Jan 15, 2024 • Filed to: Windows Computer Solutions • Proven solutions
Windows Updates are regularly released by Microsoft to protect PCs from security breaches and malware attacks, and also to improve ease-of-use and functionality. Sometimes, errors are encountered when trying to update. In this article, we show you 5 ways on how you can fix the Windows Update error 0x80070422 if you’re running Windows 10.
Windows Update error 0x80070422 as implied is an error that arises when you update your Windows OS. It usually appears when you’re attempting to download and install Windows updates using the Windows Update service which you will find under Control Panel.
If you want to benefit from the features of the new updates, here are 5 ways you can solve Windows Update Error 0x80070422 in Windows 10.
As mentioned earlier, the error is due to an error in Windows updates. Thus, we should check if Windows Update service on your PC is actually at work.
1. Go to Control Panel by looking for it in the Search bar or at the Start menu. Go to Administrative Tools.
2. Look for and open Services.
3. The Services window will open. Look for Windows Update under services and double-click on it.
4. The properties drop-down menu will pop-up, look for Startup Type, and select Automatic.
5. On Service status, set it to Running by clicking the Start button.
6. Select OK to apply changes. Then, reboot your PC.
Internet Protocol version 6 or IPv6 is the most current edition of IP in computers. It’s a way to identify and locate computers connected to the Internet. You may be familiar with the system as IP addresses which is essentially your device’s address on the internet. Most users have recommended disabling IPv6 to resolve the Windows error. Follow the instructions below:
1. Go to Control Panel by looking for it in the Search bar or at the Start menu. Go to Network and Sharing Center.
2. Look for your connection type. Right-click on it and select Properties.
3. A list will pop up. Look for Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) and unmark the box next to it.
4. Select OK and reboot your PC to check if the problem persists.
You may also disable IPv6 using Registry Editor.
1. In the Search bar, type in Regedit to open Registry Editor.
2. Go to this path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesTCPIP6Parameters
3. Right-click on the Parameters folder on the left-side menu. Select New, then choose DWORD (32-bit) Value.
4. Look for DisabledComponents by typing it in the name field and right-click on it. Click on Modify.
5. A DWORD (32-bit) Value window will pop up and ask for the value data. Enter ffffffff (that is 8 f’s) as the value data. Select OK.
6. Exit Registry Editor. Reboot your PC.
7. If you choose to turn on IPv6, follow the same instructions as Step 2 and change DisabledComponents to 0. You may also do this by simply deleting the DisabledComponents key.
1. In the Start menu, type in Regedit and press Enter to open Registry Editor.
2. Go to the path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\ CurrentVersion\Windows Update\Auto Update
3. Ensure that the value for EnableFeaturedSoftware Data is set to 1.
4. The path to reach the Auto Update file would differ among various Windows 10 versions but the path above will help you locate it.
Network List Services allows you to determine which networks your computer is currently and has previously connected to. It’s simply a record of all the wi-fi or ethernet connections you’ve used with your PC. The list also contains information about these networks. Many users have reported that restarting this list was effecting in solving the issue of Windows Update error 0x80070422, so it’s worth trying. Simply turning it off and then back on again will do this process. Here is a step-by-step guide:
1. Launch Run tool by pressing on the Start menu and typing in the run. Double-click on Run.
2. Type in services.msc then select Windows Services.
3. Look for Network List Service in the list that will appear. Right-click on the item and choose Restart. You may also click Stop before choosing Restart.
4. You may restart your PC to check if the problem has been resolved.
One of the best ways to resolve any system errors is to troubleshoot. Thankfully, Windows 10 has a built-in tool that allows you to do this. The troubleshooter solves any system issues regarding your Windows update. If after performing the previous steps you’re still unable to resolve the issue, you may proceed in using Window’s Update Troubleshooter.
1. In the Start menu, look for Update & Security and select Troubleshoot.
2. Select Windows Update and then under Troubleshoot, click on Run the troubleshooter button.
Windows Update error 0x80070422 simply doesn’t state anything helpful to the average PC user who would encounter it. Thankfully, there are many ways to fix this error and most of the solutions are easy to perform.
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