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Are you getting Windows Update Error Code error 0x8024a112? Read on! This post will address this problem.
Sometimes, after running Windows update, the system refuses to restart resulting in the error 0x8024a112 which usually displays with the text:
We’re having trouble restarting to finish the install. Try again in a little while. If you keep seeing this, try searching the web or contacting support for help. This error code might help: (0x8024a112).
However, this error is due to factors such as terminated service, corrupted system file or incomplete update which requires restart.
Hence, Windows Report has compiled the following solutions applicable in solving the error problem.
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Steps to fix Windows 10 error 0x8024a112
Solution 1: Manually restart your PC
Windows users reported that they were able to solve the Windows 10 error 0x8024a112 problem simply by restarting their PC.
This method is a quick fix which can clear up the error and make it possible for you to access clear the error message.
However, if you still get the error after restarting your PC, you may proceed to the next step.
Solution 2: Temporarily turn off firewalls and any antivirus or malware prevention software
Sometimes multiple firewall, antivirus or malware programs, may at times prevent you from performing certain tasks or run processes on your computer most especially Windows update.
If this is the cause of the issue, turn either of the three off temporarily, and then attempt to log in again.
In addition, make sure you enable these programs after fixing the error so as to ensure your system is secure.
If you still cannot fix Windows 10 error 0x8024a112after disabling and re-enabling your security software, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Run Windows Update troubleshooter
Windows Update troubleshooter is Windows 10’ built-in program which automatically detects, and fixes most incorrect settings on your PC resulting in Windows Update failure.
Here’s how to run the troubleshooter:
If you still cannot fix error 0x8024a112 after running Windows Update troubleshooter, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Run System Restore in safe mode
Safe mode is a diagnostics mode in Windows which starts your PC with only basic files and drivers running.
However, you can perform system restore in safe mode to revert back to a certain restore point on your system devoid of error 0x8024a112.
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Here’s how to do this:
Note: Ensure you are able to identify the restore point date before the error message display. Also, System restore does not affect any of your files, documents, and personal data.
Solution 5: Remove the Software Distribution folder
Disclaimer: this solution contains steps that are part of modifying the registry. Please note that serious problems may occur if you do this incorrectly. Ensure you follow these steps correctly, and carefully.
Back up the registry before you modify it, and then restore it if a problem occurs.
Follow these steps to manually reset the Windows Updates Components:
- net stop wuauserv
- net stop cryptSvc
- net stop bits
- net stop msiserver
(Press Enter after each command you type)
- Ren C:WindowssoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
- Ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.old
- net stop wuauserv
- net stop cryptSvc
- net stop bits
- net stop msiserver
Try running Windows Updates again to check if the Windows 10 error 0x8024a112 has been resolved.
Note: It isn’t recommended to uncheck the ‘Give me updates’ for other Microsoft products when using Windows update option. Windows Updates downloads and installs updates required to run Windows efficiently.
If you get ‘Access Denied’ when trying the step above, do the following:
- Log in first as administrator or use administrator user account
- Stop the Windows Update service and try to rename SoftwareDistribution folder
- Right-click Start
- Select Run
- Type services.msc and press OK or enter
- Scroll down and locate Windows Update service
- Right-click and select Properties
- Stop the service
- Follow the steps again to reset Windows Update Components
Once you complete the process, go to Services window again and start Windows Update service, and then restart the computer.
Solution 6: Perform a Clean Boot
Clean boot is a procedure in Windows that starts your PC in a clean state devoid of software conflicts.
These conflicts most especially related to error 0x8024a112 can be caused by applications and services that start up and run in the background whenever you start Windows normally.
In order to successfully perform a clean boot on Windows 10, you have to be logged on as the administrator, and then follow these steps:
You should be able to find and download available updates after trying out any of the solution we mentioned above.
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Have in mind that you can use workarounds presented in this article for multiple Windows Update errors, not just the one we addressed today.
In case you have any questions or suggestions, the comments section is below.
For more Windows Update workarounds, and additional info, make sure to check our Windows Update hub.
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