To know which update you need to download, go to SettingsUpdate & SecurityWindows Update, click ‘Check for updates’ or view update history to note down the Windows update version that is available for your system. It must be something like KB012345789# (see the screenshot below). Evergreen List of known fixes to the 0x800705b4 error code in Windows 10 updates.
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First, have you tried installing an update manually downloaded from MS directly? Does it work? Does it fail? That will eliminate the update and the server as the failure points which would point to WSUS.
Second, WSUS is on what server version ? 2016? 2012R2?
Third, download my script and run a -DirtyDatabaseCheck (if on 2012+ WSUS)
![What What](/uploads/1/2/4/9/124907163/745950860.png)
Have a peek at my Adamj Clean-WSUS script. It is the last WSUS Script you will ever need!
http://community.spiceworks.com/scripts/show/2998-adamj-clean-wsus
What it does:
1. Add WSUS Index Optimization to the database to increase the speed of many database operations in WSUS by approximately 1000-1500 times faster.
2. Remove all Drivers from the WSUS Database (Default; Optional).
3. Shrink your WSUSContent folder's size by declining multiple types of updates including by default any superseded updates, preview updates, expired updates, Itanium updates, and beta updates. Optional extras: Language Packs, IE7, IE8, IE9, IE10, Embedded, NonEnglishUpdates, ComputerUpdates32bit, WinXP.
4. Remove declined updates from the WSUS Database.
5. Clean out all the synchronization logs that have built up over time (configurable, with the default keeping the last 14 days of logs).
6. Compress Update Revisions.
7. Remove Obsolete Updates.
8. Computer Object Cleanup (configurable, with the default of deleting computer objects that have not synced within 30 days).
9. Application Pool Memory Configuration to display the current private memory limit and easily set it to any configurable amount including 0 for unlimited. This is a manual execution only.
10. Checks to see if you have a dirty database, and if you do, fixes it. This is primarily for Server 2012 WSUS, and is a manual execution only.
11. Run the Recommended SQL database Maintenance script on the actual SQL database.
12. Run the Server Cleanup Wizard.
It will email the report out to you or save it to a file, or both.
Although the script is lengthy, it has been made to be super easy to setup and use so don't over think it. There are some prerequisites and instructions at the top of the script. After installing the prerequisites and configuring the variables for your environment (email settings only if you are accepting all the defaults), simply run:
.Clean-WSUS.ps1 -FirstRun
If you wish to view or increase the Application Pool Memory Configuration, or run the Dirty Database Check, you must run it with the required switch. See Get-Help .Clean-WSUS.ps1 -Examples
If you're having trouble, there's also a -HelpMe option that will create a log so you can send it to me for support.
http://community.spiceworks.com/scripts/show/2998-adamj-clean-wsus
What it does:
1. Add WSUS Index Optimization to the database to increase the speed of many database operations in WSUS by approximately 1000-1500 times faster.
2. Remove all Drivers from the WSUS Database (Default; Optional).
3. Shrink your WSUSContent folder's size by declining multiple types of updates including by default any superseded updates, preview updates, expired updates, Itanium updates, and beta updates. Optional extras: Language Packs, IE7, IE8, IE9, IE10, Embedded, NonEnglishUpdates, ComputerUpdates32bit, WinXP.
4. Remove declined updates from the WSUS Database.
5. Clean out all the synchronization logs that have built up over time (configurable, with the default keeping the last 14 days of logs).
6. Compress Update Revisions.
7. Remove Obsolete Updates.
8. Computer Object Cleanup (configurable, with the default of deleting computer objects that have not synced within 30 days).
9. Application Pool Memory Configuration to display the current private memory limit and easily set it to any configurable amount including 0 for unlimited. This is a manual execution only.
10. Checks to see if you have a dirty database, and if you do, fixes it. This is primarily for Server 2012 WSUS, and is a manual execution only.
11. Run the Recommended SQL database Maintenance script on the actual SQL database.
12. Run the Server Cleanup Wizard.
It will email the report out to you or save it to a file, or both.
Although the script is lengthy, it has been made to be super easy to setup and use so don't over think it. There are some prerequisites and instructions at the top of the script. After installing the prerequisites and configuring the variables for your environment (email settings only if you are accepting all the defaults), simply run:
.Clean-WSUS.ps1 -FirstRun
If you wish to view or increase the Application Pool Memory Configuration, or run the Dirty Database Check, you must run it with the required switch. See Get-Help .Clean-WSUS.ps1 -Examples
If you're having trouble, there's also a -HelpMe option that will create a log so you can send it to me for support.
