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How to fix error 0x80070057 − Windows 10, Windows 8.1., Windows 7 (Windows 10)

What is error 0x80070057? Why does it occur? How to fix it?

The error 0x80070057 might occur when you try to install Windows, to apply the latest Windows updates, or when you want to back up or restore files, mainly due to corruption in the update files.

The reasons behind this error include:

  • Corrupt update files;
  • Interference of another program;
  • Unstable Internet connection;
  • Malicious software.

The solutions listed below will guide you on the steps you need to take, in order to solve the problem. Read them carefully, and follow them to the detail.

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Click on this if you use a desktop computer.

Click on this if your computer runs on Windows 10.

Click on this if you use a laptop.

Click on this if this error occurs when you try to update Windows.

Click on this if you get this error message when you are trying to back up or restore files.

Click on this if this error appears when you try to install Windows.

Click on this if you tried all the other solutions, but none of them worked.

Click on this if your computer runs on Windows 7.

Click on this if your computer runs on Windows 8 or Windows 8.1.

  1. Restart your computer

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  2. Run the System File Checker

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  3. Create a new key in the registry

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  4. Delete and recreate the partition in which the previous Windows was installed

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  5. Rename the SoftwareDistribution folder

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  6. Modify values in the registry (regedit)

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  7. Ensure that a period (a full stop) is set as a decimal symbol

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  8. Use the DISM command

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  9. Remove and reinsert the RAM sticks

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  10. Disable the antivirus software temporarily

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  11. Set "Configure Automatic Updates " to "Not configured"

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  12. Run the Windows update troubleshooter

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  13. Reset the Windows Update components

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