновлений

Ранее некорректно установленный апдейт может стать причиной возникновения проблем с обновление Windows 10. В таком случае вам нужно пройти в журнал обновлений и удалить последний апдейт. Делается это следующим образом:

• вызовите поисковую строку (Win+S);
• впишите Просмотр журнала обновлений и выберите найденный результат;
• кликните на пункт Удалить обновления;
• выберите в списке самое последнее обновление, нажмите на него ПКМ и выберите Удалить;
• удалив подходящий апдейт, перезагрузите компьютер;
• запустите обновление ОС Windows 10.

Если проблема действительно заключалась в неправильно установленном апдейте, то ошибка 0x800703f1 должна будет исчезнуть.

Метод №4 Восстановление поврежденных системных файлов

Возможно, ошибка 0x800703f1 возникла в результате поврежденных системных файлов и компонентов Windows 10. Как не сложно догадаться, обновление ОС будет невозможным, если какая-то из ее составляющих работает не так, как положено. К счастью, все можно исправить с помощью такой утилиты, как DISM (служба обслуживания образов развертывания и управления ими). Утилита запускается через командную строку.

• нажмите ПКМ на Пуск и выберите пункт Командная строка (от администратора);
• впишите команду DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth и нажмите Enter;
• подождите окончания работы утилиты и перезагрузите свой ПК.

Стоит отметить, что на работу DISM может уйти вплоть до 10 минут.

Метод №5 Перезапуск службы Центра обновления

По тем или иным причинам служба Центра обновления Windows 10 может перестать работать. Решение — ручной перезапуск службы. Сделайте следующее:

• нажмите Win+S;
• впишите в поисковую строку Службы и выберите найденный результат;
• опуститесь вниз и найдите службу Центр обновления Windows;
• нажмите на службу ПКМ и выберите Перезапустить;
• зайдите в Центр обновления Windows (в Параметрах) и запустите процесс обновления своей системы.

Стоит отметить, что именно вот этот метод зачастую и помогает с подобными проблемами.

Метод №6 Сброс компонентов Центра обновления

Вот мы и подошли к «тяжелой артиллерии». Если ничего из вышеуказанного вам не помогло, то, скорее всего, какие-то компоненты вашего Центра обновления были повреждены. Сейчас мы займемся восстановлением этих самых компонентов. Итак, создайте у себя на Рабочем столе самый обычный текстовый файл. Откройте этот текстовик и вставьте в него следующий ряд команд:

:: Run the reset Windows Update components.
:: void components();
:: /*************************************************************************************/
:components
:: —— Stopping the Windows Update services ——
call :print Stopping the Windows Update services.
net stop bitscall :print Stopping the Windows Update services.
net stop wuauservcall :print Stopping the Windows Update services.
net stop appidsvccall :print Stopping the Windows Update services.
net stop cryptsvccall :print Canceling the Windows Update process.
taskkill /im wuauclt.exe /f
:: —— Checking the services status ——
call :print Checking the services status.

sc query bits | findstr /I /C:»STOPPED»
if %errorlevel% NEQ 0 (
echo. Failed to stop the BITS service.
echo.
echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
goto :eof
)

call :print Checking the services status.

sc query wuauserv | findstr /I /C:»STOPPED»
if %errorlevel% NEQ 0 (
echo. Failed to stop the Windows Update service.
echo.
echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
goto :eof
)

call :print Checking the services status.

sc query appidsvc | findstr /I /C:»STOPPED»
if %errorlevel% NEQ 0 (
sc query appidsvc | findstr /I /C:»OpenService FAILED 1060″
if %errorlevel% NEQ 0 (
echo. Failed to stop the Application Identity service.
echo.
echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
if %family% NEQ 6 goto :eof
)
)

call :print Checking the services status.

sc query cryptsvc | findstr /I /C:»STOPPED»
if %errorlevel% NEQ 0 (
echo. Failed to stop the Cryptographic Services service.
echo.
echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
goto :eof
)

