What is Error Code 8007010710?
This crypticlooking number usually pops up when there’s a problem with Windows Update. Specifically, it means a required component or setting needed to complete the update is either missing or damaged. It’s a delivery or communication failure—Windows tried to do something, couldn’t complete the handshake, and now flags it with 8007010710.
Common Triggers Behind the Error
Let’s break down the usual suspects that cause this error:
Corrupted system files: Something essential is broken, and Windows can’t rely on it to complete the update. Pending updates: Stacked or recurring updates can cause conflict. Disk errors or permissions problems: Sometimes, the update installer doesn’t have what it needs to modify files or directories. Thirdparty software: Antivirus software or firewalls can get in the way.
If you’re running into this often, it’s worth checking if something’s disrupting the background install processes.
Quick Fixes You Can Try Right Now
Here are loweffort options to try before diving into deeper troubleshooting:
- Restart your PC – Obvious? Maybe. Effective? Often.
- Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter – Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters, then run the update tool.
- Clear the update cache:
Open Command Prompt in admin mode. Run these commands: net stop wuauserv net stop bits Navigate to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\ Delete the contents, but not the folder itself. Then restart services: net start wuauserv net start bits
These steps often clear corruption from failed or partial updates, which can eliminate 8007010710 errors altogether.
Dig Deeper: Intermediate Solutions
If those didn’t solve it, time to level up:
1. Use System File Checker
Open terminal as admin and run:
sfc /scannow
This checks the system files and replaces corrupted ones. When it’s done, reboot and try your update again.
2. Reset Windows Update Components Manually
Still stuck? Go commandline warrior:
Run these commands onebyone in admin command line:
net stop wuauserv net stop cryptSvc net stop bits net stop msiserver ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 Catroot2.old net start wuauserv net start cryptSvc net start bits net start msiserver
That resets Windows Update components—helps remove corrupted files and registry keys.
3. Disable Antivirus Temporarily
Some antivirus tools interfere with updates. Disable your thirdparty antivirus just long enough to run the update again. Be sure to turn it back on immediately afterward.
Still No Luck? Try These Advanced Moves
At this point, most common issues are ruled out. If you’re still seeing 8007010710, it’s time to pull out heavier tools.
Run DISM Tool
Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) helps repair deeper imagelevel issues.
Open Command Prompt in admin mode. Run:
DISM /Online /CleanupImage /RestoreHealth
Let it finish (this may take a while), then reboot. Try the update again.
Create a New Local User Account
Sometimes user profiles themselves are corrupted. Try creating a clean user account:
Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users. Click Add someone else to this PC. Then log in to the new profile and try running the update there.
Check Event Viewer Logs
If you’re technically inclined, Event Viewer can show more details than the update center about what’s failing and why.
Press Win + X, then select Event Viewer. Look under Windows Logs > System or Application and search for references to 8007010710. Use the timestamp to correlate with when the error popped up.
You might see a specific service or executable that’s failing.
Prevent the Error in the Future
Fixing it is one thing, but if you never want to see 8007010710 again, here are habits that help:
Run Windows updates regularly. Don’t let them stack up. Keep antivirus up to date—but also configured not to choke background processes. Uninstall unused drivers and redundant software that may add clutter. Set up automatic system file maintenance—Windows can handle this if enabled under scheduled tasks.
Last resort? If none of the above worked and you’ve ruled out hardware failure (rare, but it happens), a clean installation of Windows may be needed.
8007010710: Not a Permanent Roadblock
The error 8007010710 can seem random and without context, but it’s mostly about disruption in how Windows fetches or installs updates. Sometimes, all it takes is a cache clear, a system scan, or patience. Other times, you’ll need to reset components or dig deeper into logs. The good news—it’s almost always solvable without needing a full wipe.
Even though the code 8007010710 looks intimidating, now you’ve got the plans and tools to beat it.
