Windows 10: update error 0x80242fff - you can do that
Error 0x80242fff often occurs when updating in Windows 10. In this practical tip, we will tell you exactly what this means and how you can fix it.
Windows 10: update error 0x80242fff - you can do that
- Download and run the Windows Update Troubleshooter here. Follow the instructions.
- Other programs in the background may be causing this error. Therefore, close all programs if you are looking for updates. This also applies to your firewall and the antivirus. They may be responsible for this error.
- In most cases, it can help if you remove your LAN cable from the PC and turn off WiFi. Then open the command prompt as administrator with [Ctrl] + [X].
Next steps: Fix Windows 10 error 0x80242fff
Enter the following commands there:
- net stop wuauserv
- net stop cryptSvc
- net stop bits
- net stop msiserver
- ren C: \ Windows \ SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
- ren C: \ Windows \ System32 \ catroot2 catroot2.old
- net start wuauserv
- net start cryptSvc
- net start bits
- net start msiserver
- exit
Windows 10: Check troubleshooting
You can then reconnect to the internet and try again.
- You should also make sure that the update service is working. Right click on the taskbar and select "Task Manager". In the "Services" tab, search for "wuauserv" and ensure that this service is started or executed.
- If this is not the case, right-click on it and select "Start". Now the error should no longer occur.
You can find out what you can do if the updates are slow on Windows 10 in the next practical tip.