Windows mail setup error 0x80070490

The infamous error 0x80070490!

Error 0x80070490 is a generic error code that can occur in various Windows Mail setup scenarios. Here are some possible causes and solutions to help you resolve the issue:

Causes:

  1. Corrupted Windows Mail settings: Incorrect or incomplete settings can cause the error.
  2. Outdated Windows Mail: If you're using an outdated version of Windows Mail, it might not be compatible with your system.
  3. Mail account issues: Problems with your email account settings, such as incorrect credentials or server issues, can cause the error.
  4. Windows Update issues: Conflicts with Windows Update can prevent Windows Mail from setting up correctly.
  5. System file corruption: Corrupted system files can cause the error.

Solutions:

  1. Reset Windows Mail settings: Try resetting Windows Mail settings to their default values. To do this:
    • Go to Start > Settings > Mail.
    • Click on "Manage accounts" and select the account that's causing the issue.
    • Click on "Reset" and follow the prompts.
  2. Update Windows Mail: Ensure you're running the latest version of Windows Mail. You can check for updates in the Microsoft Store or through Windows Update.
  3. Check email account settings: Verify that your email account settings are correct. Make sure you have the correct username, password, and server settings.
  4. Run Windows Update troubleshooter: Run the Windows Update troubleshooter to identify and fix any issues with Windows Update.
  5. System file checker: Run the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan and repair corrupted system files:
    • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
    • Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
  6. Re-register Windows Mail: Try re-registering Windows Mail:
    • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
    • Type regsvr32 %windir%\system32\mailapi.dll and press Enter.
  7. Reset Windows Mail: If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting Windows Mail to its default state:
    • Go to Start > Settings > Apps.
    • Find Windows Mail in the list of installed apps.
    • Click on "Advanced options" and then click on "Reset" to reset the app to its default state.

If none of these solutions work, you may want to try reinstalling Windows Mail or seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.