Windows 11 update

The error code 0x80242008 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Windows Update process, often related to the update metadata being invalid or corrupted. Here are some steps you can take to resolve this issue:

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters and select Windows Update. Run the troubleshooter and follow the prompts.
2. Clear the Software Distribution Folder: This folder stores temporary files for Windows Update. To clear it:
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Run the following commands:

          net stop wuauserv
          net stop cryptSvc
          net stop bits
          net stop msiserver
          ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
          net start wuauserv
          net start cryptSvc
          net start bits
          net start msiserver
     

   • After executing these commands, try checking for updates again.
3. Check for Disk Space: Ensure that you have enough disk space available on your system drive, as insufficient space can cause update errors.
4. Install Updates Manually: If the issue persists, you can manually download and install the updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
5. Reset Windows Update Components: If none of the above steps work, you may need to reset the Windows Update components. This can be done using a script or manually following specific instructions available in Microsoft's documentation.

If you continue to experience issues after trying these steps, consider seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support.

References:

• Windows Update common errors and mitigation
• Windows Update troubleshooting guidance

Hello,

Please run Windows Update troubleshooter from Settings app > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters. See if it works.

If that doesn't work, try this:

Open administrative Command Prompt and type following commands one-by-one followed by Enter key.

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

Close Command Prompt and see if Windows Updates works then.

Let us know if this helps!