Windows Update: error code 80072ee2 - what to do?

If error 80072EE2 occurs during the Windows update, no connection to the update servers can be established. We'll show you how to solve the problem.

Windows Update: Fix error 80072EE2

• Your anti-virus program may classify the update function as a dangerous act. To do this, briefly deactivate your anti-virus program and try again. Remember to reactivate the program after the update is finished.
• If you have installed a second firewall, this may block the ports of the download server. Add the following three web pages as exceptions: //*.update.microsoft.com, //*.update.microsoft.com, //download.windowsupdate.com
• In some cases, there is unfortunately nothing you can do. If the Windows update servers are down, just waiting.

Troubleshooting: Fix error code 80072EE2

1. The "Windows Update Troubleshooter" searches for problems in Windows and tries to solve them.
2. Under this download you will find a link for troubleshooting. Open the download and click the "Next" button to start the search.
3. The examination is completed after one minute at the latest. Windows tries to fix the errors and informs you of the possible success.