Microsoft releases timely updates for the computers running on Windows operating systems. Windows updates provide users with the latest features and install the latest security patches on their systems. Windows automatically checks for updates and alerts the users whenever an update is available so that they could install them. You can also check for Windows Updates manually. While installing the Windows Updates, some users have experienced the Windows Update error 0x800706b5. Some users have reported that their systems hang with the error code 0x800706b5 when they install the update, whereas, some users have stated that they are unable to install the Windows Update due to this error code.
The complete error message is:
We’re having trouble restarting to finish the install. Try again in a little while. If you keep seeing this, try searching the web or contacting support for help. This error code might help: (0x800706b5)
In this article, we will see some solutions that will help you deal with this problem.
Fix Windows Update Error 0x800706b5
If your system hangs with the error code 0x800706b5, wait for some time. If your system responds after some time, go to your desktop and press the Alt + F4 keys. After that, select the Update and Shutdown option in the drop-down menu. This will install the latest Windows Update. If this method works for you, it will save a lot of time in troubleshooting.
If your system does not respond or keeps freezing with the Windows Update error 0x800706b5, force shut down it by pressing and holding the power button. Now, turn on your computer and try the following suggestions:
- Run Windows Update Troubleshooter
- Reset Windows Update Components
- Disable the Proxy settings
- Uninstall some recently installed programs
- Install Windows Update manually from Microsoft Update Catalog
Let’s see all these fixes in detail.
1] Run Windows Update Troubleshooter
Windows Update Troubleshooter is an automated tool that helps users fix the problems related to Windows Updates. You can run Windows Update Troubleshooter and see if it helps.
2] Reset Windows Update Components
As the name implies, these are the essential components required by the Windows operating system to install the latest updates. Any corruption in Windows Update Components causes Windows Updates to fail. To fix the problems occurring due to corrupted Windows Update Components, you should reset them.
Reset Windows Update Components and then check if you can install Windows Updates.
3] Disable Proxy settings
You can also try disabling the proxy setting on your Windows 11/10 system. Follow the below-written instructions to disable the proxy.
- Launch the Run command box by pressing the Win + R keys.
- Type
inetcpl.cpland click OK. This will open the Internet Properties window. - Click on the Connections tab.
- Now, click LAN Settings.
- Uncheck the “Automatically detect settings” and “Use the proxy server for your LAN” boxes.
This should fix the issue.
4] Uninstall some recently installed programs
Sometimes, the problem occurs due to a third-party software conflict. If you have recently installed a program after which the problem started occurring, uninstall it and then check if you are able to install the Windows Update. Some users have found Razer Cortex conflicting with the Windows Update. The problem was fixed when they uninstalled it.
If you have installed Razer Cortex and if it is running in the background, terminate it from the Task Manager and then check if the problem persists. If this does not help, uninstall Razer Cortex.
5] Install Windows Update manually from Microsoft Update Catalog
If all the above methods fail to fix your problem, you can download the Windows Update package from Microsoft Update Catalog and then install it manually. Every Windows Update has a specific KB number. You can view this KB number on the Windows Update page in Windows 11/10 Settings. Note down the KB number of Windows Update, then download it from the Microsoft Update Catalog website. After downloading the update package, you can install it manually.
How do I fix a corrupted Windows Update?
A corrupted Windows Update can be fixed by running the Windows Update Troubleshooter. You will find this troubleshooter in your Windows 11/10 Settings. If the Windows Update Troubleshooter fails to fix the problem, resetting the Windows Update Components can help.
Note: Error code 0x800706b5 also appears for Xbox Game Pass and Printer.
How do I fix Windows 10 Update error 0x800f0905?
If you see the error code 0x800f0905 while installing the Windows Update, we suggest you run the Windows Update Troubleshooter and see if it can fix the issue. If it fails, you can try some other things like refreshing the Windows Update Services, repairing the corrupt system files, etc.