Here is the solution to fix a Windows Update Error 0x800703e3

What 0x800703e3 error? What could be the cause of error 0x800703e3? How to fix Windows 10 Error 0x800703e3? This Techquack post shows you how to fix Windows 10 Error 0x800703e3.

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This article offers some suggestions for solving the error code 0x800703e3 that may occur when updating Windows 10.

What is error 0x800703e3?

There have been several reports of Windows users receiving errors 0x800703e3 when they attempt to perform certain actions. This issue is seen by some when they update their operating system, while others see it while using a different service (like a webcam app or a network-connected printer). Windows 10 is the most common version, though Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 still suffer from some issues.

The error 0x800703e3 often appears when users update their operating systems. It can also occur with Windows 7 and Windows 8, according to some users.

Error code “0x800703e3” indicates that the system has malfunctioned due to a number of reasons, such as incorrectly configured system settings and irregular entries in its elements. In order to restore stability to the system, special software can be used to fix these problems.

Windows update problems, corrupted system files or misconfigured system settings are all possible causes of the 0x800703e3 error.

0x800703e3 error can occur when Windows Update is installed. This section will explain how to fix the error.

What is the cause of error 0x800703e3 on Windows?

Through reading various user reviews and trying different repair strategies recommended by similar users who managed to solve this problem, we found this particular issue. The error code 0x800703e3 can be caused in a number of different circumstances. Below is a brief list of possible causes:

Camera driver problem: If this problem occurs when you try to update your camera driver or when you try to use the Camera app, the dead driver probably wasn’t designed for your version of Windows. If this scenario applies, you can solve the problem by replacing the camera driver manually (via Device Manager).

Windows Update is unavailable: It is also possible that you are experiencing this problem due to a temporary problem with the Windows Update servers. In this case, you can completely bypass the problem by relying on the Microsoft Update directory to install the update manually.

Windows Update Problem: As several users have confirmed, this problem may also be related to a Windows Update problem that affects the ability to install new updates on your PC. In this case, the most effective way to solve the problem is to manually reboot each EU component using the extended command line.

Corruption of system files: Corruption of files and dependencies used by the Windows Update component is another possible scenario in which this error code can occur. If this scenario applies, the problem can be solved by resetting each component of the operating system using a procedure such as a repair installation or a clean installation.

How to fix error code 0x800703e3 in Windows Update?

The troubleshooter can be found by scrolling down to Windows Update and clicking on it.

The following suggestions should help you resolve Windows Update error 0x800703e3:

• You can troubleshoot a Windows Update issue by running Windows Update diagnostics
• The components of Windows Update can be manually reset
• You will need to manually install Windows Update.

Before we get into this, the first thing we need to do is create a restore point.

Run Windows Update Troubleshooting

Follow the on-screen instructions to run the Windows Update diagnostic program, which will attempt to determine if any issues are preventing the installation of Windows Update.

Windows Update-related temporary files are deleted, SoftwareDistribution folder contents are deleted, Windows Update services are checked, Windows Update components are repaired and reset, pending updates are checked, and so on. Also, it deletes Windows Update temporary files.

The components might need to be reset manually if the fix did not work. If not, try resetting them manually.

Manually reset Windows Update components

Corrupt system files may cause this problem. If you continue to experience problems after installing Windows updates manually, follow the instructions below to restart Windows components:

The extended command line must first be opened.

You can now stop Windows Update and other related services by entering the following commands and pressing Enter after each command.

stop bits.
The Wuauserv network has been terminated
Taking a week off from net-stop applications
stopcryptsvc

It appears that either a thread exit or an application request resulted in the I/O operation having been aborted.

Now delete all qmgr*.dat files from your device. To do this, type the following text code at the command prompt and press Enter to execute.

Del “%ALLUSERSPROFILE%ApplicationDataDataMicrosoftNetworkDownloaderqmgr*.dat

If you choose to confirm, you will have to type Y.

In the command prompt, type the following command to rename the SoftwareDistribution and catroot2 folders.

