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

Tell me about it. I cant update nor system restore now.. Getting frustrated BIG TIME. I have tried everything mentioned in the help section. I'm about ready to go back to windows xp.....will a complete system restore fix this problem???????reformat I mean

Sorry about the system's situation and I certainly understand your frustration.

When did these issues start occurring ... and what is the security suite/antivirus software ?

What is the Vista installation media ... is it Vista w/SP1 ?

If yes , then suggest you format and reinstall Vista.

Then, immediately after doing so,  download, save , and install this update

Description of the Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 software feature update released April 28, 2009

Although it is included in the full file installation package of SP2, I recommend installing it prior to applying SP2 because

Additionally, this update improves reliability when you install or remove Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 SP2.

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If you choose to install SP2 over Windows Update there will be one pre-required package to install, Servicing Stack Update (KB955430), before Windows Update offers you SP2.

The Servicing stack is the component that handles installation and removal of software updates, language packs, and optional windows features. This update is necessary to successfully install and uninstall the service pack; it also improves the performance and reliability of the service pack installation.

Now download the entire SP2 package and save it. ( The link is for 32 bit editions of Vista only. If the edition is 64 bit , click this link )

Then install SP2 with much patience and all of the required restarts.

After that's done, and before you install the AV/security suite, check for updates using the Windows Update applet in Control Panel.

IF the installation media does not contain Service Pack 1, then we'll take a slightly different route but still, NO AV/security suite will be installed until after Vista and subsequent Service Packs/updates are installed.

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Tell me about it. I cant update nor system restore now.. Getting frustrated BIG TIME. I have tried everything mentioned in the help section. I'm about ready to go back to windows xp.....will a complete system restore fix this problem???????reformat I mean

Thanks Mow. He's using 32bit Vista, I'm sure lol because he posted a screen shot of his System screen lol. He's quit responding so i guess I'm done with him. Hopefully though i can see "computer1" this weekend and try some of the stuff with him. Thanks for that link above. When I researched it all I found were Windows server (both versions) references and didn't know if they were applicable. SInce you linked that one I'm assuming they are. thanks again for all your help, you have increased my knowledge and my resource base immeasurably. I'll be back when I get a chance to work on Computer1 (my buddy) again to either let you know what worked or with more questions lol.

Sorry, I did keep switching back and forth between computers. I can't seem to get them to the same "point." Yes I was referring to computer 2. And yes we downloaded the stand alone full package. The error he got the first time was REGDB_E_CLASSNOTREG (0X80040154). As I said above, I did not believe the Sp2 installation problem was an issue related to his WiFi, but rather something Veenkarta in Delhi seized upon (when the customer mentioned it) after it was apparent that resolution of the situation was going to take too long and he gets paid by the number of calls he brings to a successful conclusion. I was merely verifying my suspicions that WiFi or any connectivity has nothing to do with the installation of SP2. You have done so lol.

0X80040154 would indicate that a required .dll is not registered. IF that were somehow attributable to the LAN/WiFi, then I think that disconnecting from same would workaround that issue. However, reconnecting after the application of SP2 might then be an issue.

IF the system in question is 64 bit, then see this blog post for a possible clue

CreateObiect fails with 0X80040154

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