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I am not able to install Windows 10 update because of the error code 0x800705b4 Windows 10. Worried now as the issue can't be fixed. How to solve this error code?
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This error is usually caused by a corrupted Windows Update Component. To fix it, you can try the following steps:

1. Open the Start menu, type in “cmd”, then right click on “Command Prompt” and select “Run as administrator”.

2. In the Command Prompt window, type in the following commands and hit Enter after each one:

• net stop wuauserv

• net stop cryptSvc

• net stop bits

• net stop msiserver

3. After running the commands, type in the following command and hit Enter:

• ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old

4. After that, type in the following commands and hit Enter after each one:

• net start wuauserv

• net start cryptSvc

• net start bits

• net start msiserver

5. Finally, restart your PC and check if the 0x800705b4 error is fixed.

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The error code which you have provided is related to Windows defender.Have you updated all drivers?

Let’s follow these steps which should fix the issue.

Solution:

Method 1:

If you have any third party antivirus software and firewall disable them temporarily and make sure that the Windows Firewall is turned on. Then check if the issue reappears.

Method 2:

1. Press Windows + R and type in services.msc then press Enter.

2. In services window, locate Windows Defender service in the services list.
3. Verify that the Status is Started. If the Status column is blank,
right click on the service and select Start.
4 If you get error trying to force start the Windows Defender service, try to change the Startup Type toAutomatic, and then restart the computer.

5. Next you can download an Windows updates and check the issue.

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According yo me

1=Press Windows + R and type in services.msc then press Enter.

2. In services window, locate Windows Defender service in the services list. 

3. Verify that the Status is Started. If the Status column is blank, 

right click on the service and select Start. 

4 If you get error trying to force start the Windows Defender service, try to change the Startup Type toAutomatic, and then restart the computer.
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Steps to fix error 0x800705b4

Step 2: Run the Windows Updates troubleshooter. ...

Run an SFC scan. ...

Step 4: Delete the software distribution folder. ...

Step 5: Disable updates for other Microsoft products. ...

Step 6: Uninstall the problematic updates. ...

Step 7: Download and install Windows updates manually.
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The error code 0x800705b4 in Windows 10 update can be fixed by trying the following solutions: Restarting the Windows Update Service Running the Windows Update Troubleshooter Clearing the SoftwareDistribution folder Disabling any third-party antivirus software temporarily Checking for any pending updates on the system Performing a System File Checker (SFC) scan. If the issue persists, it's recommended to seek assistance from a technical expert.

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If you're experiencing issues with Windows 10 updates, you can try the following steps to diagnose and potentially resolve update problems:

1. **Check Your Internet Connection**:

   - Ensure that you have a stable and active internet connection. Some update problems can be caused by a poor or interrupted internet connection.

2. **Restart Your Computer**:

   - Sometimes, simply restarting your computer can resolve update-related issues.

3. **Run Windows Update Troubleshooter**:

   - Windows includes a built-in tool to troubleshoot update problems. You can find it by going to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Troubleshoot." Look for "Windows Update" and run the troubleshooter.

4. **Clear the Windows Update Cache**:

   - Sometimes, clearing the Windows Update cache can help resolve issues. To do this, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following commands one by one:

   ```

   net stop wuauserv

   net stop cryptSvc

   net stop bits

   net stop msiserver

   ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old

   ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old

   net start wuauserv

   net start cryptSvc

   net start bits

   net start msiserver

   ```

5. **Free Up Disk Space**:

   - Make sure your computer has enough free disk space for the update. Windows updates often require additional space. You can free up space by deleting unnecessary files and applications.

6. **Check for Pending Updates**:

   - Sometimes, an update can get stuck if there are other updates pending. Go to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Windows Update" and click "Check for updates" to see if there are any other updates in the queue.

7. **Pause Updates**:

   - You can temporarily pause updates by going to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Windows Update" and clicking on "Pause updates for 7 days." This can sometimes help if you're encountering issues with a specific update.

8. **Update Manually**:

   - If a particular update is causing problems, you can try downloading and installing it manually from the official Microsoft Update Catalog website.

9. **Reset Windows Update Components**:

   - In some cases, resetting Windows Update components can resolve update issues. You can use the "Reset Windows Update Components" script provided by Microsoft. Instructions can be found on the official Microsoft support website.

10. **Perform a Repair or In-Place Upgrade**:

    - If all else fails, you can consider performing a repair or in-place upgrade of Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool. This can help fix system files and resolve update problems. Make sure to back up your important data before attempting this.

11. **Contact Microsoft Support**:

    - If none of the above steps work, and you're still experiencing update problems, consider contacting Microsoft Support for further assistance.

Remember that Windows update issues can have various causes, and the appropriate solution may vary based on the specific problem. Always be cautious and back up your important data before attempting significant system changes or repairs.
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