0x80070103

emersonk

Hi everyone,

I recently encountered an error code 0x80070103 while trying to update a driver on my Windows system. From what I understand, this might be related to trying to install a driver that's already installed or is not compatible with my hardware.

Has anyone else faced this issue before? How did you resolve it? Any suggestions on steps I should take to troubleshoot or fix this error would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance for your help!

pat

emersonk

Check Installed Drivers: Verify the currently installed version of the driver that Windows is attempting to update. You can do this by opening Device Manager, locating the device in question, right-clicking on it, and selecting "Properties." Then, go to the "Driver" tab to view the driver details, including the version number.
Review Windows Update History: Check the Windows Update history to see if the driver update has been previously installed successfully or failed. You can do this by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > View update history.
Manually Update Drivers: If you believe the driver update is necessary, you can try manually updating the driver from the manufacturer's website. Visit the support website of the device's manufacturer, search for the latest driver for your specific hardware model, download it, and install it manually.
Rollback Driver: If you suspect that the currently installed driver is causing compatibility issues, you can try rolling back to the previous version. In Device Manager, right-click on the device, select "Properties," go to the "Driver" tab, and choose "Roll Back Driver" if available.
Hide Driver Update: If you're certain that the driver update is not needed or is causing issues, you can use the "Show or hide updates" troubleshooter package from Microsoft to hide the specific driver update from Windows Update. This prevents it from being offered again in the future. You can download the troubleshooter package from the Microsoft website and follow the instructions provided.
Contact Support: If you're unable to resplve the issue on your own, consider contacting Microsoft Support or the device manufacturer's support for further assistance. They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting steps or guidance tailored to your specific situation.