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How to Fix Fix Windows Error 0x80070032 (REQUEST_NOT_SUPPORTED) on Windows

Getting error 0x80070032 during Windows Update, app installation, or backup? Fix this "request not supported" error on Windows 10 and 11.

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Main Troubleshooting Guide

How to Fix Windows Update Errors

Complete symptoms, causes, and step-by-step solutions

Symptoms

You might be experiencing this problem if you notice:

  • Windows Update fails with error 0x80070032
  • Microsoft Store app install fails with this error
  • Windows Backup shows error 0x80070032
  • File History returns this error code
  • Error appears when enabling Windows features
  • Copying files to certain locations triggers this error

Common Causes

  • Windows Update service in an invalid state
  • Feature or operation not supported on this Windows edition
  • Corrupted Windows Update components
  • Backup destination doesn't support the requested operation
  • File system or disk doesn't support the feature (e.g., FAT32 limitations)

Solutions

Solution 1: Reset Windows Update

  1. 1CMD as Administrator:
  2. 2net stop wuauserv && net stop bits
  3. 3ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
  4. 4net start wuauserv && net start bits
  5. 5Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates

Solution 2: Run Update Troubleshooter

  1. 1Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters
  2. 2Click Run next to "Windows Update"
  3. 3Follow the prompts and apply any fixes
  4. 4Restart PC and retry the operation

Solution 3: Repair System Files

  1. 1CMD as Administrator:
  2. 2DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
  3. 3sfc /scannow
  4. 4Restart PC
  5. 5If error is with backup: try a different destination drive (NTFS formatted)
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