How Do I Fix Windows Update Database Error Detected?

Elena Rostova
Elena Rostova
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Contents How Do I Fix Potential Windows Database Error Detected? How to Fix “Potential Windows Update Database Error Detected” Press the Windows Key + X and...

How Do I Fix Windows Update Database Error Detected?
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How do I fix potential Windows database error detected?

How To Fix “Potential Windows Update Database Error Detected”

  1. Press the Windows key + X and select Command Prompt (Admin).
  2. Type sfc/scannow command and hit Enter.
  3. Run sfc/scannow.
  4. Type the following commands and press Enter after each of them: …
  5. Run the DISM command.
  6. Close Command Prompt and reboot your system.

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How do I reset Windows Update database?

To reset Windows Update Components, follow these steps:

  1. Run Command Prompt as Administrator.
  2. Stop BITS, Cryptographic, MSI Installer and Windows Update Services. …
  3. Rename SoftwareDistribution and Catroot2 folder. …
  4. Restart BITS, Cryptographic, MSI Installer and Windows Update Services.
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