← Back to DatabaseHow to Fix Error 0x8024402c
Topic: Windows 11 Update Errors | Status: Updated
What is this error?
Error 0x8024402c is a common issue that occurs during Windows Update, indicating that your system is unable to connect to the update server. This can be caused by network connectivity problems, Windows Update service issues, or firewall settings that block access to the update servers.
How to Fix It
- Check Internet Connection: Ensure your device is connected to the internet. Try opening a webpage to verify connectivity.
- Run Windows Update Troubleshooter: Go to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters. Find the Windows Update troubleshooter and click Run to detect and resolve issues.
- Reset Windows Update Components: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following commands, pressing Enter after each:
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver
- Check Windows Services: Ensure that the Windows Update service is running. Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter. Locate Windows Update, right-click, and choose Start if it's not running.
- Adjust Firewall Settings: Temporarily disable your firewall to see if it resolves the issue. If it does, create an exception for Windows Update in your firewall settings.
- Update Network Drivers: Go to Device Manager, expand the Network adapters section, right-click your network device, and select Update driver.
- Check Proxy Settings: Open Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy. Ensure that no proxy server is enabled unless required for your network.
Disclaimer: This is an educational guide. We are not responsible for data loss. Always backup your system.
