Fixing Error 0x800f0818: Feature Installation Issues on Windows Server 2012
To address the error code 0x800f0818 in Windows Server 2012, follow these steps:
- Update your system: Ensure your server has the latest updates. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and select Check for updates.
- Utilize DISM: Launch Command Prompt as an administrator and enter: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth. This command helps fix any corrupt files.
- Run System File Checker: In an admin Command Prompt, input: sfc /scannow. This checks for corrupt system files and repairs them.
- Turn off antivirus software: Antivirus can block feature installation. Disable it temporarily and attempt the installation again.
- Install using media: If previous steps fail, use Windows Server installation media. Insert the media, execute setup.exe, select 'Upgrade,' and follow the on-screen instructions.