:: —— Delete the qmgr*.dat files ——
call :print Deleting the qmgr*.dat files.

del /s /q /f «%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Network\Downloader\qmgr*.dat»
del /s /q /f «%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Network\Downloader\qmgr*.dat»

:: —— Renaming the softare distribution folders backup copies ——
call :print Deleting the old software distribution backup copies.

cd /d %SYSTEMROOT%

if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml.bak» (
del /s /q /f «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml.bak»
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution.bak» (
rmdir /s /q «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution.bak»
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\system32\Catroot2.bak» (
rmdir /s /q «%SYSTEMROOT%\system32\Catroot2.bak»
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\WindowsUpdate.log.bak» (
del /s /q /f «%SYSTEMROOT%\WindowsUpdate.log.bak»
)

call :print Renaming the software distribution folders.

if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml» (
takeown /f «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml»
attrib -r -s -h /s /d «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml»
ren «%SYSTEMROOT%\winsxs\pending.xml» pending.xml.bak
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution» (
attrib -r -s -h /s /d «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution»
ren «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution» SoftwareDistribution.bak
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\SoftwareDistribution» (
echo.
echo. Failed to rename the SoftwareDistribution folder.
echo.
echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
goto :eof
)
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\system32\Catroot2» (
attrib -r -s -h /s /d «%SYSTEMROOT%\system32\Catroot2»
ren «%SYSTEMROOT%\system32\Catroot2» Catroot2.bak
)
if exist «%SYSTEMROOT%\WindowsUpdate.log» (
attrib -r -s -h /s /d «%SYSTEMROOT%\WindowsUpdate.log»
ren «%SYSTEMROOT%\WindowsUpdate.log» WindowsUpdate.log.bak
)

:: —— Reset the BITS service and the Windows Update service to the default security descriptor ——
call :print Reset the BITS service and the Windows Update service to the default security descriptor.

sc.exe sdset wuauserv D:(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLCRSDRCWDWO;;;SO)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)S:(AU;FA;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;WD)
sc.exe sdset bits D:(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLCRSDRCWDWO;;;SO)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)S:(AU;FA;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;WD)
sc.exe sdset cryptsvc D:(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLCRSDRCWDWO;;;SO)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)S:(AU;FA;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;WD)
sc.exe sdset trustedinstaller D:(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLCRSDRCWDWO;;;SO)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)S:(AU;FA;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;WD)

:: —— Reregister the BITS files and the Windows Update files ——
call :print Reregister the BITS files and the Windows Update files.

cd /d %SYSTEMROOT%\system32
regsvr32.exe /s atl.dll
regsvr32.exe /s urlmon.dll
regsvr32.exe /s mshtml.dll
regsvr32.exe /s shdocvw.dll
regsvr32.exe /s browseui.dll
regsvr32.exe /s jscript.dll
regsvr32.exe /s vbscript.dll
regsvr32.exe /s scrrun.dll
regsvr32.exe /s msxml.dll
regsvr32.exe /s msxml3.dll
regsvr32.exe /s msxml6.dll
regsvr32.exe /s actxprxy.dll
regsvr32.exe /s softpub.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wintrust.dll
regsvr32.exe /s dssenh.dll
regsvr32.exe /s rsaenh.dll
regsvr32.exe /s gpkcsp.dll
regsvr32.exe /s sccbase.dll
regsvr32.exe /s slbcsp.dll
regsvr32.exe /s cryptdlg.dll
regsvr32.exe /s oleaut32.dll
regsvr32.exe /s ole32.dll
regsvr32.exe /s shell32.dll
regsvr32.exe /s initpki.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wuapi.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wuaueng.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wuaueng1.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wucltui.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wups.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wups2.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wuweb.dll
regsvr32.exe /s qmgr.dll
regsvr32.exe /s qmgrprxy.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wucltux.dll
regsvr32.exe /s muweb.dll
regsvr32.exe /s wuwebv.dll