Windows updates are essential for the system to prevent problems and errors. They bring new features, refinements, bug fixes, and security patches that safeguard against various threats and vulnerabilities. However, Windows users while installing the updates often experience error 0x800705b4 –sometimes referred to as Windows update error 0x800705b4.
The error 0x800705b4 is a hexadecimal data format appears in Windows system when the system is infected with virus or malware, damaged Windows system files, corrupt Windows updates, or due to registry errors. Further, the error 0x800705b4 may also appear when there are issues with the Windows Defender software, as it starts crashing due to error 0x800705b4.
Whatever may be the reason, outcomes of error 0x800705b4 can be disastrous for the system and the data.
Thus, it’s critical to take immediate and appropriate actions to resolve the error 0x800705b4. This blog post presents detailed and stepwise solutions to help you quickly fix the 0x800705b4 error, without any data loss.
Before You Begin
The error code 0x800705b4 may cause data loss if updates aren’t installed in the first attempt. Sometimes, data loss may also occur after installing the Windows updates. Thus, before you follow the steps to fix 0x800705b4 error, make sure your important files and folders are intact.
If you are not able to find certain files in your profile folders – such as Desktop, Documents, Pictures, Music, and Videos – immediately install a data recovery software like Stellar Data Recovery Professional for Windows and recover the lost files. The software does an effortless recovery in any data loss situation.
Watch the video below to see how easily you can recover your lost data from any storage device
[Caution]:This is crucial as following the steps mentioned below may overwrite the lost and deleted data missing due to Windows update error 0x800705b4. Overwriting can result in severe file corruption and permanent data loss. That means you can’t get back the lost and deleted files once overwritten.
You have been warned!
Steps To Fix Error 0x800705b4
Steps 1: Run an Anti-virus/Malware Scan
You may use the Windows Defender program that comes with Windows 10. Open Windows Defender and run a full system scan. Make sure Windows Defender is updated with recent virus/malware definitions before running the system scan.
The tool will find and quarantine any malware or virus detected on the system. Alternatively, you can use any other third party anti-virus tool to check your system.
After the scan, if nothing is found, head to the next steps to fix 0x800705b4 error.
PLEASE NOTE: In case the error 0x800705b4 appears as you try to run Windows Defender, head to the section below where we discuss the steps to fix 0x800705b4 error caused by Windows Defender issues.
Step 2: Run Windows Updates Troubleshooter
Start with Windows Troubleshooter as it can fix most issues related to Windows updates including error 0x800705b4.
So to fix 0x800705b4 error, follow these steps:
- Click ‘Windows’ button and click ‘Settings’.
- Go to ‘Update & Security>Troubleshoot’.
- Click on ‘Windows Update’ under ‘Get up and running’ and then click the ‘Run the troubleshooter’ button.
- The Windows Update troubleshooter starts troubleshooting for Windows update issues. Wait for it to complete.
- If the troubleshooter finds any issue, it will list the problem with the appropriate solution. You must apply the solution by clicking ‘Apply this fix’.
- Wait for a while until troubleshooter applies the fix to remove the 0x800705b4 error. Once it is done, it may try to find other issues. Once it finishes, close the Windows update troubleshooter, reboot the PC, and finally, try to reinstall the updates.
In case the error 0x800705b4 persists, proceed to the next step to fix Windows update error 0x800705b4.
Step 3. Run SFC scan
SFC or System File Checker is a Windows utility that scans and repairs damaged or corrupt system files. You can run SFC scan via command prompt.
- Press Windows+S and type cmd.
- Right click on Command Prompt and choose ‘Run as administrator’.
- Then type command SFC /
scannow and press the ‘Enter’ key. - After the scan & repair is complete, reboot the system.
If no issues are found, it means system files are OK, and you should head to the next steps.
Step 4: Delete Software Distribution Folder
- Press ‘Windows+S’ and type cmd.
- Right click on Command Prompt and choose ‘Run as administrator.’ This opens the command prompt window.
Then type each command (one at a time followed by the ‘Enter’ key press) to stop Windows update services:
- net stop
wuauserv - net stop bits
- net stop
cryptSvc - net stop
msiserver
Go to C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution and rename the SoftwareDistribution folder as SoftwareDistribution.old
Similarly, rename C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 to Catroot2.old
Then restart the system. The services we stopped will automatically start after reboot. Alternatively, you can manually restart these services without restarting the system and resume Windows updates installation.
