Decoding and Troubleshooting Error Code 80072EFD

 If you ever come across the error code 80072EFD using a Windows machine, you are not the only one. It is a rather frequent problem especially when trying to access several Microsoft services for instance Windows updates or the Microsoft Store. This error tends to suggest possible issues with the internet connectivity or the connection between you and the Microsoft servers.

In this article, we will explain what error code 80072EFD is, why it occurs, and how you can resolve it.

What is Error Code 80072EFD?

Error code 80072EFD usually comes up in a situation that almost all Windows devices fail to connect to the Microsoft servers. This may occur due to any of the following reasons:

Download and install Windows updates

Access the Microsoft Store

Activate Windows

Other Microsoft services.

The error message associated with this code typically reads:

“Windows Update encountered an unknown error. 80072EFD“

Most of the time the above error is accompanied by a statement conveying that the user may not have an active internet connection or sources preventing connection to the Microsoft servers.

Probable Causes Of The Error Code 80072EFD:

There may be several reasons for this error. Some of the prevalent reasons are listed below:

Network Connection Problems

In the event that your pc cannot reach the appropriate Microsoft servers, any attempts to carry out the update will be terminated. This could happen due to network connection issues such as a slow or intermittent connection to the internet.

Firewall or proxy settings

It is common for Microsoft servers to be inaccessible due to the Windows Firewall or any other third-party firewall installed in the system. In the same way, if you are behind a proxy and have a few settings wrong, the update process may not proceed.

Damaged Operating System Files

Corruption of the system files might equally result in complications when trying to access or upgrade Microsoft services.
Problems with Windows Update Service

For instance, you may be unable to download and install updates correctly because the Windows Update service is not functioning as expected.