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KB4556799 fails to install for some users
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Updated onJune 2, 2020
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TheMay Patch Tuesday Updateshave just arrived, but it seems that not everyone has the chance to get it.
Several users have been reporting that they are having issues with installing the new update, particularly those runningWindows 10versions 1909 and 1903 that received the KB4556799 cumulative update.
One userstatedthat:
2020-05 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 version 1903 for x64-based Systems (KB4556799)Error0x800f0831 fails.
Also, DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth Gets to 99.4% and stops.Error: 0x800f081f[…]
When i try to install the update its says me:2020-05 Actualización acumulativa para Windows 10 Version 1909 para sistemas basados en x64 (KB4556799)Error 0x80070308I have my windows on spanish but is a acumulative updates
Users can still follow a few troubleshooting steps to stop this problem
While it may be indeed one of the first times users have faced error code 0x800f081f, we can’t say the same thing about error code 0x80070308. Apparently, this is an issue thatplagued Windows 7 users in the pastas well.
However, these types oferrorsare common enough that over time plenty of solutions have been found to fix them. these include:
One thing worth mentioning is that both of theseerrorshappened while updating via theWindows Updatemenu. However, keep in mind thatPatch Tuesdayupdates can also be downloaded via theWindows UpdateCatalog or through the Windows Server Update Service.
We’ve also writtenan article that has direct download linksto each cumulative update, as well as a short changelog for each of them.
All in all, those who did manage to get the new update installed should now enjoyimproved security, especially sinceMicrosoftintroduced a new feature that filters apps base don their reputation.
More so, gamers should also see a boost to their system with the new Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 2.7.
What’s your take on this new update for Windows 10 version 1909 and 1903?
Let us know if you’ve discovered other issues by leaving us a message in the comments section below.
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