To fix the Windows Error 0X80070103, go to Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters. Run Windows Update troubleshooter and apply fixes.
The Windows Update error 0x80070103 typically indicates that Windows Update is trying to install a driver that is already installed or a driver that is incompatible. It’s a common error that often resolves itself or can be safely ignored.
It happens most often when:
Windows Update tries to push an older or optional driver update for graphics cards, printers, or network adapters.
You’ve already installed the latest driver from the manufacturer.
The driver being installed is meant for slightly different hardware.
Common Fixes
1. Hide or Skip the Problematic Update
If the device works fine, you can simply block Windows from reinstalling that driver:
Download Microsoft’s Show or Hide Updates troubleshooter:
wushowhide.diagcab download linkRun it and select Hide updates.
Check the box for the driver update causing 0x80070103.
Finish and restart your PC.
2. Install the Driver Manually
Identify the device:
Press Win + X → Device Manager.
Find the device with the update issue.
Visit the manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel, Realtek, etc.).
Download and install the latest driver manually.
Restart the PC.
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3. Clear Windows Update Cache
If Windows is stuck retrying a bad update:
Press Win + R, type:
Stop Windows Update service.
Go to:
and delete all files inside.
Restart Windows Update service.
Check for updates again.
4. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter
Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters.
Run Windows Update troubleshooter and apply fixes.
💡 Tip:
This error isn’t critical — it usually just means “Windows tried to install a driver you don’t need.”
If your hardware is working fine, you can safely ignore or hide that update.
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