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Error 0x80200001 in Windows 10 Update Assistant [Fix]
Run the built-in troubleshooter to fix this error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Updating your Windows 10 computer should be a smooth task. However, this is not always the case, and sometimes you might get a Windows Update error0x80200001.
While sometimes you can fix issues withWindows Update Troubleshooter, sometimes you need to use other methods. Fixing these issues is crucial since your system will remain vulnerable and miss out on new features.
So, in today’s guide, let’s take a closer look and see how we can fix this error message.
What does error 0x80200001 mean?
How do I fix error 0x80200001?
1. Disable third-party antivirus software
Keep in mind that this should only be used as a temporary solution, so make sure to turn your antivirus back on as soon as you’re finished.
2. Run the Update Troubleshooter
3. Run the SFC scan
Sometimes you might experience problems with this method, and ifSFC scannow is not working, we have a special guide that can help you fix it.
4. Run DISM
5. Reset Windows Update components
If you don’t want to run all of these commands manually, you can always use aWindows Update reset script.
6. Make sure Windows Update service is running
7. Change the DNS settings
We hope the above solutions helped you fix the update error 80200001. This can be a serious error, and it can causeWindows Update to not workproperly, but luckily, you managed to fix it.
If you’ve come across other solutions to fix this update problem, list the troubleshooting steps in the comment section below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