:: —— Resetting Winsock ——
call :print Resetting Winsock.
netsh winsock reset

:: —— Resetting WinHTTP Proxy ——
call :print Resetting WinHTTP Proxy.

if %family% EQU 5 (
proxycfg.exe -d
) else (
netsh winhttp reset proxy
)

:: —— Set the startup type as automatic ——
call :print Resetting the services as automatics.
sc.exe config wuauserv start= auto
sc.exe config bits start= delayed-auto
sc.exe config cryptsvc start= auto
sc.exe config TrustedInstaller start= demand
sc.exe config DcomLaunch start= auto

:: —— Starting the Windows Update services ——
call :print Starting the Windows Update services.
net start bits

call :print Starting the Windows Update services.
net start wuauserv

call :print Starting the Windows Update services.
net start appidsvc

call :print Starting the Windows Update services.
net start cryptsvc

call :print Starting the Windows Update services.
net start DcomLaunch

:: —— End process ——
call :print The operation completed successfully.

echo.Press any key to continue . . .
pause>nul
goto :eof
:: /*************************************************************************************/

Ничего не меняйте! Как есть, так и вставляйте. Теперь сохраните внесенные изменения и измените расширение файла с TXT на BAT. Далее дважды кликните ЛКМ на созданный файл и наблюдайте за процессом сброса компонентов Центра обновления Windows 10. Процесс быстрый, занимает всего несколько секунд. После окончания работы созданного «батника» перезагрузите ПК и проверьте наличие ошибки 0x800703f1.

Navigating the complexities of Windows 10 updates can sometimes lead to encountering errors, one of which is the notorious Update Error 0x800703f1. This error not only halts the update process but also leaves users in a dilemma about the security and performance of their systems. Understanding the root causes of this error, from corrupted system files to conflicts with antivirus software, is the first step towards a resolution. 

Understanding Error 0x800703f1

The Windows 10 Update Error 0x800703f1 typically surfaces during the update process, halting the installation and leaving the system in a state of uncertainty with regards to security and performance enhancements that the update was supposed to bring.

Why Does the 0x800703f1 Error Occur?

• One of the primary causes identified is the presence of corrupted system files. These critical files can become damaged due to improper system shutdowns, malware attacks, or conflicting software operations, leading to discrepancies that the update process cannot overcome. 

Quick Fix:How to Find and Fix Corrupted Files in Windows 10?

• Another significant cause of this error is issues with the Windows Update components themselves. Windows Update relies on several services and temporary files to download, prepare, and install updates. If these components become corrupted or their operations are interrupted, it can result in error 0x800703f1. Resetting or repairing these components is often necessary to resolve the issue and allow updates to proceed.
• Conflicts with antivirus software represent another common source of this problem. Antivirus programs are designed to protect the system from threats , but they can occasionally interfere with legitimate system processes, including Windows Update. Temporarily disabling the antivirus during the update process can help determine if this is the cause of the error and allow the update to complete successfully.

How to Fix Install Error 0x800703f1

Method 1: Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

The Windows Update Troubleshooter is a built-in tool designed to identify and fix common issues with Windows Update.

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
• Click on “Additional troubleshooters.”
• Find and select “Windows Update” then click “Run the troubleshooter.”
• Follow the on-screen instructions to let the troubleshooter detect and fix issues.

Restart your computer after the process completes and check if the update error persists.

Method 2: Check and Repair System Files

System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tools can help repair Windows system files. Using the SFC tool:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
• Wait for the process to complete, then restart your computer.

If SFC doesn’t resolve the issue, use the DISM tool:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth and press Enter.
• After the process completes, run sfc /scannow again.

Restart your computer and check for the update error.

Method 3: Reset Windows Update Components Manually

Resetting Windows Update components can resolve issues by refreshing the update process. Stop Windows Update Services:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type net stop wuauserv and press Enter to stop the Windows Update service.
• Type net stop cryptSvc, net stop bits, and net stop msiserver, pressing Enter after each command to stop related services.

