Fixing Windows Update Error 8050800C - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fixing Windows Update Error 8050800C - A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction: -
Windows Update is an essential component of the Windows operating system, ensuring that your computer stays up to date with the latest security patches, bug fixes, and feature enhancements. However, sometimes errors can occur during the update process, such as the Windows Update error 8050800C. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed guide on how to resolve this error and get your system back on track.

Step 1: Creating and Running the Script

Open a text editor, such as Notepad, and copy the following script into the editor:

net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop appidsvc
net stop cryptsvc

Del "%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Network\Downloader\qmgr*.dat"
Ren %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.bak
Ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.bak
sc.exe sdset bits D:(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;PU)
sc.exe sdset wuauserv D:(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY)(A;;CCDCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;PU)
cd /d %windir%\system32
regsvr32.exe atl.dll /s
regsvr32.exe urlmon.dll /s
regsvr32.exe mshtml.dll /s
regsvr32.exe shdocvw.dll /s
regsvr32.exe browseui.dll /s
regsvr32.exe jscript.dll /s
regsvr32.exe vbscript.dll /s
regsvr32.exe scrrun.dll /s
regsvr32.exe msxml.dll /s
regsvr32.exe msxml3.dll /s
regsvr32.exe msxml6.dll /s
regsvr32.exe actxprxy.dll /s
regsvr32.exe softpub.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wintrust.dll /s
regsvr32.exe dssenh.dll /s
regsvr32.exe rsaenh.dll /s
regsvr32.exe gpkcsp.dll /s
regsvr32.exe sccbase.dll /s
regsvr32.exe slbcsp.dll /s
regsvr32.exe cryptdlg.dll /s
regsvr32.exe oleaut32.dll /s
regsvr32.exe ole32.dll /s
regsvr32.exe shell32.dll /s
regsvr32.exe initpki.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wuapi.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wuaueng.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wuaueng1.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wucltui.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wups.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wups2.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wuweb.dll /s
regsvr32.exe qmgr.dll /s
regsvr32.exe qmgrprxy.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wucltux.dll /s
regsvr32.exe muweb.dll /s
regsvr32.exe wuwebv.dll /s

netsh winsock reset

netsh winhttp reset proxy

net start bits
net start wuauserv
net start appidsvc
net start cryptsvc

wuauclt /Updatenow


Save the file with a .bat extension (e.g., fix_windows_update.bat) on your computer.

Step 2: Running the Script as Administrator

Locate the saved .bat file on your computer.
Right-click on the file and select "Run as administrator." 

This will ensure that the script has the necessary permissions to make changes to your system.

Step 3: Rebooting the System

Once the script execution is complete, restart your computer.
 

Note that it may take some time, possibly an hour or longer, for the Windows update to complete during the reboot process. This is especially true if you are using older hardware. Be patient and let the update process finish.

Conclusion:
By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can effectively address the Windows Update error 8050800C. Running the provided script as an administrator and rebooting the system allows the necessary changes to be made, ensuring a smooth update process. It is important to stay up to date with Windows updates to keep your system secure and functioning optimally.

Please note that if you encounter any issues or if the error persists after following these steps, it is recommended to seek further assistance from technical support or Windows forums.

Remember, keeping your system updated is essential for maintaining its performance, security, and compatibility with the latest software and features.

Happy updating!