Fix Windows Update Error 0x80070422: Windows Command Fix, Safe Steps and Explanation

Use this page when you searched for: 0x80070422, windows update service disabled, wuauserv disabled, update service cannot start, windows update error. For Windows Update error 0x80070422 when the update service is disabled or cannot start.

What this fix is for

Error 0x80070422 often appears when Windows Update service is disabled. This command changes the service startup type back to manual demand start and starts the service.

Before you run it

This only changes the Windows Update service state. On managed work or school PCs, policies may disable updates intentionally.

Steps

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.

2. Run the command to allow Windows Update service to start.

3. Open Settings > Windows Update and try again.

After the command

If the service starts but updates still fail, run the Windows Update reset page.

Use this command only for the problem described on this page. Restart Windows after service, network, update, or file repair commands before testing again.

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Quick questions

Is this command safe for personal files?

This only changes the Windows Update service state. On managed work or school PCs, policies may disable updates intentionally.

What should I do after running it?

If the service starts but updates still fail, run the Windows Update reset page.