Resolving Update Error 0x80070057 on Your Windows 11/10 Computer

Step 1: Rename the SoftwareDistribution Folder

This error might stem from folder corruption in Windows Update. Renaming these folders can help rectify the issue.

Follow these steps:

• Open the Start Menu, type services, then double-click the top result to access Services.
• Locate the Windows Update service, right-click, and select Stop.
• Navigate to the following directories to rename the specified folders:

C:/Windows –> SoftwareDistribution to sd.old

C:/Windows/system32 –> Catroot2 to catroot2.old

Once renamed, return to the Services window, right-click on Windows Update, and select Properties.

Ensure the Startup Type is set to Automatic and click on Start under Service Status.

Finish by clicking Apply, then OK, and restart your computer.

Step 2: Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

If problems persist, utilize the Windows Update Troubleshooter to identify and fix issues automatically.

• Press Win + I to open Settings, then go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
• Select Additional troubleshooters and click Run the troubleshooter under Windows Update.
• Follow the prompts to allow the tool to diagnose and apply fixes.

Once complete, restart your computer and check for the update again.

Step 3: Configure Windows Services to Run Automatically

Ensure essential services required for updates are set to run automatically.

• Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Execute the following commands:

SC config wuauserv start= auto SC config bits start= auto SC config cryptsvc start= auto SC config trustedinstaller start= auto

After running these commands, restart Windows and check for updates again.

Step 4: Use the System File Checker

Corrupted files can hinder updates. Run the System File Checker tool to resolve this.

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Enter the following command and hit Enter :

sfc /scannow

Allow the tool to complete its scan, which may take up to 20 minutes, then restart your PC.

Step 5: Modify Windows Registry

If the previous solutions did not work, you might need to adjust some Windows registry settings.

Important: Always back up your registry before making any changes.

• Open the Run dialog with Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
• Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX.
• Look for the key IsConvergedUpdateStackEnabled and set its value to 0.
• If the key does not exist, create a new DWORD (32-bit) Value named IsConvergedUpdateStackEnabled with a value of 0.

Also, set the value of UxOption under HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX\Settings to 0.

After making these changes, reboot your computer.

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