Clear the Windows Update Cache:

• Navigate to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download and delete all contents.

This clears the update cache and forces Windows Update to re-download updates. Restart Windows Update Services:In Command Prompt (Admin), type net start wuauserv, net start cryptSvc, net start bits, and net start msiserver, pressing Enter after each to restart the services.

Method 4: Perform a Clean Boot

A clean boot helps identify if background programs are causing the update error by starting Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs.

• Press Windows Key + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
• In the System Configuration window, select the “Services” tab.
• Check “Hide all Microsoft services” and then click “Disable all.”
• Go to the “Startup” tab and click “Open Task Manager.”
• Disable all startup items, then close Task Manager.
• Click “OK” in the System Configuration window and restart your computer.

Method 5: Update Drivers and Windows Manually

Outdated drivers can cause conflicts with Windows updates. Manually updating drivers and Windows can resolve these conflicts. Update Drivers ManuallyStart by updating your drivers to resolve Windows update conflicts. Once you’ve performed the updates, check if the issue persists. Manually Download and Install Windows UpdatesNext, consider downloading and installing Windows updates manually. 

Advanced Solutions for Error 0x800703f1

When basic troubleshooting fails to resolve the Windows 10 Update Error 0x800703f1, it may be necessary to consider more advanced solutions.

Using System Restore

System Restore is a powerful tool that can revert your computer’s system files, installed applications, Windows Registry, and settings to a previous state, effectively undoing recent changes that may have caused the update error. Accessing System Restore:This option is only available if you have previously created a system restore point on your PC. If you have, follow the steps below:

• Type Create a restore point  in the Windows search bar and select the top result to open the System Properties dialog.
• In the System Properties dialog, under the System Protection tab, click on the “System Restore…” button.
• In the System Restore window, click “Next” and select a restore point that was created before the error 0x800703f1 started occurring.
• If unsure, choose the most recent restore point.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the restoration process. The computer will restart during this process, and the changes made after the selected restore point will be undone.

Resetting Windows 10

If the error persists and no other solution works, resetting Windows 10 might be necessary. This option reinstalls Windows while giving you the option to keep your personal files or remove everything.

How to Reset Windows 10

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery.
• Under “Reset this PC,” click “Get started.”
• Choose “Keep my files” to reinstall Windows without losing personal data, or “Remove everything” to perform a clean reinstall that removes all personal data, apps, and settings.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset process. This process can take a while and your PC may restart several times.

Also Read: There Was a Problem Resetting Your PC Error on Windows 10/11

How to Fix Windows 10 Update Error 0x800703f1 on Windows 10?

The Windows 10 Update Error 0x800703f1 can be a frustrating obstacle for users seeking to keep their systems up-to-date and secure. By employing a range of solutions from running the Windows Update Troubleshooter and repairing system files with tools like SFC and DISM, to resetting Windows Update components manually, and ensuring all drivers are up-to-date, most instances of error 0x800703f1 can be effectively addressed. For more stubborn cases, advanced solutions such as using System Restore or even resetting Windows 10 offer a path to resolution, albeit with considerations for data preservation and system setup. 

FAQ

Did you lately encounter the error 0x800703F1 while upgrading Windows to the next available version? Well, this bug does appear when there are missing files on the computer or the update components have become corrupt. The mere presence of Nvidia or related software may sometimes result in similar bugs or errors.

Many a time, an incorrect configuration inside Updates Services might also cause the error 0x800703F1. So, check whether all services are working fine and are in a good state or not. If they are in their default state, try these fixes – Uninstall Nvidia, Run SFC, Use Update Troubleshooter, etc. Manually upgrading Windows 10 Cumulative Update is the best way to overcome this issue. 

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Before proceeding to the solutions, we suggest checking the status of a few Windows Update Services. Here’s how to check the current status of these services –

Check Windows Update Services Status

• Use “Win + S” to open the Search bar, type “services”, and click the top result.
• When the services window comes into view, scroll down and view the status of the following services –

Your device should meet the above configuration. If not, right-click on each one of them separately and choose the appropriate mode. 

