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Install Error - 0x80070103: How to Fix This Update Issue

Corrupt system files can cause the error 0x80070103

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Updating the Windows operating system helps it fix bugs in the previous version that affects its performance. However, many users report the error 0x80070103 in Windows Update.

Read on to find out how to fix this issue and get back to downloading your updates without issues.

Why do I get the Windows Update failed 0x80070103 error message?

The Windows update error 0x80070103 mostly happens when you try to run an already installeddriver updatewith a Windows update. It indicates that an existing driver update on your computer is trying to install alongside Windows updates.

Furthermore, other factors can prompt the error 0x80070103 on your PC. Some are:

The causes of Windows update error 0x80070103 on your PC may differ from other users. Nonetheless, you can fix the error by troubleshooting your PC.

How do I fix the install error – 0x80070103?

Before proceeding with any troubleshooting steps for the error, try the following preliminary checks:

In case the error appears, proceed with the following solutions:

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

Running the troubleshooter will detect and repair issues causing theWindows update not workingon your PC.

Check other ways torun the Windows Update troubleshooter in Windows 10/11if you have issues with the steps above.

2. Restart the Windows Update process

Restarting theWindows Update servicecan fix issues and corrupt files affecting its processes.

3. Hide updates from reinstalling

The above process will prevent Windows from reinstalling driver updates already on your system and should fix the 0x80070103 error code in Windows Update.

4. Delete the Windows temporary files

Deleting Windows temp fileswill clear up corrupt files that may affect your Windows update and fix the error.

5. Update device drivers manually

Manual updates will help you update single drivers in isolation without including the rest. Otherwise, you can always use an alternative tool such asOutbyte Driver Updater, which helps you automatically update specific drivers and the whole drivers’ environment.

Some of our readers stumbled upon the Conexant Media installation error 0x80070103. It is an update error connected to the audio driver, mostly from HP laptops. In this case, make sure you get the correct driver from the manufacturer.

We also have a complete guide on how toupdate Windows when you have a Conexant audio driver.

Alternatively, read more aboutfixing Windows Update Service registration missing or corrupton your PC.

Likewise, you can check how todelete the Software Distribution folderon your PC in case renaming it doesn’t work.

Also,Windows update error 0x800f0988is another error users complain about, which you can read about.

For further questions or suggestions regarding the error 0x80070103 in Windows Update, kindly drop them in the comments below.

Install Error - 0x80070103: How to Fix This Update Issue#

Why do I get the Windows Update failed 0x80070103 error message?#

How do I fix the install error – 0x80070103?#

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter#

2. Restart the Windows Update process#

3. Hide updates from reinstalling#

4. Delete the Windows temporary files#

5. Update device drivers manually#