This article lists some fixes for Windows Update error 0x80070306. This error can occur due to several causes, such as corrupt Windows Update files, corrupt system image files, and corrupt .NET framework. If you cannot install Windows Update due to this error, use the fixes provided here.
Fix Windows Update error 0x80070306
Use the following solutions to fix the Windows Update error 0x80070306:
- Run Windows Update Troubleshooter
- Reset Windows Update Components
- Repair .NET Framework
- Disable and re-enable Microsoft .NET Framework
- Repair system image files
- Use the Media Creation Tool
- Use Microsoft Update Catalog
All these fixes are explained below in detail:
1] Run Windows Update Troubleshooter
This is the first step you should take to fix Windows Update errors.
Open Windows 11 Settings, go to System > Troubleshoot > Other Troubleshooters, and run the Windows Update Troubleshooter.
2] Reset Windows Update Components
The next thing that you can try is resetting the Windows Update Components. Sometimes, Windows Update Components are corrupted due to which Windows Update fails to install.
3] Repair .NET Framework
A corrupted .NET framework can also cause the Windows Update error 0x80070306. In such a case, you may receive the following error:
If you receive the above error, you can use Microsoft’s official .NET Framework Repair Tool.
4] Disable and re-enable Microsoft .NET Framework
You can also try disabling and re-enabling the .NET Framework on your system. To do this, follow the steps provided below:
- Click on Windows search and type turn Windows features on and off.
- Click on the best match in the search results.
- Uncheck all .NET Framework versions and click OK.
- Restart your system and open Windows Features again.
- Now, check all the .NET Framework checkboxes and click OK to reinstall them.
- Restart your system.
5] Repair system image files
Corrupt system image files can also cause Windows Updates to fail. Run the System File Checker and DISM tools to repair the corrupted system image files on your system. The scan will take time. After the scan is completed, restart your system and check if you can install the Windows Update.
6] Use the Media Creation Tool
If you encounter this error while installing the Cumulative Update for Windows 11 24H2, you can use the Media Creation Tool to install the latest Windows 11 Feature update.
7] Use Microsoft Update Catalog
You can also install Windows Update manually by downloading it from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
How to fix error code 0x80072EFE?
The main cause of the Windows Update error 0x80072EFE is an unstable internet connection. To fix Windows Update error 0x80072EFE, try another internet connection, run the Network troubleshooter, reset your Network, etc.
What is error 0x800703e6 on Windows Update?
Windows Update error 0x800703e6 occurs while installing the Cumulative Update. You can try running Windows Update Troubleshooter to fix this error, repair system image files, reset Windows Update Components, etc.
Read: This update can’t be downloaded and installed because it’s not yet ready for your device.
