How To Repair Microsoft Windows Error Code 0x80072ee7

The Microsoft Windows 0x80072ee7 error code is a problem experienced by users of Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 8.1, Vista and Microsoft Windows 10 Operating System. However, it is usders of Microsoft Windows 10 OS who are most affected. Indeed, the problem has been and is experienced by PC users after release of Microsoft Windows 10 OS.

Error code 0x80072ee7 is actually a Microsoft Windows Store error that appears with the message “The server has stumbled” or “We couldn’t connect to the server”. You may also receive a message indicating that you do not have Internet connection when your PC is actually connected to the Internet.

Why Am I Getting Error Code 0X80072EE7 in Microsoft Windows

Although the error code can appear any time while trying to use an app,it is most likely to appear when connecting to Microsoft Windows Store. There are several reasons why the error code appears every time you try connecting;

• Download of corrupt Microsoft Windows Defender files.
• Incomplete installation of Microsoft Windows Defender files.
• Corrupt Microsoft Windows Registry.
• Virus or Malware infection.
• Accidental deletion of files dependent on the Microsoft Windows Defender files.

Fixing Error code 0x80072ee7 in Microsoft Windows store

These are just few possible reasons why the Microsoft Windows Store error 0x80072ee7 can appear on your screen. However, you may also experience other issues long before appearance of the error code. Some of the issues you may experience that should serve as a warning include;

• Crashing of an open Microsoft Windows program.
• Sluggish PC that takes long to respond to both keyboard and mouse commands.
• Random freezing of your PC.
• Microsoft Windows update failure.
• Inability to install or uninstall desired program(s).
• Appearance of the dreaded blue screen.
   

FIXING Microsoft Windows STORE ERROR CODE 0X80072EE7

There are several methods for resolving Microsoft Windows 0x80072ee7 error. While some methods are simple, others can be a bit complicated. There is really no single method for resolving the problem because of the many causative reasons.

Method 1 – RUN Microsoft Windows FILE CHECKER TOOL

This is one of the simplest methods that resolves the problem in case of corrupted System file(s).

Step 1. Click the Start button and type “Command” in the search box.
Step 2. Hold down Ctrl + Shift on the keyboard before pressing Enter.
Step 3. Type “SCF/scannow” after the blinking cursor in the black area before pressing Enter.
Step 4. The tool should start running to check and fix any file issues it identifies. It is good to be patient as the process can take some time.
 

Method 2: Virus/Malware Scan

You may experience 0x80072ee7 error code simply because of your failure to scan your PC for harmful virus or malware on a regular basis. Try scanning your PC for both virus and malware using an effective and up-to-date anti-virus/malware software to see of doing so resolves the issue.

Method 3: Define Your DNS Server Settings

It is possible to receive 0x80072ee7 error code because of incorrect configuration of DNS sever settings.

• Search or Open Network & Sharing Center.
• Click on Change Adapter settings to view your Internet connection.
• Right click on your current Internet connection before selecting to see its properties.
• Click on “Internet protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” before selecting “properties”.
• Select DNS Server 8.8.8.8 and Alternate DNS 8.8.4.4 as your preferred server connection settings and click OK.
• You need to restart your PC for the above changes or configuration to take effect, which should resolve the error depending on the cause.
   

Method 4: Registry Repair

It may be necessary to undertake repair of your PC’s registry in case the above methods fail to resolve the error code. However, you need to avoid repairing the registry on your own because any mistake is most likely to lead to damage of the OS.

It is very important that you make use of a reliable Registry Repair Tool that automatically detects and fixes PC registry errors.

Method 5: Re-registration of Microsoft Windows Store

Re-registering your Microsoft Windows Store in your Microsoft Windows 10 account may be your remaining option in resolving the 0x80072ee7 error. Your first step is to ensure that your PC’s time, date and time zone are correct for smooth synchronization.

Re-registering your Microsoft Windows Store involves uninstalling the present store, which requires that you have administrative rights of the PC. It is also important to note that you cannot uninstall a built-in app though settings. You can only do so though the native PowerShell or another tool provided by a third-party.

There are several methods that you can use to uninstall and re-install your Microsoft Windows Store but below the simplest and straightforward method;

1. Type “Microsoft Windows PowerShell” in the search box before right-clicking and selecting admin option.
2. Type “Get-Appxpackage-Allusers” in the prompt before scrolling down to locate the Microsoft Windows Store App. Use Ctrl + C to copy Microsoft Windows Store’s full name (you cannot right-click to copy).
3. Enter the following command while pasting the copied name in the correct position: Add-AppxPackage-register ”C:/Program Files\WindowsApps\”.-DisableDevelopmentMode

It is very important to ensure that the “C” is the correct host drive for Microsoft Windows 10. You can change it to specify the correct drive just in case. You should be able to get rid of the annoying 0x80072ee7 error after the installation and re-starting your PC.

OR

To Re-register Microsoft Windows Store in Microsoft Windows 10, Open Command Prompt as Administrator and paste the below code and hit Enter

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”