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Windows Error 0x80070422 — Service Not Running

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Overview

Windows Update error 0x80070422 means the Windows Update service is not started or is disabled.

Key Details

  • ERROR_SERVICE_DISABLED — Windows Update service stopped
  • Can also affect BITS (Background Intelligent Transfer Service)
  • May be caused by optimization software disabling services
  • Updates cannot download or install without the service

Common Causes

  • Windows Update service set to Disabled
  • BITS service not running
  • Third-party optimization software disabled update services
  • Group Policy disabling automatic updates

Steps

  1. 1Open services.msc and set Windows Update to Automatic
  2. 2Ensure BITS service is set to Manual or Automatic
  3. 3Start both services and retry update
  4. 4Check for Group Policy restrictions on updates

Tags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Press Win+R, type services.msc, find Windows Update, set Startup Type to Automatic, click Start.