Fix Windows 10 Cumulative Update Failed KB3081424 error

1. How do I fix a failed Windows 10 update?
2. How do I fix incomplete Windows Update?
3. Why does my Windows 10 update keep failing?
4. How do I fix failed updates?
5. Why would Windows updates fail to install?
6. How do I force Windows 10 to update?
7. Why won't my Windows 10 updates install?
8. What to do if Windows Update is taking too long?
9. How do I reset Windows Update settings?

How do I fix a failed Windows 10 update?

1. Make sure that your device has enough space. ...
2. Run Windows Update a few times. ...
3. Check third-party drivers and download any updates. ...
4. Unplug extra hardware. ...
5. Check Device Manager for errors. ...
6. Remove third-party security software. ...
7. Repair hard-drive errors. ...
8. Do a clean restart into Windows.

How do I fix incomplete Windows Update?

How to fix a stuck Windows update

1. Make sure the updates really are stuck.
2. Turn it off and on again.
3. Check the Windows Update utility.
4. Run Microsoft's troubleshooter program.
5. Launch Windows in Safe Mode.
6. Go back in time with System Restore.
7. Delete the Windows Update file cache yourself.
8. Launch a thorough virus scan.

Why does my Windows 10 update keep failing?

This issue happens if there are corrupted system files or software conflicts. To resolve your concern, we suggest that you follow the steps in Fix Windows Update errors article. The article includes running Windows Update Troubleshooter that automatically checks for any issues and fix it.

How do I fix failed updates?

Methods that fix your Windows Update issues:

1. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter.
2. Restart Windows Update related services.
3. Manually download and install updates.
4. Run DISM and System File Checker.
5. Disable your antivirus.
6. Update your drivers.
7. Restore your Windows.

Why would Windows updates fail to install?

A common cause of errors is inadequate drive space. If you need help freeing up drive space, see Tips to free up drive space on your PC. The steps in this guided walk-through should help with all Windows Update errors and other issues—you don't need to search for the specific error to solve it.

How do I force Windows 10 to update?

Get the Windows 10 October 2020 Update

1. If you want to install the update now, select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update , and then select Check for updates. ...
2. If version 20H2 isn't offered automatically through Check for updates, you can get it manually through the Update Assistant.

Why won't my Windows 10 updates install?

If the installation remains stuck at the same percentage, try checking for updates again or running the Windows Update Troubleshooter. To check for updates, select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates.

What to do if Windows Update is taking too long?

Try these fixes

1. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter.
2. Update your drivers.
3. Reset Windows Update components.
4. Run the DISM tool.
5. Run System File Checker.
6. Download updates from Microsoft Update Catalog manually.

How do I reset Windows Update settings?

How to reset Windows Update using Troubleshooter tool

1. Download the Windows Update Troubleshooter from Microsoft.
2. Double-click the WindowsUpdateDiagnostic. ...
3. Select the Windows Update option.
4. Click the Next button. ...
5. Click the Try troubleshooting as an administrator option (if applicable). ...
6. Click the Close button.