If the error persists even after the services match the above configuration, try the following suggestions –

1] Uninstall Nvidia drivers

Several users mentioned on Windows 10 forums that they solve this issue simply by uninstalling the Nvidia drivers. If there are Nvidia drivers or related software on the computer, remove them first. Restart Windows to remove any leftover files as well. 

Sign back into your device and reinstall Nvidia drivers. If the error 0x800703F1 still occurs, try the next set of solutions.

2] Run System File Checker

The presence of corrupt or damaged system files may also prevent the update process from occurring. This happens only when you are an external security app to detect malware or viruses on your computer. Temporarily disable your antivirus first and then attempt to run the System File Checker (SFC).

SFC is a great in-built utility program to repair such faulty files or folders on Windows 10. Here are the essential steps to work upon –

• Open Command Prompt using Administrative rights.
• Type sfc/scannow near the blinking cursor and hit Enter.

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• Usually, this takes 15-20 minutes to scan and repair corrupt/missing files. So, wait patiently.
• Once this completes the whole process, Restart Windows.

3] Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

If the error 0x800703F1 is still appearing, there may lie some corruption inside the Windows Update files or services. Update Troubleshooter is a great tool by Microsoft that can find and repair all update-related bugs and errors on Windows 10 PC. Here’s how to run this troubleshooter –

• First of all, navigate to the below path –

Settings (Win + I) > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters

• Click to expand the Windows Update box and hit Run the troubleshooter.

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• Now, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the remaining steps.

The error must have been resolved by now. If not, try the next set of solutions discussed below. 

4] Restart Windows Update Components

Sometimes, this bug arises simply due to corruption inside the Update components. To correct this, you need to manually restart all Windows Update components. Here’s how to perform this task –

• Use Win+R to launch the Run dialog.
• Type “cmd” and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter keys together to start Command Prompt as Admin.
• Now, execute the below codes one after another. Make sure to press Enter at the end of each command.

net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
ren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver

• Once over, Restart Windows so that the changes made come into effect from the next login.

Sign back into Windows and try to perform Windows Update again. If the problem still exists, try the next fix.

5] Perform Clean Boot 

At times, third-party applications start interfering with core files resulting in similar error codes. To rule out this, you must perform a clean boot and check if you are now able to update Windows or not. Here’s how to proceed –

• Make right-click on the Windows icon and select Run.
• Type msconfig and hit OK to launch System Configuration.

• Head over to the Services tab and mark the “Hide all Microsoft services” checkbox.
• Next, click Disable all.
• Switch to the Boot tab, and mark the “Safe boot” checkbox under Boot options.
• Tick the box left of the “Minimal” option as well and hit Apply then OK.

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• Your computer will restart and enter Safe Mode.
• Navigate to the below path and try to update Windows once again.

Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for Updates

If the 0x800703F1 error is appearing due to some third-party apps, checking for updates should work now. This is because all such programs remain disabled in the Clean Boot state. 

6] Manually download and install the Standalone Package

In case none of the above fixes work to solve the 0x800703F1 bug, one should go for manually upgrading Windows. Here is the complete guideline –

• First of all, launch your default web browser and navigate to the Windows 10, Update history page on it. 
• You will see different versions of Windows 10 enlisted on the left sidebar.
• Select your own version, and then select the latest cumulative update. 
• Head over to the right pane and note down the “KB” number. See the Snapshot below –

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• Visit Microsoft Update Catalog next and type the copied “KB” number in the search field. 
• Press Enter and you will find a list of recent updates appearing for different system architectures.
• Select the one that best matches your system configuration, and hit the Download button.
• Go ahead and click the top link to begin downloading the respective standalone package. 
• When the download completes, double-click on this setup file. 

Your system will soon restart and upgrade to OS Build of the chosen cumulative update. 

