Windows 10: I cannot install media feature pack and update windows

I got these error:0x800736b3 when installing media feature pack0x80248007 when updating windows 11 22H2

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Installing Windows Media Feature Pack...

OS: Windows 10 Pro N, 64-bit, version 20H2 (OS Build 19042.685)

The Windows Media Feature Pack includes Windows Media Player (WMP) as an optional app, since Windows 10 version 2004 I believe. As such, installing the semi-annual updates removes the previous version of WMP and the updated version is not installed by default.

Installing WMP seems simple enough, via "Settings\Apps and Features\Optional features\Add a feature", except when it is not. After trying to add Media Feature Pack feature, it display a blank list:





The image above should have a list of available apps in alphabetical order, but it's blank. Searching for the apps in the empty list obviously results in nothing found.

The system in question has local accounts only, no MS account, has internet access and receives MS and other software updates without any issues.

Does anyone have an idea as to why the optional feature list is empty? I am lost for the reason...

TIA...

 

Problem with Media Feature Pack.

When I follow these steps Media Features are not listed, despite having downloaded and installed the Windows Media Feature Pack! Please help! Can't install GTA: V! Aaaargh!

 

Media Feature Pack missing?

Hi Joshua,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

I'm Hahn and I'm here to help you with your concern.

I’m sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your Windows Media Feature Pack. You can download and install the Media Feature Pack for Windows 10 as an Optional Feature by following these steps:



Select the Start button, then select Settings > Apps > Apps and Features > Optional features > Add a feature.

Find the Media Feature Pack in the list of available optional features.

Media Feature Pack for Windows 10/11 N (September 2022) - Microsoft Support



You may also need to install additional apps from the Microsoft Store to regain additional functionality, such as media codecs, Skype, Movies & TV, Windows Media Player, etc.

Download the Feature Pack from Microsoft: If the Windows Media Feature Pack is not available in the optional features list, you can download it from the Microsoft website. Go to the Media Feature Pack download page for your version of Windows 10 (e.g., Windows 10 May 2019 Update) and click the download link. Follow the instructions to install the Feature Pack.

Download Windows 10 Media Feature Pack (microsoft.com)

Check for Windows updates: Sometimes, missing optional features can be resolved by updating Windows.

Go to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Windows Update" and click "Check for updates".

If there are updates available, download and install them. Then, restart your computer and check if the Windows Media Feature Pack is available in the optional features list.

If none of the above steps work, you can try performing a repair installation of Windows 10.

This will reinstall Windows 10 without deleting your personal files and applications. However, it's always a good idea to back up your important files before performing any major system changes.

How to perform an In-place Upgrade with Windows 10 Step-by-Step Guide - Microsoft Community



I hope this helps you resolve the issue with the Windows Media Feature Pack.



If there is anything not clear, please do not hesitate to let me know.



Your Sincerely

| Microsoft Community Support Specialist