Error E305 occurs when updating your console software

You see one of the following error codes when you try to update your console software:

E305
E305 xxxxxxxx xxxxxxxx

Note The “x” digits vary.

Solution

To resolve this problem, use the Xbox One System Update Solution:

Go to the Xbox One System Update Solution.
Select I am getting an error message or an error code.
Select I am getting an error code.
Scroll down the screen and select E305 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX.
Follow the instructions in Step 4 to successfully update your console.

Related Issues

How to use the Offline System Update Diagnostic Tool on Xbox One

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