I hope the update error 0x800703F1 resolves now on your Windows 10 PC. In case it is still appearing or you find any difficulty following this guide, let’s know in the comment section. 

What is Error code 800703f1 in Windows 10?

The error code 800703f1 is short for the error 0x800703F1. This occurs when some of your system files have gone missing or have been corrupted due to the presence of third-party apps. Try running the SFC utility and check if the problem resolves way. Go for the System File Checker only when you have ensured temporarily disabling or at least uninstalling your external security app.  

Why does Windows Update 20H2 keep failing?

For Windows updates to occur without any error code, all update components must remain updated and without any internal conflicts between them. You may reset Windows Update components beforehand trying out any workaround discussed in this article. 

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1. Download and install the software.
2. It will scan your computer for problems.
3. The tool will then fix the issues that were found.

PC errors should be taken seriously. If you ignore these problems, you will face other problems over time. You can avoid this by reviewing the error symptoms and taking the necessary steps.

Normal operation of your computer may be affected by poor system performance, messages and terms in the installation log file, such as 0x800703f1. In this case, the error must be corrected immediately.



Restart all Windows Update Components

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Depending on the user, sometimes this issue can be caused by Windows Update components. To resolve this issue, you must manually restart all Windows Update components. You just need to execute a few commands on the command line. Do the following:

Run Command Prompt as Administrator

Run the following commands when starting command line:

• Network shutdown wuauserv
• net stop cryptSvc cryptSvc cryptSvc
• Network shutdown bits
• net stop msiserverver
• ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
• ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 Catroot2 Catroot2.old
• net start wuauserv
• net start cryptSvSvc
• Mains start bits
• net start msiserverver

After running these commands, try running Windows Update again and see if the problem is still there.

Use the Windows Update troubleshooter

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Fortunately, Microsoft engineers know that Win 10 updates have issues from time to time. That is why they created the Windows Update Troubleshooter – this built-in tool comes in handy when Windows updates fail with error code 800703f1.

Follow the steps below to complete this solution:

• Press the Windows logo key + the I shortcut on your keyboard to open the Settings app.
• Go to the Update & Security section.
• Go to the left pane and select Troubleshoot.
• Go to the right pane and select Windows Update.
• Find the troubleshoot button and click on it. A wizard will guide you through the troubleshooting process.

After the green light turns on, restart your computer and see if the problem is resolved.

Make changes to your drivers

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Sometimes problematic drivers can cause error 0x800703f1. While most drivers may work fine before updating the operating system, if you update Windows 10 in any way, they can become corrupted. Hence, you can make changes to the drivers to fix the error.

Roll back drivers

The first step is to restore the drivers to their previous state. Here’s a tutorial:

Step 1. Press the Win and X keys at the same time to select Device Manager.

Step 2: Next, find the problematic drivers in the list and right-click them to select Properties.

Step 3: go to the “Driver” tab and select “Reset Driver”. Click OK to make your changes.

Step 4. Restart your computer and see if the error persists.

Update your drivers

If resetting the drivers doesn’t solve the problem, you can try updating your drivers. Here are the detailed steps:

Step 1. Open Device Manager and right-click the problematic driver to select Update Driver.

Step 2. Select “Automatically check for updated drivers”.

Step 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the driver update.

Step 4. Restart your computer and see if the error is gone.

Reinstall Windows 10

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• Doing a clean install of Windows 10 is the latest fix on the net because it’s a pretty radical option. First of all, back up your important files to avoid permanent data loss. Make sure you have installers for third-party apps – you will lose all third-party software.

To restart Windows 10, follow these steps:

• Open the Settings app by simultaneously pressing the Windows logo key and the I key.
• Enter update and security and select Reset this PC.
• Click Start and select Remove Everything.

Conclusion

This article explains why you are getting error 0x800703f1 when updating your operating system and various possible methods to fix it. And you should regularly back up your data in case of data loss.

If you have better advice or are not sure about the method, please leave a comment.