A software distribution backup can be found at %systemroot%SoftwareDistributionSoftwareDistribution.bak
Ren %systemroot%system32catroot2.bak

Press the Enter key after each command to execute it, and then type the following commands to reset both BITS and Windows Update services to the default security descriptor:

(A;;CCLCSWRRPLPLRC;;;SY)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRSDRCWDWO;;;BA)(A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU)(A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;PU)

A: (A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;SY) (A;;CCLCSWLOCRRC;;;AU) (A;;CCLCSWRPWPDTLOCRRC;;;PU)

Navigate to System32 by running the following command:

%Windir%System32cd

It’s time to re-register the background intelligent transfer services (BITS) and DLL files associated with Windows Update by entering the following commands in order and pressing Enter after each command:

ATL.dll atl.exe
URLMON.dll urlsvr32.exe
Windows HTML.dll mshtml.exe
Dll/Regsvr32.exe/Shdocvw.exe
The registry file browseui.dll is called regsvr32.exe
In the registry, run regsvr32.exe, and then run jscript.dll.
VBSCR32.exe VBScript.dll
exe regsvr32.dll regsvr32.dll
Dll.msxml.exe&regsvr32.exe
Microsoft XML 3.dll and Regsvr32.exe
The registry executable and the DLL file are both named regsvr32.exe
Activator.exe, Actxprxy.dll
DLL/Regsvr32.exe/Softpub.exe
The registry file Wintrust.dll is a part of regsvr32.exe
Regsvr32.exe and Dssenh.dll
The rsaenh.dll file is contained in regsvr32.exe
A registry entry is created and a file called gpkcsp is loaded
A file called sccbase.dll is included with regsvr32.exe
Register32.exe Slbcsp.dll
It is then necessary to run regsvr32.exe and cryptdlg.dll.
Regsvr32.exe and Oleaut32.dll
A registry entry for regsvr32.exe and a dll for ole32
Registrer32.exe Shell32.dll
The registry service (rsvr32.exe and initpki.dll) is required.
WU API DLL (regsvr32.exe)
Wuaueng.dll wsvr32.exe
A file named wuaueng1.dll can be found by running regsvr32.exe
DLL://wuclitui.dll/registry/wuclitui.dll/wuclitui.exe
A registry entry for wups.dll can be found in regsvr32.exe
Registry Editor / Wups2.dll
WUweb.dll wsvr32.exe
Regsvr32.exe and QMgr.dll
Dll/Regsvr32.exe qmgrprxy.exe
RegisterSvr32.exe RegisterWucltux.dll
Registry Editor.exe, MuWeb.dll
RegisterWin32.exe and registerWuWebv.dll

The network settings must be reset once those files have been successfully re-registered.

Enter each of the following commands after you type them.

Nets winsocks need to be reset
Winsock netsh winserver reset

You now need to restart services that were interrupted, including those related to smart background, Windows Update, and cryptography.

Press Enter after each command you type in the command prompt window.

Bits that start the network
A new network connection is established by Wuauserv
Startup applications based solely on PVC
Initial cryptograms
Exit

As a result of the other commands having been executed, executing the Exit command closes the window by itself.

The changes you have made will be saved once you restart your computer after successfully completing the above process.

Proceed to the next method below if the error code remains the same after resetting Windows components.

TIP: You can also use the Windows Update component reset tool.

Install Windows Update manually

The error code can occur if the Windows Update servers are temporarily down. If this is the case, check to see if there are any updates that can be downloaded manually.

1. Start by clicking Win+I to get to Windows Settings.
2. You can then choose Windows Updates under Update and Security.
3. You can now view the update history by switching to the right pane.
4. The next page will show you what updates successfully installed on your computer and which ones failed.
5. You can go to the Microsoft Update Catalog page by noting the KB number of the Windows update that did not install recently.
6. Press Enter to search for the KB number on the next screen.
7. Download the Windows version that matches the search results.
8. Downloaded updates can be installed by double-clicking them once they have been downloaded.
9. Hopefully this method will help you resolve the issue by restarting your computer.

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