Effortless Fixes for the Stuck Windows Update Problem - Zero Percent Not an Option Anymore

Windows Update not working issue is common in all Windows versions. In this post, you will learn how to fix Windows Update stucking at 0KB issue. Steps apply to Windows 10, 7 & 8.

Windows Update Stuck at 0KB 0%

Solution 1: Do Nothing

Yes. You just need to wait and be patient. Then you would see the download jump up to a high percentage. The reason why this happens is unknown. But many Windows users who encountered this issue like you got rid of it in this way. Wait for several hours. It may work like a charm for you.

Solution 2: Disable All Non-Microsoft Services

This simple solution has worked for many people. Try it. It may fix your issue too.

Follow these steps.

1. PressWin+R (Windows logo key and R key) at the same time. A Run dialog box will open.

2. Typemsconfig in the run box and click onOK button.

3. Click theServices tab and check the box next toHide all Microsoft services .

4. ClickDisable all button and clickOK button.

5. Restart your PC for the changes to take effect.

6. Launch Windows Update and download the updates again.

Tip : After downloading the updates, open System Configuration dialog box and enable all disabled services.

Uncheck the box next toHide all Microsoft services and clickEnable all button. Then clickOK button.

Solution 3: Temporarily Turn Off Windows Firewall

Windows Firewall may block the download. Turn off Windows Firewall and see if it works for you.

Follow these steps to turn off Windows Firewall.

1. OpenControl Panel .

2. View by Small icons and click onWindows Firewall .

3. In left pane, select Turn Windows Firewall on or off .

4. SelectTurn off Windows Firewall (not recommended) . Then clickOK button.
Tip: You can turn it on again after Windows updates are done.

5. Download Windows Updates again.

Solution 4: Use Anti-virus Software to Scan Your Computer

The problem could be of Trojans. If you have installed anti-virus software on your computer, use it to scan your computer to detect any possible virus.

Solution 5: Stop and Restart Windows Update Service

Follow these steps:

1. PressWin+R (Windows logo key and R key) at the same time. A Run dialog box will open.

2. Type services.msc in the run box and clickOK button.

3. FindWindows Update service. Right-click on it and click Stop on the context menu.

4. OpenC:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete all contents there.

5. Restart Windows Update service. Right-click on Windows Update service and click Start .

6. Download the updates again.

Hope the solutions here will fix your Windows Update stuck at 0KB 0% issue. If you find a useful solution not mentioned in this post, welcome to share it here.

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