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It is very annoying to encounter error code 0x800703f1 when you try to update Windows 10, and if you don’t know how to fix the error, this post is what you really need. There are multiple useful methods mentioned in this post to fix the error. Get these methods from the MiniTool website.

Although Windows 10 has become the most used operating system, there are many errors related to its Windows Update feature. And one of the update errors is 0x800703f1 error, which is very frustrating.

The cause of Windows update error 0x800703f1 may be that your system files are corrupted. The damaged system files entries can cause a lot of trouble for your computer.

You cannot update your operating system successfully when 0x800703f1 error appears. And there are some other issues with the error code 0x800703f1.

• System Restore Error 0x800703f1 – You may meet the error 0x800703f1 when you perform system restore. You can fix the error by disabling your antivirus and scan corrupted system files and then repair them.
• 0x800703f1 Windows 8 – 0x800703f1 error will also appear on the old versions of Windows, and you can also try the methods below to fix the error.

So after knowing the cause of 0x800703f1 error, then how to fix the error easily? Just keep reading, and there are 6 useful methods for you.

Method 1: Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

The first method you should try is to run Windows Update Troubleshooter to fix the 0x800703f1 error. Windows Update Troubleshooter is a built-in feature that aims at fixing Windows update errors.

Now follow the instructions below to run this method:

Step 1: Press the Win key and the I key at the same time to open Settings.

Step 2: Click Update & Security and then click Troubleshoot in the left panel.

Step 3: Click Windows Update under Get up and running section in the right panel and then click Run the troubleshooter.

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Step 4: Follow the prompts showing on the screen to finish the troubleshooting process.

Step 5: After the process has been finished, reboot your computer and then check if the error 0x800703f1 Windows 10 is fixed.

If the problem hasn’t been fixed, then you should try the following methods.

Method 2: Disable Antivirus Software

The culprit of 0x800703f1 error may be your antivirus software on your computer. Sometimes, the antivirus can disturb your operating system and then the error 0x800703f1 occurs during the process of updating Windows 10.

So in order to fix this error, it is recommended to disable your third-party antivirus tools if you have installed, and if you don’t have third-party antivirus software, you should disable the Windows Defender temporarily.

Disable Third-Party Antivirus Software

If you are using third-party antivirus software, then you should try the following instructions to disable it.

Step 1: Press the Win key and the X key at the same time to choose Task Manager.

Step 2: Go to the Process tab, and find your third-party antivirus software, right-click it to choose End task.

Step 3: Restart your system and then check if the error is gone.

But if the error isn’t gone, then you need to uninstall it. Follow the instructions below:

Step 1: Navigate to Settings > Apps > Apps & features.

Step 2: Find the third-party antivirus software and then right-click it to choose Uninstall.

Step 3: Now reboot your computer to see if the error is gone.

Disable Windows Defender

If there is no third-party antivirus software on your computer, then you can try to disable Windows Defender to fx the 0x800703f1 error.

Follow the instructions below to disable Windows Defender temporarily:

Step 1: Open Settings and then click Update & Security.

Step 2: Go to the Windows Security section and then click Virus & threat protection under the Protection areas tab to open Windows Security window.

Step 3: Click Manage settings under the Virus & threat protection settings tab.

Step 4: Find the Real-time protection feature and then turn it off.

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Step 5: Reboot your computer and see whether the error still exists.

However, if disabling antivirus software doesn’t fix the error, then you need to try the following methods.

Method 3: Make Changes to the Drivers

Sometimes, problematic drivers can cause 0x800703f1 error. Although most drivers can work normally before you update your operating system, they may be damaged when you update Windows 10 in some way. Therefore, you can make some changes to the drivers to fix the error.

Roll Back the Drivers

The first step you should take is to roll back the drivers to their previous condition. Here is the tutorial:

Step 1: Press the Win key and the X key at the same time to choose Device Manager.

Step 2: Find the problematic drivers in the list then and right-click it to choose Properties.

Step 3: Go to the Driver tab and then choose Roll Back Driver. Click OK to perform the changes.

