[SOLVED] corrupted configuration registry database error windows 10 1809

[russellang]

Hi,

got an error 0x800703e3 while trying to update HID drivers through windows update.
When i tried to manually install the drivers, i get an error saying "configuration registry database is corrupted"

i have attached the cbs file.

Please advise

Thanks in advance

 

[Sysnative Windows Update]

Hi!

Please do the following and then retry the driver install:

Step 1 - Replace Drivers Hive Manually

Warning: this fix is specific to the user in this thread. No one else should follow these instructions as it may cause more harm than good. If you are after assistance, please start a thread of your own.

1. Download DRIVERS.ZIP and save to your desktop.
2. Right-click on it and select Extract all.... Make sure the "Show extracted files when complete" is checked and click Extract.
3. Now we have the DRIVERS file that we will be using to replace your current one.
4. Navigate to C:\Windows\System32\config
5. Right-click on the current DRIVERS file and select rename. Rename it to DRIVERS.bad.
   Note: If you get an error that the file is in use, reboot your computer and then try again.
6. Take the file from the Drivers folder on your desktop and paste it into C:\Windows\System32\config

 

[russellang]

followed the instructions, and was able to manually install my drivers.
Thanks alot.

 

[Sysnative Windows Update]

Great! Thanks for letting me know!