How to fix error 0x80070015 in Windows (Nothing else worked)
What is error 0x80070015? Why does it appear? How to fix it?
Error 0x80070015 appears when you try to install a Windows Update, when running Windows Defender, or when you are in the Microsoft Store app (Windows 8.1, and Windows 10).
The most common reasons behind this error are:
- Stuck background processes on Windows;
- Viruses;
- Antivirus software;
- Firewall settings.
Based on thorough research and expert opinion, we built this guide to assist you with resolving this issue. Feel free to check it out, and make sure to follow it to the letter.
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Reinstall the USB driver
0(0)0(0)Maybe the computer's USB controller driver is corrupt and return errors, as this driver also controls the hard drives, in one of which the Windows system files are stored. This means that the information and Windows commands cannot be conveyed properly. If the controller driver is the reason behind error 0x80070015, all you need to do is to reinstall this driver, which would restore the information flow.
If you have never uninstalled drivers before, check out the how to uninstall a program / an application guide.
If you aren't sure how to find drivers for your computer, the how to download and install drivers can be of help.
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Take your computer to a repair store
0(0)0(0)If none of the other solutions worked, take your computer to a repair store, as your hard drive, or the SATA cable may have malfunctioned and require replacing.
Note: If you use an external hard drive, maybe it or its USB cable need replacing. Try using your computer without them and check if this error would appear, to be absolutely sure.
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