Windows 10 KB5001649 does not install with error 0x80070541

Windows 10 update KB5001649 now tries to find its way to machines in version 20H2 / 2004, but it apparently fails to install with 0x80070541 error code. This optional “emergency” update was released earlier today to address the blue screen of death and other user-reported issues, according to Microsoft.

But what is more interesting is that KB5001649 does not install with 0x80070541 or error code 0x80070070. The installation error “0x80070541” is most likely due to compatibility issues with the Windows 10 March 2021 updates, which were released on March 9.

“We were unable to install this update, but you can try again (0x80070541). 2021-03 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 20H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5001649) ”, indicates the error message, as shown in the screenshot below:

To date, the problem seems to be widespread and we have been able to reproduce it on all of our devices. For those who encounter the problem, you have two options: manually download and install the cumulative update from the Microsoft Update Catalog or simply pause the update.

It’s also important to understand that this is an optional update, which means you don’t have to apply it unless you really need to fix the blue screens when you update it. printing of documents.

How to fix error 0x80070541 while installing KB5001649

To fix error 0x80070541 in Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog from here.
2. Or you can also search for the update using the KB number.
3. As the screenshot below shows, you need to click on the “Download” button to get the correct version / edition of Windows 10.
   
4. If you don’t know your system configuration, open Settings> System> About and check the system type.
5. A pop-up window appears when you click the download button.
   
6. Click the link for the .msu file to download it. If you are using Google Chrome, you may need to right click on the link and select “Save As” to start the download.
   
7. Click on the downloaded file to start the installation.
   
8. Click “Yes” to confirm your decision.

Once done, the “Updates being installed” window will appear on your screen and a restart will be required to complete the installation.

Pause Windows Updates

If you’re concerned about these botched updates, you can always put them on hold for a month until Microsoft fixes the bugs.

To pause updates, go to Settings> Update & Security> Windows Update and click on “Advanced options” On the next screen, find the “Pause updates” section and select a date until which suspend updates.

Note that you can only pause updates for up to 35 days through the Settings app. If you want better control over updates, you should configure policies using Group Policy Editor or use a registry hack.