Error 0x80070570 means Windows tried to read data and found it corrupted or unreadable. It can appear during Windows Update, software installation, or file copying from USB/external media.
This applies to Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Does This Affect You?
The right fix depends on where the error appears. For Windows Update, reset update cache. For installers, repair system files. For USB or external drives, scan the drive and check the source file.
Reset Windows Update Cache
- Open Command Prompt as administrator.
- Run
net stop wuauserv. - Run
net stop bits. - Run
ren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old. - Run
net start wuauservandnet start bits. - Restart and try Windows Update again.
Repair System Files
- Open Command Prompt as administrator.
- Run
sfc /scannow. - Run
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth. - Restart and retry the update or installer.
Check USB or External Drive Errors
- Open File Explorer.
- Right-click the USB or external drive and choose Properties.
- Open the Tools tab.
- Under Error checking, click Check, then scan and repair.
- Try copying again. If the same file fails, download or copy the original again from another source.
If the Error Keeps Returning
Run a Full Disk Check
Run chkdsk C: /f /r from an administrator Command Prompt and schedule it for restart if prompted.
Clear Temporary Files
Run Disk Cleanup and remove temporary files. Damaged temp data can interrupt program installs.
Check Drive Health
If unrelated files and locations keep producing the same error, back up important data and run the SSD or hard drive manufacturer’s diagnostic tool.
Sources
- Microsoft Support: Windows Update error codes
- Microsoft Support: Fix Windows Update errors
- Microsoft Support: Check your hard drive for errors