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12 March 2024  Ashley S. Miller  Specialist of Customer Service Dept.
 

Summary
Learn various ways to fix the 0x8024a105 error encountered during Windows updates in a quick and simple manner. Besides, you can backup the data with Renee Becca.



Table of contents

table iconI. Why does the 0x8024a105 error occur?
table iconII. How to fix 0x8024a105 error?
table iconIII. Before reinstalling the system, use Renee Becca to backup data
0x8024a105

I. Why does the 0x8024a105 error occur?

The 0x8024a105 error, frequently faced by users during Windows updates, may stem from a range of factors such as virus attacks, improper system installation, or missing/damaged system files. This error impedes the regular updating process of the system and its applications.
0x8024a105 error
Resolving this issue is straightforward; simply follow the steps provided below.

II. How to fix 0x8024a105 error?

1. Check Internet connection

To resolve Windows update errors such as 0x8024a105, ensure your Internet connection is functioning correctly as it can disrupt the download of the latest updates. Check and confirm your internet connectivity is stable.
The specific steps you can try are as follows:
① Disconnect the current Internet network, and then reconnect to the network.
② If you are using a LAN connection, please switch to a Wi-Fi network.
③ If you are using a Wi-Fi network, please use a wired connection.

2. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

To fix system update issues on Windows, use the built-in update troubleshooter by following these steps:
Step 1: Start the computer and simultaneously press Windows+I to launch the settings. Click on Update & security.
select update and security in windows settings
Step 2: Navigate to the function bar and select Troubleshoot. Choose Windows Update on the right and click Run the troubleshooter. Wait for the process to finish and then attempt the Windows update to check if the error resolves.
run the trouble shooter in windows update

3. Run the DISM tool

The DISM.exe tool, included with Windows, is a command-line utility for installing, uninstalling, configuring, and updating features and packages in offline Windows images and Windows PE images. It can also scan for and repair corrupted system files. Here are the steps to operate the DISM tool:
Step 1: Run the computer, search (cmd) directly in the search box in the lower left corner, and select (Run as administrator) to open the command prompt tool.
run as administrator
Step 2: Open the command prompt, type dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth, and hit Enter. Once the process completes, reboot your computer to check if the issue is fixed.
Run the dism command

4. Reset the Software Distribution folder

The Software Distribution folder temporarily holds files necessary for Windows Updates. If issues arise, it may lead to the 0x8024a105 error. To troubleshoot, resetting this folder is a common solution. Here’s how you can reset the Software Distribution folder:
Step 1: Run the computer, search (cmd) directly in the search box in the lower left corner, and select (Run as administrator) to open the command prompt tool.
run as administrator
Step 2: Open the command prompt window. Enter each command below followed by pressing the Enter key.
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
Step 3: Press Windows+R to launch the Run dialog. Type “C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution” and click OK to access the Software Distribution folder.
SoftwareDistribution Windows
Step 4: Select all files inside the Software Distribution folder, then right-click and choose Delete to remove them.
Step 5: Input the following commands into the Command Prompt, pressing Enter after each one. After executing these steps, reboot your computer to determine if the issue is resolved.
net start wuauserv
net start bits
Reset the Software Distribution folder
To resolve the 0x8024a105 error, if previous methods fail, consider system reinstallation. Be aware that this may delete all device data. It’s advised to back up critical data with professional software before proceeding.

III. Before reinstalling the system, use Renee Becca to backup data

1. What is Renee Becca?

Renee Becca is a versatile tool for backing up and restoring system/hard disk data. It enables you to safeguard vital computer data, including applications, settings, emails, photos, videos, documents, and bookmarks. Utilizing advanced incremental/differential backup technology, it offers time and space efficiency. The software also provides partition, hard disk, file backup, and disk cloning options to cater to various backup requirements.
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2. How to backup data with Renee Becca?

Step 1: Download Renee Becca, install it on your computer, launch the program, and choose the “File Backup” feature from the “Backup” section in the main menu.
click to back up files in renee becca
Step 2: Select the files for backup from the source device and choose the destination partition on the hard disk to store the backup.
how to back up files in renee becca
Within the Scheduler, set up an automatic backup schedule—daily, weekly, or monthly—and activate the function by clicking OK.
file backup schedule on Renee Becca
In Renee Becca, select from five backup schemes tailored to your needs: Version Chain, Single Version, Full, Incremental, and Differential modes.
backup mode of file backup on Renee Becca
Renee Becca provides a suite of backup options to safeguard your data:

  • Version chain mode: Only the latest 5 versions are kept, and useless old versions are automatically deleted after the backup is completed.
  • Single version mode: Only the latest version is kept, and the previous version is automatically deleted after the backup is completed.
  • Full mode: Creates a full backup.
  • Incremental mode: After the initial full backup, only incremental backups are created.
  • Differential mode: After the initial full backup, only differential backups are created.
Step 3: Click the Backup button to initiate the backup process according to your configured settings. Monitor the progress in the task bar. Upon completion, click the Recovery button to retrieve files onto the desired hard disk as needed.
recover backup files from renee becca
Step 4: Select the target location for the files to be recovered and click the Recovery button.
files recovery location