FIX We Couldn't Install Some Updates Because the PC Was Turned Off [Tutorial]
FIX We Couldn't Install Some Updates Because the PC Was Turned Off Tutorial.
If Windows 10 Updates throws out this error We couldn’t install some updates because the PC was turned off, then here is what you need to do to get out of this mess. These updates usually happen for some basic reasons like power issues, invalid signatures, corrupt update files and so on.
1] Basic PC Troubleshooting
If you are having this trouble on your Laptop, we would highly recommend you to connect to the power source and click on Install Update button. Also, make sure that the PC stays awake until Windows Update is complete. Both will make sure the computer doesn’t enter into an idle state and interrupt the update process.
2] Delete Files from Software Distribution Folder
When Windows downloads the updates, they are kept in a dedicated folder called as Software Distribution. Files download here are automatically deleted once the installation is complete. However, if it doesn’t clean up or if an installation is still pending, you have two choices. First, delete all the files in it after pausing Windows Update Service. Second, try restarting the computer multiple times to see if the update process automatically starts. Follow this procedure to clear the contents of the SoftwareDistribution folder. Once done try to install the Update again.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops,and tablets running the Windows 10 operating system (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba,Lenovo, and Samsung).