0x800705b4: Windows Update error
TL;DRThis error means Windows Update timed out while checking for or installing updates. The process waited too long for a response from a service or the network and gave up.
Most likely cause: Windows Update service or related components are stuck or misconfigured
Try first: Run the built-in Windows Update troubleshooter (ms-settings:troubleshoot)
Likely causes
- Windows Update service or related components are stuck or misconfiguredmost likely
- Network connection or firewall temporarily blocking the update checkpossible
- Corrupted system files affecting the update processless likely
How to fix it
Safest first: SafeChanges settingsDangerous
Run the built-in Windows Update troubleshooterSafe
Let Windows automatically detect and fix common update problems.
ms-settings:troubleshootCheck for pending updates after a rebootSafe
Restart your PC then go to Settings > Windows Update and click Check for updates.
Restart the Windows Update serviceChanges settings
Open Command Prompt as administrator and restart the service that handles updates.
net stop wuauserv && net start wuauserv
If that didn't fix it
Open an admin Command Prompt and run 'sfc /scannow' followed by a restart
When to see a technician
If the error continues after these steps, have a technician inspect for deeper system file damage or network hardware problems.
Quick answers
- What does 0x800705b4: Windows Update error mean?
- This error means Windows Update timed out while checking for or installing updates. The process waited too long for a response from a service or the network and gave up.
- What causes 0x800705b4: Windows Update error?
- Windows Update service or related components are stuck or misconfigured. (most likely) Network connection or firewall temporarily blocking the update check. (possible) Corrupted system files affecting the update process. (less likely)
- How do I fix 0x800705b4: Windows Update error?
- Try these in order, safest first: 1. Run the built-in Windows Update troubleshooter. 2. Check for pending updates after a reboot. 3. Restart the Windows Update service.
- What if that didn't fix it?
- Open an admin Command Prompt and run 'sfc /scannow' followed by a restart
- When should I see a technician?
- If the error continues after these steps, have a technician inspect for deeper system file damage or network hardware problems.