Windows 10: How do I solve the 0x80070005 windows 10 Pro update error code.

Hello Dear Microsoft Community I hope you can help me.There is a really strange setting in my PC.So when I go to "Services" ----> "Windows Update" ----> "Properties" its turned off and when I want to change this it says "access denied" even though I am the owner and admin.Any help would be great thanks.

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Error code 0x80070005

Hello Sandra,

Provide us additional information to assist you better with this issue:

• What is the complete error message along with the error code of this issue?
• What exactly are you trying to perform prior to this issue?

I would like to inform that Error 0x80070005 is a Windows Update error.

If you are facing this issue while installing the Windows Updates, I suggest you to refer to the below Microsoft Support article, try the troubleshooting steps suggested and check if it helps.

Error 0x80070005 in Windows Update when you try to install updates


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Error code 0x80070005

Hi,

To fix your concern, please click the link below and follow the suggested troubleshooting steps:

• Error 0x80070005 in Windows Update when you try to install updates

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Error Code 0x80070005

Hello Craig,

The error code 0x80070005 that you're getting when you're trying to install
the updates is also known as ACCESS DENIED. It usually occurs when you lack file or registry permissions that are required to install the update.

For possible resolution, we suggest that you check this post (see
Kim (Microsoft)'s answer), and follow the steps provided. A lot of Community members claimed that it solved their issue.

Please update us with the results. We will be glad to assist you.