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0x80070008: How to Fix This Windows Update Error
Error 0x80070008 is usually caused by lack of memory or disk space
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The Windows Update error 0x80070008 occurs when the OS fails to update and it’s usually accompanied by the message:ERROR_NOT_ENOUGH_MEMORY, The system is out of memory. Let’s see why is this happening and how to fix the Windows Update error 0x80070008.
Why do I get the 0x80070008 error when updating Windows?
There are many reasons why the 0x80070008 error occurs but we will mention the most important:
Now that we know what we’re up against, let’s fix this problem by using the solutions below.
How do I fix the 0x80070008 Windows Update error?
Before going to more complex troubleshooting, let’s perform some preliminary actions that might solve the problem quicker:
If none of these actions fixed the issue, start applying the solutions below to fix the 0x80070008 error.
1. Empty the SoftwareDistribution and catroot2 folders
2. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
3. Download the update manually
4. Disable the firewall temporarily
Antiviruses may block the Windows Update download, so it’s recommended to turn off the firewall temporarily.
Also, if you’re using a third-party antivirus, you should use its settings to turn off its protection. If that was the problem, you should consider upgrading to abetter antivirusthat won’t interfere with your system and apps.
5. Run an SFC scan
These are the best solutions to fix the Windows Update error 0x80070008 on Windows. You should also know that all the solutions above can be applied on Windows 11 and 10.
You should also look at our guide onhow to install Windows updates in Safe Modebecause that can also be a good solution.
If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to address them in the comments section below.
Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
