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Error code 0x8007000d installing Windows 10/11 from USB
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The error code 0x8007000d is usually triggered when the user tries to install Windows 10 update. Several users have reported the error has occurred when installing Windows 10 from a bootable USB drive.
The error code 0x8007000d meansWindowsis unable to find an essential file in the installation package. Corrupted system files and broken Windows update components are a few reasons why you may see this error.
That said, Microsoft does offer a built-in troubleshooter to fix issues with Windows update and system files. We have included a few additional troubleshooting tips in this article to help you resolve this error.
How do I fix the error code 0x8007000d on Windows 10?
1. Uninstall Mixed Reality Portal app
The Mixed Reality Portal app, for some reason, seems to be preventing other Windows updates from installing. Uninstall the app and then attempt to install a pending update to fix the error code 0x8007000d.
2. Create a new bootable USB flash drive
If you have encountered an error similar to G:/Sources/install.wim (error code : 0x8007000d, it could be due to corrupt installation media. In this case, you would have to create a newWindows 10 bootable flash drive.
Make sure to reformat your USB drive before creating a bootable flash drive. Also, download the fresh Windows 10 ISO file from the Microsoft website or using the Media Creation Tool to eliminate any chances of corruption duringWindowsinstallation.
Irrespective of whether you are using a bootable DVD or USB drive, a corrupted ISO file can result in an error during a clean install. Make sure to check your storage drive for issues before mounting the ISO file.
3. Run Windows update troubleshooter
Windows Update Troubleshooter is a built-in utility that scans your system for issues that may cause error code 0x8007000d.
4. Reset Windows Update components
If you’re looking for a faster method, consider usingWindows Update reset script.
5. Run Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM)
Try performing a system upgrade and check if the error code 0x8007000d is resolved. If the error code still persists, try performing a system upgrade using the Media creation tool.
6. Upgrade using Media Creation tool
Media Creation Tool upgrade option allows you to install the latest Windows OS version without removing your personal files and apps. Make sure to create a backup, to be on the safer side.
The error code 0x8007000d usually occurs when the user tries to upgrade or clean install Windows 10 using aUSBdevice. Follow the steps in the article totroubleshootand fix this error.
As a last resort, try upgrading using the Media Creation Tool to updateWindowswithout error. Do let us know what method worked for you in the comments.
More about the topics:Windows Installation errors,windows updates
Tashreef Shareef
Tashreef Shareef is a software developer turned tech writer. He discovered his interest in technology after reading a tech magazine accidentally. Now he writes about everything tech from Windows to iOS and streaming services to IoT at WindowsReport.
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