On 10/18 the error code is: 80246007
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-ca/windows/windows-update-error-80246007#1TC=windows-7
(Microsoft search for
0x80246007
)
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you might need to change or restart the Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS).
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FWIW in W10 I have noticed that there is now a BITS troubleshooter. Apparently that does not exist on W8.1. However, previously some related repairs have been done by the Windows Update Troubleshooter (aka WUT). So, try that. You shouldn't need to use the download. Just try the built-in one.
Good luck
Robert Aldwinckle