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How to Resolve Error Code 0x80070057: Windows Vista Fixes

Multiple effective strategies exist for addressing the error code 0x80070057 on Windows Vista:

  1. Utilize the System File Checker (SFC) tool: This essential tool checks for and repairs any corrupt system files. To employ SFC, proceed as follows:

    • Press the Start button and enter 'cmd' in the search field.
    • Right-click on Command Prompt and choose 'Run as administrator'.
    • Enter 'sfc /scannow' and hit Enter.
    • Allow the tool to finish its scan and then reboot your system.

  2. Examine your hard disk for errors: Errors on your hard disk could also trigger this issue. To inspect your hard disk, do the following:
    • Press the Start button and enter 'cmd' in the search field.
    • Right-click on Command Prompt and choose 'Run as administrator'.
    • Type 'chkdsk /f /r' and hit Enter.
    • Complete the check and restart your system.

  3. Deactivate antivirus software temporarily: At times, antivirus programs may disrupt the process of Windows updates, leading to this error. Consider disabling your antivirus briefly and attempt the update again.

  4. Refresh Windows Update components: Corruption within Windows Update components can also cause this error. To refresh these components, follow these instructions:

    • Press the Start button and enter 'cmd' in the search field.
    • Right-click on Command Prompt and choose 'Run as administrator'.
    • Execute the following commands sequentially, pressing Enter after each:
       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
    • Restart your system and attempt the Windows update once more.

  5. Initiate a clean boot: Interferences from third-party software can also cause this error. To initiate a clean boot, follow these steps:

    • Press the Start button and type 'msconfig' in the search box.
    • Select the System Configuration app from the results.
    • Go to the Services tab and select the 'Hide all Microsoft services' checkbox.
    • Press the Disable all button.
    • Move to the Startup tab and click the Open Task Manager link.
    • Disable all items listed under Startup in the Task Manager.
    • Close the Task Manager and click OK in the System Configuration app.
    • Restart your system and try updating Windows once more.

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