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0x80072f8f - 0x20000 Media Creation Tool Error [Fix]
Make sure you have admin rights or try other quick solutions ✅
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Updated onSeptember 23, 2024
updated onSeptember 23, 2024
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Upgrading your Windows computer should be a straightforward process, but sometimes an error code like “0x80072f8f – 0x20000” can pop up and make things confusing. This error might happen because of simple things like your computer’s clock being set to the wrong time, or more complex issues like conflicts with other programs on your computer.
Don’t worry, though! This guide is here to help you understand what’s causing the error and how to fix it. Whether you’re usingWindows 10orWindows 7, the solutions provided here are easy to follow and will get you back on track with your Windows upgrade.
?What causes error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000?
There are multiple causes for this error, with these being the most common ones:
If you have these problems and you’re getting an error message when trying to run Media Creation Tool stating thatThere was a problem running this tool,check the tested fixes below.
How do I fix error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000?
1. Run the Media Creation tool as an administrator ✅
- Locate and navigate to the folder where theMedia Creation Toolis stored.
2.Right-click on it to open the context menu.
3.SelectRun as administratorfrom the context menu.
4.ClickYesin theUAC (User Account Control)prompt.
- Check if the issue persists.
If you are not running the Media Creation tool with administrative privileges, there’s a chance that you are encountering the error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000 because of that.
Therefore, manually running it as an admin is likely to fix the issue.
If this method doesn’t work in Windows 10, head to the next one.
2. Enable TLS 1.2 using the Registry
Enabling Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.2 in Windows 7,8 and 10 is essential for secure network communication. This guide, requiring administrative access, will lead you through the process using the Windows Registry Editor. Care must be taken, as incorrect changes to the registry can cause system issues.
Enabling TLS 1.2 in Windows 10 through the Registry Editor is a straightforward process that will help you get rid of 0x80072f8f – 0x20000 Media Creation Tool Error. If this does not solve your issue, please continue with the following fixing method.
3. Perform a Clean Boot
If the problem does not appear with a clean boot, you may now try to locate the culprit program or service.
The simplest method to handle this is using athird-party specialized removal applicationto remove stubborn apps while in Clean Boot mode.
Otherwise, you could also utilize anautomatic PC repair methodthat is capable of cleaning the Windows OS and thus restoring your system files. Such software is designed to detect various system issues and repair them quickly with its patented technology. This way, you can get rid of such Media Creation errors.
4. Check your date and time
5. Clear the software distribution folder
After following these steps, restart the computer for the changes to effect, and check if the error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000 is fixed.
Nite than cleaning up the software distribution folder can also help withMedia Creation Tool’s refusal to update your PC.
6. Modify the registry
This registry fix has helped many users eliminate the error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000, so try it in Windows 10. In all likelihood, the error should be fixed after this.
7. Uninstall antivirus or other conflicting apps
If you remove your antivirus, you can take a look at thesebest and most reliable antiviruses for Windows.
Error code 0x80072f8f – 0x20000 is a common issue and it can lead toWindows installation fails, so it’s important that you fix it.
Please tell us which fix worked and the iteration of Windows on which you were facing the problem in the comments section below.
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
