How to fix error 0x8e5e03fb in Windows 10/11

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Error0x8e5e03fbis generally found in Windows Updates in the auto-update settings, which usually happens whenWindows crashes or freezes, or when you have startup, shutdown and installation problems.

Windows Updates are usually checked and installed automatically through the internal Windows Update service, and with it comes security patches, new driver, fixed bugs, and updates/upgrades.

Whenever you get Windows update errors, there are several reasons that bring it up such as firewall andInternet connection issues, file system corrupt and/or the Windows Update service is damaged. It can also be as a result of activation or a missing source file.

Some of the first troubleshooting steps you can take tofix error 0x8e5e03fbinclude ensuring date and time are correct, installing pending updates, disabling any security software temporarily and re-enabling after the issue is sorted out, placing the computer in clean boot and installing service pack 1, or running the Windows Update Troubleshooter.

FIX: Error 0x8e5e03fb in Windows 10

Solution 1: Enable .NET Framework 3.5

This .NET framework for Windows 10 must be separately enabled to run apps that depend on it.

Solution 2: Run an SFC scan

This will fix any file system corruptions it finds during the scan.

Solution 3: Run DISM RestoreHealth

RestoreHealth performs repair operation automatically, then records those to the log file. Perform both scans so as to resolve the issue.

Solution 4: Reset your PC

Performing a reset allows you to choose which files you want to keep, or remove, and then reinstalls Windows, so follow the steps below:

Note:all your personal files will be deleted and settings reset. Any apps you installed will be removed, and only pre-installed apps that came with your PC will be reinstalled. After reset, you can install updates cleanly without issues.

Solution 5: Reset Windows Updates components

Disclaimer:this solution contains steps that are part of modifying the registry. Please note that serious problems may occur if you do this incorrectly. Ensure you follow these steps correctly, and carefully. Back up the registry before you modify it, then restore it if a problem occurs.

Try running Windows Updates again to check if the error has gone.

Has any of these solutions helped? Let us know in the comments section below.

How to fix error 0x8e5e03fb in Windows 10/11#

FIX: Error 0x8e5e03fb in Windows 10#

Solution 1: Enable .NET Framework 3.5#

Solution 2: Run an SFC scan#

Solution 3: Run DISM RestoreHealth#

Solution 4: Reset your PC#

Solution 5: Reset Windows Updates components#