A one-click fix for Windows Update problems - How do I reset Windows Update components ?

Please provide relevant information, such as:

1. The edition of Vista and what Service Packs have been applied
2. The name of the installed antivirus/security suite and if a 3rd party firewall is being used
3. How long this issue has been occurring
4. Is the antivirus/security suite's subscription current; is it up to date in regards to the latest definitions;

when was the last time the system was scanned for the presence of malware.

In addition to the above information, please try another attempt at updating. If/when updating fails, close the Windows Update applet and then read this:

How to read the Windowsupdate.log file

Please post back with the requested information and copy&paste the last 50 or so lines of the WindowsUpdate.log into your reply, too.

What we're looking for is FATAL error codes, as explained in the KB article.

MowGreen MVP Data Center Management - Update Services Consumer Security

I can't check for, download or install updates through Windows Update.  HELP!

Optimism and Reality collide sometimes . <w>

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MowGreen MVP Data Center Management - Update Services Consumer Security

Can that be the slogan for Windows 7? :-p

Aaron Oxford - Remember you paid money for this!

Anilsethia: This is for Windows Vista, you have to get the right forum. As for the fixit not working you may have deeper issues and should try to repair Windows.

Aaron Oxford - Remember you paid money for this!