Windows Update error 0x8007000e: Not enough memory resources available (also 0x800705aa)
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What these 2 codes mean
This page covers 2 codes: 0x8007000e, 0x800705AA.
0x8007000e: Not enough memory resources available (also 0x800705aa)
Not enough storage is available to complete this operation. (System Error Codes (0-499))
0x800705AA: Insufficient system resources (update)
Insufficient system resources exist to complete the requested service. (System Error Codes (1300-1699))
Code facts
0x8007000e: Not enough memory resources available (also 0x800705aa)
| Code as Windows shows it | 0x8007000e |
|---|---|
| Type | Win32 error code |
| Symbolic name | E_OUTOFMEMORY |
| Hexadecimal, 8 digits | 0x8007000E |
| Decimal (unsigned) | 2147942414 |
| Decimal (signed 32-bit) | -2147024882 |
| Severity | failure |
| Facility | 7 FACILITY_WIN32 |
| Windows error number inside this code | 14 ERROR_OUTOFMEMORY: Not enough storage is available to complete this operation. |
| Group | Windows Update errors |
0x800705AA: Insufficient system resources (update)
| Code as Windows shows it | 0x800705AA |
|---|---|
| Type | Win32 error code |
| Symbolic name | ERROR_NO_SYSTEM_RESOURCES |
| Hexadecimal, 8 digits | 0x800705AA |
| Decimal (unsigned) | 2147943850 |
| Decimal (signed 32-bit) | -2147023446 |
| Severity | failure |
| Facility | 7 FACILITY_WIN32 |
| Windows error number inside this code | 1450 ERROR_NO_SYSTEM_RESOURCES: Insufficient system resources exist to complete the requested service. |
| Group | Windows Update errors |
Code facts: System Error Codes (0-499) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Code facts: [MS-ERREF]: HRESULT Values (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Code facts: System Error Codes (1300-1699) (Microsoft Learn, CC BY 4.0), checked Nov 14, 2026.
Where this error shows up
This code shows up while Windows Update or a Windows upgrade is downloading, installing or setting up.
Applies to
- 0x8007000e: Supported versions of Windows client, Windows Server and Azure Virtual Machines (as listed at the top of the Microsoft page).
- 0x800705AA: Windows client and Windows Server (Learn page)
These steps come from a Microsoft page written for IT administrators.
5 steps to try, in order
Steps are grouped by the Microsoft page they come from. The page lists only what those pages give; other causes of 0x8007000e are not covered. 3 steps are flagged.
If this page and Microsoft's page differ, follow Microsoft's page.
Microsoft also gives general steps that cover these codes: see the general steps in the Windows Update errors group. Each block there says which codes its Microsoft page gives the steps for.
From: Troubleshoot Windows Update error code 0x8007000e or 0x800705aa
Source: Troubleshoot Windows Update error code 0x8007000e or 0x800705aa (Microsoft Learn), checked Nov 14, 2026. © Microsoft, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Steps shortened and reworded by PC Driver Update.
Back up first
Written for IT administrators.
Before you troubleshoot, back up the operating system disk; the Microsoft page asks for this first.
Workaround: clean restart
Written for IT administrators.
Changes boot or startupSign in as an administrator. Search for msconfig and open System Configuration.
Services > Hide all Microsoft services > Disable all.
Startup > Open Task Manager, disable each startup item, close Task Manager, then OK in System Configuration.
Restart, and try the update again.
Microsoft advises: Keep track of what you change so you can undo it, and return the PC to a normal startup when you are done. (How to perform a clean boot in Windows)
Let Windows manage virtual memory
Written for IT administrators.
Changes system memory settingsSearch for sysdm.cpl. In System Properties select Advanced > Performance > Settings > Advanced > Virtual memory > Change.
Make sure Automatically manage paging file size for all drives is selected, then OK.
Restart the computer.
Microsoft advises: Back up your personal files before you try these fixes. (Back up and restore with Windows Backup)
Only if the CBS log points to the registry: reset the registry size limit
Written for IT administrators.
Changes the registryPage warning: back up the registry before changing it; serious problems can occur if it is changed incorrectly.
Open Registry Editor as administrator and go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control.
Right-click RegistrySizeLimit and either Delete it, or Modify it with Value data 0.
Restart and try to update Windows again.
Microsoft advises: Back up the registry before you change it, so you can restore it if a problem occurs. (How to back up and restore the registry in Windows)
From: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows
Source: Troubleshoot problems updating Windows (Microsoft Support), checked Nov 14, 2026. Summary in our own words; Microsoft's page has the full steps.
0x8007000e: From the Windows 10 tab of Microsoft's Windows Update troubleshooting page (Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025). The page asks you to back up your personal files first.
Turn off the VPN
For 0x8007000E.
Windows 10 only.
If you use a VPN, switch it off and try again.
Stop and get help
If these steps do not fix the problem, or you are not sure about a step, stop and get help from Microsoft Support or from the maker of your PC. Stop at once if the data on this computer is at risk: back up your files first, or ask a professional before you go on.
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