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How to Fix KB5022404 Update Not Installing on Windows 11

Microsoft‘s recent release of the KB5022404 cumulative update for Windows 11 aims to improve system stability and fix several known issues. However, multiple users have reported problems installing or downloading this critical update.

If you are facing this frustrating update error on your Windows 11 device, this comprehensive troubleshooting guide will help resolve the problem.

A Closer Look at What KB5022404 Fixes

Before jumping into solutions, let‘s first examine what‘s included in the KB5022404 update:

  • It improves the reliability of the .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 runtime engines. According to Microsoft‘s documentation, these frameworks provide core software libraries for building Windows desktop apps.

  • Fixes an issue that might cause Element Host controls‘ Visible property to not propagate correctly to the underlying HwndWrapper. This affects Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) apps which rely on these UI controls.

  • Restores expected scrolling behavior for the Windows.UI.Xaml.Controls.VirtualizingStackPanel when handling the CollectionChanged event. This event enables dynamic UI updates in WPF list controls.

  • Resolves an issue that displays menu items in an unexpected order when an application calls the GetSystemMenu API. This should improve consistency of application menu interfaces.

  • Fixes an AccessViolationException error when calling the Socket.EndReceiveFrom method under certain network configurations. According to Microsoft Support, this properly closes socket connections.

In summary, this cumulative update focuses on enhancing the .NET framework, WPF apps, UI interactions, and networking components in Windows 11. Installing KB5022404 is strongly recommended for a more stable and compliant Windows experience.

Troubleshooting the KB5022404 Installation Failure

Without further ado, here are the top solutions to fix the KB5022404 update failing to install or download on your Windows 11 computer:

1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

The Windows Update Troubleshooter is an automated diagnostics and repair tool built into Windows. It can identify and fix many common Windows Update problems.

To run it:

  • Open Settings > System > Troubleshoot
  • Select "Other troubleshooters"
  • Click on "Windows Update" > "Run"
  • Restart your PC and check if the issue is resolved

This troubleshooter will scan your system, diagnose issues with Windows Update, and attempt to automatically repair them. I recommend it as a quick first step before trying more complex solutions.

2. Restart Windows Update Services

Background Windows services related to updating can sometimes crash or get stuck. Restarting them often gets things working properly again.

To restart the services:

  • Open the Start menu and search for "Services"
  • Locate the "Windows Update" service, set Startup Type to Automatic, and click Restart
  • Also restart the "Background Intelligent Transfer Service" (BITS)
  • Restart your PC and check for updates again

Restarting the Windows Update and BITS services resets them, often resolving hiccups in the download and installation workflow for pending updates like KB5022404.

3. Perform In-Place Upgrade with Windows 11 Installation Assistant

You can use the official Windows 11 Installation Assistant tool to upgrade your system and install the latest cumulative updates as one streamlined process.

To use the Installation Assistant:

  • Go to Microsoft‘s website
  • Under Windows 11 Installation Assistant, click "Download now"
  • Run the downloaded EXE and follow the prompts to upgrade and install Windows 11
  • This automatically brings your system up-to-date with recent cumulative updates

The Installation Assistant performs an in-place upgrade, keeping your apps, data, and settings while refreshing core system files — often resolving update issues.

4. Manually Download KB5022404 from Microsoft Update Catalog

If automatic updates aren‘t functioning, you can manually download the KB5022404 package from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

To manually download the update:

  • Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog website
  • In the search bar, enter "KB5022404" and select Search
  • Under Windows 11, choose the correct KB5022404 update for your system architecture (x64 or x86)
  • Click Download to get the CAB installer file
  • Restart your PC and directly install the downloaded update

This circumvents Windows Update to get the files straight from Microsoft‘s catalog. Just ensure you pick the correct architecture version for your CPU.

5. Reset Windows Update Components

Resetting Windows Update components and services often resolves stubborn update failures.

To reset the components:

  • Copy the following commands into Notepad and save as wufix.bat on your desktop:
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop msiserver
net stop cryptsvc 
Ren %Systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
Ren %Systemroot%\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
regsvr32.exe /s atl.dll
regsvr32.exe /s urlmon.dll
regsvr32.exe /s mshtml.dll
netsh winsock reset
netsh winsock reset proxy
rundll32.exe pnpclean.dll,RunDLL_PnpClean /DRIVERS /MAXCLEAN
dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth 
sfc /scannow
net start bits
net start wuauserv  
net start msiserver
net start cryptsvc
  • Run the batch file as Administrator to reset components
  • Restart your PC and see if KB5022404 can now be installed

These commands stop services, rename folders, re-register DLLs, flush DNS cache, run DISM and SFC scans, removing corrupted files or registry issues blocking updates.

6. Clean Install Windows 11 using Media Creation Tool

If you‘ve tried everything else with no luck, a clean install of Windows 11 using the Media Creation Tool can potentially fix the issue.

To clean install Windows 11:

  • Go to Microsoft‘s Windows 11 download page
  • Under "Create installation media", click Download Now
  • Run the Media Creation Tool once downloaded
  • Follow prompts to create bootable Windows 11 media on a USB drive
  • Boot from the media and perform a fresh OS install
  • Fully update Windows after completing the installation

This completely reinstalls Windows 11 removing any corrupted files or registry problems. Be sure to backup data first, as this erases everything.

Diagnosing the Root Causes

Before wrapping up, let‘s examine some potential reasons for the KB5022404 install failure:

  • Corrupted Windows Update cache – Temporary update files can become damaged over time, preventing new updates from downloading or installing correctly. The reset commands we covered can fix this.

  • Conflicts with security software – Antivirus or firewall tools can sometimes block changes made by Windows Updates. Temporarily disabling them may help.

  • SFC and DISM problems – System File Checker and Deployment Image Servicing and Management are crucial for maintaining system integrity. Running scans with them resolves file corruption.

  • Pending restarts – Updates requiring a restart that is postponed can stop other updates from installing. Restarting your PC addresses this.

  • Incompatible drivers – Outdated or broken drivers can trigger conflicts with Windows Updates. Using compatible drivers avoids this.

  • Damaged Windows Update components – Registry issues or corrupted Update services often break the update process. Resetting components fixes them.

  • OS file corruption – Various file system errors can prevent updates from being installed. A clean OS install resolves these low-level issues.

Carefully review the troubleshooting steps above that pertain to your specific situation to resolve the root cause hindering the KB5022404 update installation.

In Closing

Fixing a stubborn Windows Update issue like the KB5022404 failure requires some technical diligence. But systematically working through solutions around resetting Update components, reinstalling Windows, running DISM and SFC scans, and more should clear the problem right up.

Consistently maintaining backups and recovery options gives you greater flexibility when troubleshooting tricky update problems. Let me know if any issues persist after trying the steps outlined here!