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Download Windows 10 Version 1709 Manually download windows 10 version 1709 manually Fixed: Feature Update to Windows 10 Version 1709 Failed to Install! Learn how to fix Windows 10 update 1709 fails to install on this page step by step. David Darlington. Jul 05, 2021 • Filed to: Windows Computer Solutions • Proven solutions. Windows 10 Version 1709 is update of Windows operating system that was released in 2017, also known as the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. This version was designed for visual creatives, with an enhanced Photos app and a brand-new paint app that is included, among others. However, some users have complained about errors in installation and download. We have compiled 10 ways you can solve this error on your own. Due to the nature of feature updates, ensure to back up your data to avoid losses. In the event you lose your data while doing a feature update, get in touch with Wondershare Recoverit to help you restore your lost data. Feature updates are newer versions of Windows 10 Operating System that are released twice a year. Previously, Windows would roll out new OS versions every 3 years. With the new servicing model, however, you now get regular updates within a year. This model of servicing is good for end users but due to the frequency of updates, errors in installing new updates have also increased. The common errors that come up while updating Windows 10 Version 1709 are: Issue no. 1 (error code 0x80080008) - After completing the download of version 1709, the system will ask to restart to proceed with the update installation. However, the installation fails and an error code 0x80080008 will be received with description: "Feature update to Windows 10, version 1709: Failed to install…" Issue no. 2 (error code 0x80d02002) - Windows 10 version 1709 Fall Creators Update will start to download but fail and stop thereafter, giving the error code 0x80d02002. The update download gets stuck at xx% e.g. 60% or 40% Part 1. Best way to solve a failed installation of feature update to Windows 10, version 1709. Solution 1. Delete the Windows Update Folder. When a windows update fails to install, the corrupted download may still be on your drive, which can cause further issues when you try to update again. Press Win + R keys to launch Run. Type services.msc and click OK. Locate Windows Update on the right-hand pane, right-click and select Stop. Close window. Solution 2. Download and Install the Fall Creators Update Manually. Go to the Windows 10 downloads website and select Update now. To start installation after downloading, select Run on the prompt that appears. Otherwise, click Save to install files later. When a window asking to install updates appears, click Update Now. Solution 3. Use the Windows Update Troubleshooter. In the search taskbar, type in Troubleshoot and hit Enter. In the menu, navigate to Windows Update and then click Run the Troubleshooter. Click Try troubleshooting as an administrator to proceed with the process. Restart PC. Solution 4. Reset the Windows Update Components. Run the elevated command prompt by pressing Win + X and choosing the Command Prompt (Admin) Type in these commands in sequence and press enter after typing each to disable some components: net stop bits net stop wuauserv net stop appidsvc net stop cryptsvc. Enter these commands after to rename SoftwareDistribution and Catroot2 folders: ren %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.bakren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.bak. Re enable the services disabled in step 2 by entering the commands in sequence: net stop bits net stop wuauserv net stop appidsvc net stop cryptsvc. Solution 5. Repair System Files with SFC. To repair an installation issue in Windows 10, you can use the System File Checker command tool. Press Win + X keys, press A, and select Yes to run Command Prompt by the administrator. Type the command SFC /scannow then enter to scan all Windows system files and repair them. Solution 6. Use the DISM Command Line Tool. Open elevated command prompt and type exe/Online /Cleanup-Image/Restorehealth and hit Enter. Wait until the command gets processed and repair is done. A prompt will appear indicating that the corruption in-store components have been repaired. Close the window and restart the PC. Solution 7. Disable Automatic Updates. Press Win + R to launch Run and type msc. Click OK. Find Windows Update Service and double click to open Properties. Set Startup type to Disabled and select OK. Restart PC. Solution 8. Temporarily disable your antivirus software. There are times when the antivirus software blocks the installation of new updates. As per the software's method, disable the antivirus, and observe if the issue persists. Solution 9. Update your device drivers. Wait for the update to complete. If an update is published in the Windows Update service, updates will be downloaded and installed automatically. To update drivers manually, open Device Manager, and expand on the drive you wish to update. Right-click on the drive and choose Update Driver. Choose Search automatically for updated driver software. Otherwise, click Browse my computer for driver software if you have the driver installed on your PC. On your search bar, type Settings and click on Update & Security. Choose Windows Update and then click the Check for updates. Part 2. How to postpone feature updates. Sometimes, you may not be ready to install feature updates due to your work schedule or not having time to wait for updates. The errors indicated above that come up while updating your Windows 10 features can be time consuming. To postpone updates to a later time, these are the steps: Click on the Windows Start button and go to Settings Under, settings, select update & Security then Windows Update Select Update settings then click on Advanced options Under Choose when updates are installed, select the number of days you want to postpone feature updates till the day you’re ready. The Windows 10 version 1709 Fall Creators Update has useful features and may be accessed once you have solved the problem that stops the download and installation process. Always make sure to do a backup of your data before going through any update to avoid data loss. update Windows 10 Pro 1709 directly to 1903? I am using Windows 10 Pro 1709 (OS build 16299.1087). Now Windows has downloaded update 1803 x64 2019-07B (I delayed the installation by 365 days) and wants to install it by restarting the computer. However, I have postponed this so far. I would like to update directly to 1903. I discovered the link. But since 1803 is already downloaded will this work? If yes, how do I delete the downloaded 1803? Or is this done automatically? And one other question: It seems that it is recommended to make a complete image backup of the drive. How to do this? Which is the best software for this? Subscribe Subscribe to RSS feed. Report abuse. Replies (4) I am an independent advisor here to help. the best way to accomplish going from 1709 straight to 1903 is to perform a manual installation using the 1903 ISO. The following guide will show you how to do this. Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it. Report abuse. Was this reply helpful? Sorry this didn't help. Great! Thanks for your feedback. How satisfied are you with this reply? Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. How satisfied are you with this reply? Thanks for your feedback. Hi Lora, I am Sumit, an Independent Advisor and a 2-Year Windows Insider MVP here to help. Yes you can directly upgrade to 1903. Make sure you run the script as an administrator. Then use the Media creation tool. The fastest way to get the upgrade is through Media creation tool or ISO file. Please download Media Creation Tool from the link below and select Upgrade this PC at the first screen. https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/? LinkId=691209. All steps, including upgrading using ISO file and Media creation tool, are covered here: Please ignore the other reply by James as it is incorrect by miles. Content on the above blog is written by a Microsoft MVP so it is safe. However, do watch out for the ads. Sumit Available 6 PM - 8 AM PST. It is always good to include your PC Specs, make and model in the question. Never Call the Phone numbers received in Emails from the Microsoft Community. Install Windows 10 version 20H2 manually. Windows 10 October 2020 update, i.e., Windows 10 version 20H2 update, is the newest feature update to Windows 10, available for public starting 20 th October 2020. This article discusses how to Install Windows 10 20H2 offline or manually. Initially available for seeker only devices who manually check for Windows Updates in the Settings, one should be able to see it optionally in Windows update settings if the telemetry thinks that you would have a smooth experience. Some methods are discussed below. To Install Windows 10 version 20H2 manually, use either of these methods: Use the Media Creation Tool to either use ISO file or the tool. Use the Update Assistant Software. Download the Enablement package if you are running version 2004. Applies to: Windows 10 all versions. A Screenshot from Windows 10 20H2 update depicting the new theme-aware Tiles. Method 1: Install Windows 10 20H2 through Media Creation Tool.
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