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Error 0x800705b4 in Windows Update [SOLVED]
Try resetting Windows Update components
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The Windows Update feature is quite advanced; however, occasionally, some errors may crop up. The 0x800705b4 error is one such example.
The full message reads:There were some problems installing updates, but we’ll try again later. If you keep seeing this and want to search the web or contact support for information, this may help: (0x800705b4).
0x800705b4 can be quite problematic since it will prevent your system from updating. Nevertheless, every issue has a solution, and we’ll try and resolve it for you today.
What does error code 0x800705b4 mean?
This 0x800705b4 error appears in Windows systems and affects Window’s ability to perform updates. A few elements trigger it, and on the top of this list, we have the following:
Regardless of the cause, you should be able to resolve the error using one of the solutions we shall cover.
How can I fix the error 0x800705b4?
1. Reset Windows Update components
2. Perform SFC and DISM scans
If SFC scan didn’t fix the problem, or if you couldn’t run the SFC scan, you might be able to solve the problem by running a DISM scan.
According to users, sometimes issues with file corruption can cause error 0x800705b4 to appear. File corruption can occur for various reasons, but you might be able to fix the problem simply by performing an SFC scan.
Once the scan is finished, check if the issue is resolved. If you could not run an SFC scan before, or if the problem persists, try running the SFC scan once again and check if that helps.
3. Check and disable your antivirus software
According to users, sometimes update error 0x800705b4 can appear due to your antivirus software. Having a good antivirus is important, but sometimes your antivirus can interfere with your system and cause this error to appear.
You can try disabling certain antivirus features to fix the problem and check if that helps. If the issue is still there, you might want to try disabling your antivirus completely.
In the worst-case scenario, you might have to uninstall your antivirus to solve this problem completely. Many users reported thatMcAfeeFirewallcaused this issue, so if you’re using it, be sure to disable it or delete it.
Even if you remove your antivirus, there’s no need to worry about your safety since Windows 10 comes with Windows Defender, which acts as a default antivirus.
If removing the antivirus solves the problem, it might be a good idea to consider switching to a different tool. You can find severalWindows 10-compatible antivirus softwarethat won’t interfere with your system.
4. Make sure that the Windows Defender service is running
To download updates, certain services need to be running on your PC. Regarding services, users reported that update error 0x800705b4 could occur if Windows Defender service isn’t running, so be sure to enable it.
5. Change Windows Update settings
According to users, sometimes this update error 0x800705b4 can occur due to your settings. Once your PC restarts, try downloading updates again and check if the problem is still there.
6. Perform chkdsk scan
According to users, file corruption is a common cause for update error 0x800705b4. If your files are corrupted, that can cause this and other errors to occur.
However, you can try to fix the issue with file corruption simply by performing achkdskscan. Now chkdsk scan will start once you restart your PC. When the scan is finished, check if the problem is still there.
Where else can the error 0x800705b4 be seen?
Speaking of errors, users reported sights of this stop code in various scenarios. Let’s check them out.
That is as far as we will go with this article. The presented solutions will work for 0x800705b4 SCCM, 0x800705b4 Minecraft, and 0x800705b4 Windows 10 and 11 errors.
These were our workarounds for this issue. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to tell us in the comments.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
