Microsoft windows update problems windows 7

Not being able to install the update VZ posted is just another problem which has been somewhat explained. Most likely you're not switching your update settings to Never check for updates and restarting the machine Before attempting to manually install KB As the title suggests, I have been having problems with windows updates. It just keeps going and never downloads anything. Not a single kB. I have been trying to solve this problem for about an hour now, and I have no clue what to do.

If you could help me with this, I would be most grateful. Thanks in advance. This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread.

I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Previous Next. Volume Z. Regards, VZ. Was this reply helpful? Yes No. Sorry this didn't help. Thanks for your feedback. See if it works. Open administrative Command Prompt and type following commands one-by-one followed by Enter key. Close Command Prompt and see if Windows Updates works then.

Hello MartinScherer1, Good day! I'm John Dev a Windows user like you and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you. What is your current Windows version and edition? Please try the following methods below. Click Start, type services. If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation, type the password, or click Continue.

Double-click Background Intelligent Transfer Service. Kindly let me know if this helps or if you have any further concerns. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP Potentially Unwanted Products.

What an effort to install KB! After two unsuccessful attempts I tried the last one with no expectations and went for a coffee.

Finally no update roll back message after reboot. On my Lenovo laptop every month is a surprise. Now I add the coffee as propitiatory rituals. First comment on deskmodder blog web portal not recommend to install january monthly security and the only security for windows 7, for various reasons.

Only the NET updates are safe for install. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Please click on the following link to open the newsletter signup page: Ghacks Newsletter Sign up.

Ghacks is a technology news blog that was founded in by Martin Brinkmann. It has since then become one of the most popular tech news sites on the Internet with five authors and regular contributions from freelance writers. Search for:. Martin Brinkmann. Windows Updates.

The steps provided here should help fix any errors that come up during the Windows Update process. What does this guided walk-through do? Common error codes The steps in this guided walk-through should help with all Windows Update errors and other issues— you don't need to search for the specific error to solve it. How does it work? Need more help? Join the discussion. Was this information helpful?