Step 4: Restart your computer and check if the error still persists.

Update the Drivers

If rolling back the drivers cannot solve the problem, then you can try to update the drivers. Here are the detailed steps:

Step 1: Open Device Manager and then right-click the problematic driver to choose Update driver.

Step 2: Choose Search automatically for updated driver software.

Step 3: Follow the instructions showing on the screen to finish updating the driver.

Step 4: Restart your computer and then check whether the error is fixed.

When you get the error code 0x800703f1, then maybe there are corrupted system files. Luckily, there are two powerful built-in tools you can use to fix the corrupted system files.

Run SFC Tool

The first tool you can use is System File Checker. As part of your system, you can fix the corrupted system files easily and efficiently.

Here is the way to run an SFC scan in Windows 10:

Step 1: Type cmd in the search box and then right-click the best match one to choose Run as administrator. Click Yes.

Step 2: Type sfc /scannow in the Command Prompt window and then press the Enter key.

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Step 3: Wait for the process to complete. Remember that you should never interrupt it.

Step 4: Restart your Windows and then check if the error still persists.

Run DISM Tool

If you haven’t fixed the 0x800703f1 error after the SFC scan, then you should try running the DISM (Development Image Servicing and Management) tool.

Here is the way to run DISM to fix the error:

Step 1: Open Command Prompt as administrator.

Step 2: Type DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth in the Command Prompt window, then press the Enter key.

Step 3: If the command above doesn’t work, then you can insert your installation USB or DVD to your computer and type DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:C:RepairSourceWindows /LimitAccess. Press the Enter key.

Step 4: After the scanning process has finished, restart your system and check whether the error is fixed.

Method 5: Restart Windows Update Components

You can meet the 0x800703f1 error when your Windows Update components have problems. Therefore, you can restart Windows Update components manually to fix the error.

Now follow the instructions below to restart Windows Update components:

Step 1: Open Command Prompt as an administrator.

Step 2: Type the following commands in the Command Prompt window:

net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
ren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.old
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver

Step 3: After finishing the steps above, reboot your Windows and check if the error is gone.

Method 6: Perform a Clean Installation of Windows 10

If none of the methods above can help you fix the 0x800703f1 error, then you’d better perform a clean installation of Windows 10.

But as you know, performing a clean installation of Windows 10 will lose installed software and some files, therefore, you should back up your important files to avoid losing data.

Back up Important Data Before Windows 10 Installation

So how to back up your files safely and quickly? Referring to this, it is recommended to use MiniTool ShadowMaker – a piece of powerful and professional backup and restore software.

This software allows you to back up files and folders, disks and partitions and even the system. Then you can restore them if there is something wrong with them or you need them.

And another important feature of MiniTool ShadowMaker is that you can sync files and folders to other locations.

Another reason why it is worth using is that you can use it for free for 30 days, so just download it and have a try.

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Now follow the detailed instructions to back up files using MiniTool ShadowMaker:

Step 1: Download and launch MiniTool ShadowMaker, then click Keep Trial.

Step 2: Choose Connect in This Computer to enter the main interface.

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Step 3: Go to the Backup page. Click Source and then choose Files and folder.

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Step 4: Select all the files and folders that you want to back up and then click OK.

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Step 5: Click Destination to select where you want to save the backup image and then click OK.

Step 6: After you have confirmed the backup source and destination, click Back up Now to begin to back up files and folders.

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Step 7: Wait for MiniTool ShadowMaker to complete backing up files and folders.

Reinstall Windows 10

After you have backed up all the important data, then it is time to reinstall Windows 10. Now read this post to get the detailed instructions of reinstalling Windows 10 – How to Reinstall Windows 10 without CD/USB Easily (3 Skills).

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Final Words

In this post, you can know why 0x800703f1 error occurs in the process of updating your operating system and you can find several feasible methods to solve the error. And you should back up your data regularly in case data loss.

If you have any better advice or have any confusion about the method, leave a comment or send us an email to [email protected].

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