- net start wuauserv
- net start bits
- net start cryptSvc
- net start msiserver
Then download and re-install the Windows update. In case the error persists, install updates manually (explained in #Step 6).
Step 5: Disable updates for other Microsoft products
Windows updates also bring updates for other Microsoft products, which may possibly prevent the system from downloading the Windows updates. To fix this, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings>Update & Security>Windows Update.
- Click ‘Advanced options’.
- Turn Off ‘Give me updates for other Microsoft products when I update Windows’ toggle switch.
- Reboot your system and try downloading the Windows updates.
NOTE: This way, you may get Windows updates installed without experiencing 0x800705b4 error. However, you will have to run the update multiple times to install all updates. Eventually, you need to turn on the toggle switch (that you had disabled) to get updates for other Microsoft products also.
Step 6: Uninstall the Problematic Updates
Windows 10 Update Fails 0x800705b4
If the Windows update installed is corrupt or damaged, it can cause error 0x800705b4 while installing newer Windows updates. To resolve this, you must follow the steps below and uninstall the recent problematic updates from your Windows PC.
- Head to Control PanelProgramsPrograms and Features and click ‘View installed updates’ link in the left pane.
- Right-click on the recently installed update and choose ‘Uninstall’.
- Grant admin privileges and then click the ‘Uninstall’ button.
- Finally, restart the system and then try re-installing the Windows updates. You may also download and install the Windows updates manually (explained in the next step) if the problem arises again.
Step 7: Download and Install Windows Updates Manually
Head to the Windows Updates Catalogue and download the latest Windows updates that you want to install. It’s a vast catalogue of Windows cumulative updates and significant updates that you can install manually just like any other program.
- To know which update you need to download, go to Settings>Update & Security>Windows Update, click ‘Check for updates’ or view update history to note down the Windows update version that is available for your system. It must be something like KB012345789# (see the screenshot below).
- Go to Windows Updates Catalog page.
- In the search bar at top right, type the update version code and click ‘Search’.
- Click the ‘Download’ button. A new pop up window appears.
- Click the link to begin the download and then install the downloaded update just like any other software.
- Finally, reboot the system
Steps to Resolve Error 0x800705b4 due to Windows Defender
Step 1: Uninstall Third-Party Antivirus or Firewall
In case you are experiencing the error 0x800705b4 while trying to run Windows Defender, uninstall any other third-party antivirus or firewall app. Follow the steps to locate such program installations quickly:
Update Error Code 0x800705b4 Windows 10
1. Press ‘Windows+S’ and type uninstall.
2. Click ‘Add or remove programs’ from the results.
3. Now scroll and scan through the installed programs to find any third party antivirus or firewall software.
You can sort the list by ‘Install date’ to find it quickly.
You can sort the list by ‘Install date’ to find it quickly.
Windows Update Error Code 800b0100
4. Once located, click on it and then click the ‘Uninstall’ button.
5. Follow the uninstall wizard and then uninstall other instances of third party firewall or antivirus software, if found.
6. Then restart the system.
This most probably fixes the error 0x800705b4 caused due to Windows Defender issues.
Step 2: Alter Registry Files to Enable Windows Defender
- Press the ‘Windows+R’ and type
regedit - Click ‘OK’ to open Registry Editor
- Navigate to Windows Defender by expanding registry folders as follow: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesMicrosoftWindows Defender
- Right-click DisableAntiSpyware and then choose ‘Modify’. If the DisableAntiSpyware registry doesn’t exist, follow the sub-steps to create one:
Windows Update Failed 0x800705b4
1. In the right-pane (blank space) right-click and choose New>Dword (32-bit) value.
2. Enter DisableAntiSpyware.
- Double click DisableAntiSpyware registry key and enter ‘0’ value.
- Click ‘OK’ and restart your computer.
Windows Defender should run normal afterwards, and the error 0x800705b4 should stop appearing while using it.
Error 0x800705b4 Not Fixed?
If nothing works and the error persists, backup your data and install fresh Windows. That’s the only way to get rid of error 0x800705b4.
How to Prevent Error 0x800705b4
Conclusion
Before installing any major Windows update always backup your critical data. Windows updates may sometimes cause mayhem. A recent Windows 1809 October 2018 update is an example that resulted in the loss of files from user profile folders, particularly ‘Documents’ across the globe.
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However, errors such as 0x800705b4 can be fixed with the appropriate tools and options provided within the Windows environment. We have discussed all possible fixes to fix 0x800705b4 error in detail and tip to deal with the outcomes of the error 0x800705b4.
Windows Update Error Code 800f020b
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