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How to fix The server stumbled 0x80072EFD error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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TheMicrosoft Storeis where you discover exciting newappsor games. That also happens to be the only legitimate place to source yourappsfor the Windows 10 platform.
However, so much for the importance of the Store, oftentimes, you might end up viewing the messageThe server stumbledmessage after clicking on theMicrosoft Storeicon, with error code0X80072EFDshown for further reference.
Frustrating that sure is but fret not, here are some possible workarounds.
How can I fix The server stumbled error?
1. Turn Off Manual Proxy Setting
TheManual proxy settingturned on has often been linked toThe server stumblederror. Here is what you need to do to turn it off.
Close theSettingsappand try launching Microsoft Store. It should work fine now. If not, read on for other possible tricks.
2. Check the Automatic Time Option
Making changes to yourtime and date settingscan also help solve the problem. It is not that a wrong date or time is causing the issue but changing the same has often been found to fix the error. Here is how you can do it.
3. Set Services Startup time to automatic
There might be a few changes needed here to make theStoreaccessible again. Here are the steps.
Similarly, locate Com+ Event System.
Next, locate the Remote procedure call and see if its Startup type is also set to automatic. If yes, move on or else, make suitable changes. The procedure is the same as mentioned above.
Locate Windows update and see the Startup type is set to anything but disabled. Other options include automatic and manual.
Click/tap on Apply and then on the Start button to let it run.
4. Check the Network Settings
You will need to make some changes in the network and internet settings in theControl Panelas well. Here are the steps.
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5. Enable automatic settings detection
There are a few other changes left to be made in theControl Panel. Here they are.
See if the Store launches. It should, now.
6. Tweak the Registry
If you continue to face the issue, it is time we moved on to the next fix. It is a bit advanced but you can still pull it off if you follow the instructions carefully.
So, these are all that you need to do to get MicrosoftStoreto be up and running. Let us know which of the above solutions worked for you.
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Ivan Jenic
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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 has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
