Windows update: Installation error - this may be the result

Windows updates often cause problems and errors during installation. We'll show you the causes of this.

Disable automatic installation to detect update errors

Set the updates to download automatically but install them manually. Problems can often be eliminated in this way.

Go to the Control Panel and then "Windows Update".
Click on "Change Settings".
Change the option under "Important updates" to "Download updates but perform installation manually".
If from now on errors with updates occur, you can better narrow down the source.

Below we have briefly summarized other causes and options for you:

Switch off your antivirus program during the update process. Some updates are incorrectly considered a virus. Activate it again for the security of the PC!
We recommend that you create regular restore points using System Restore. So you are on the safe side in case something goes wrong.
Also check for updates on the Microsoft website. There are multiple problems with updates, especially under Windows 8.
Also check that the hard disk has enough space.
Did you agree to the license terms during the installation process? Check the error messages in the Windows Update and repeat an installation if necessary.
Make sure your PC is connected to the internet during the entire installation process.
Avoid installing driver software while installing updates. This can lead to complications under Windows 7.

If you don't know how to manually install Windows updates, read the next practice tip. There we will tell you exactly how to proceed.