Can I delete Windows updates to free up disk space?

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• Can I delete old updates to save hard disk space?

  updates Windows stores these files on my drive hard ex: a29c773a897052e697775d
  each has about 59 files in the folder and to take disk space. These can be deleted?

  some of the files have hotfixinstaller? Installer fixes hotiron?

  Thanks for the help.

  Yes, feel free to remove them. ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

• Windows Update ate all my disk space

  I ran Windows Update yesterday and my hard drive (C :) happened to have 15 GB of free space to 302 Mo. What was done wrong and how can I solve this problem? Just, I did a disk cleanup now and find themselves with 3.74 GB free, so basically he did not so much. Help, please! I only have Vista and my anti-virus (Trend Micro Internet Security Pro) on this drive

  Select Start, all programs, accessories, System Tools, cleaning disk to emptying your trash, delete temporary Internet files and other selected options. I recommend also you click Other Options, System Restore and delete all but the last system restore point. Run Disk Defragmenter.

  Using the system restore option is most appropriate when your system is slow and you need to increase the free disk space on your C partition. If you have errors that could be solved by using the system restore to your system settings back to before the error occurred initially do not use this option.

  If more than one person uses the computer and they have their own user log you need to run Disk Cleanup in each user profile that you want to delete all the unwanted files.

  A better program of disk cleanup is cCleaner. Delete System Restore points may be important if you have little free disk space. The ability to delete them is one of the tools options. You can selectively remove those created in less important moments.

  cCleaner comes with a registry tool. Do not use this tool as any registry cleaner could lead to the creation of very difficult to resolve system errors.
   http://www.CCleaner.com/download

  What the computer is mainly used?

  Your computer is a desktop or a laptop? What is the brand of computer and the moel?

  What is the hard drive? Are there other partitions or internal hard drives with free space on the disk?

• Can I delete Windows updates from the hard drive after installing SP3?

  I need to recover space on my hard drive.

  See: SP3 after Installation Cleanup:
  http://www.aumha.NET/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=33827

  Have you thought about a bigger hard drive? TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2010 - Update Services

• downloaded updates of files can I delete the installation packages to free up disk space

  After having been to the bass and installed, can I delete the installation packages to free up disk space
  and how?

  This problem may occur if the Windows Update software distribution folder has been corrupted. We can refer to the following steps to rename this folder. Please note that the file will be re-created the next time we visit the Windows Update site.

  I. close all open windows.

  II. click on the "Start" button, click "all programs" and click "Accessories".

  III. - click on "command prompt" and click "run as administrator".

  IV. in "administrator: command prompt"window, type "net stop WuAuServ" (without the quotes) and press ENTER. "

  Note: Please, look at the cmd window and make sure that it is said that it was successfully stopped before we try to rename the folder.

  V. click on the Start button, in the "Search" box, type "%windir%" (without the quotes) and press ENTER.

  VI. in the opened folder, find the folder named "C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution".

  VII. right click on the folder, select Rename and type "SDold" (without the quotes) to rename this folder.

  VIII. while still in the "administrator: command prompt" window, type the command "net start WuAuServ" (without the quotes) in the opened window to restart the service Windows updates.

  Note: Please, look at the cmd window and make sure that it is said that it has been started.

  Reset.

  UTC/GMT is 12:31 on Tuesday, October 25, 2011

• Can I delete the iin Windows 7 Windows.old folder to free up disk space?

  I have just completed a full install of win 7, I was told this would save my old installation of victory as windows.old, I can remove this folder to free up disk space

  Yes, you can, but make sure that all important data is copied to.

  How can I delete Windows.old folder? -Microsoft Corporation...

• How can I delete (permanently) updates that Microsoft recommends? It maintains lists for Microsoft Office, which I don't have on my computer.

  How can I delete (permanently) updates that Microsoft recommends?  It maintains lists for Microsoft Office, which I don't have on my computer.

  Hello

  / Do you have an older version, spectators or one test on the system? Those who may be why the
  try to install updates - a glitch is also possible.

  Control Panel - Windows Updates - right click on updates and SKIN

  also follow these steps:

  How to reset the Windows Update components? -a Mr Fixit
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058

  Description of the system for Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, update tool and
  for Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947821

  I hope this helps.
  Rob - bicycle - Mark Twain said it is good.

• How can I fix windows update agent 32-bit vista Windows Update agent 7.6.7600.256 keep for lack of 8007041D error code

  How can I fix windows update agent 32-bit vista Windows Update agent 7.6.7600.256 keep for lack of 8007041D error code

  Clean boot tried tried reboot fix he said componet needs to be repaired

  Please answer each of the following [admittedly tedious] diagnostic questions in a numbered list type in your very next answer (no need to quote this post):

  1. when (date about) don't you buy the computer?

  2. What is the full name of your application or the installed antivirus security suite and when (date about) is your subscription current expires?  What (other than Defender) anti-spyware applications are installed?  What third-party firewall (if applicable)?

  3 a Norton or McAfee application ALREADY installed on the computer?

  4. do you have a free trial Norton, or a test of free McAfee [a] come preinstalled on the computer when you bought it? (No matter if you have never used or activated).

  5 are ALL the following updates listed in installed updates (not update history)? [1]

  (a) KB2705219, KB2712808, KB2744842 [KB2722913 or KB2719177 or KB2699988], KB2731847 [or KB2718523] and maybe KB2736233;

  (b) KB2698365, KB2691442, KB2655992 & KB2719985 [or maybe KB2721691];

  (c) KB2685939 and possibly KB2686833.

  (d) KB2658846, KB2659,262, KB2660649,562, KB2688338 & KB2690533 KB2676;

  (e) KB2393802 KB2644615, KB2633171, and especially KB971029.

  6. If Windows Vista Service Pack 2 is listed in the installed updates, when (the exact date) he was installed according to the history of the update (this time)? [2]

  7A. is the 7 Version of Java Update 7 (or higher) installed? TEST HERE in USING INTERNET EXPLORER (ONLY!)-online http://java.com/en/download/installed.jsp

  7 b. v11.4.402.278 is Adobe Flash Player (or higher) installed? TEST HERE in USING INTERNET EXPLORER (ONLY!)-online http://www.adobe.com/software/flash/about/7. Is Firefox, Chrome or any other alternative browser installed?

  8 is Firefox or another alternative browser installed in addition to Chrome?

  9 have you ever had the opportunity to do a repair installation or a clean installation of Windows?

  10. are you familiar with "Registry cleaners" (e.g., Registry Mechanic;) System Mechanic; RegCure; RegClean Pro. Advanced SystemCare. Registry Booster; McAfee QuickClean. AVG PC TuneUp. Norton Registry Cleaner; PCTools optimizer; SpeedUpMyPC; PC Doctor; TuneUp Utilities; WinMaximizer; WinSweeper; Comodo System Cleaner. Advanced System Optimizer. CCleaner Registry Cleaner)?

  ==================================================
  [1] start | Control Panel | Programs and features. See installed updates (in the left menu)

  [2] start | Control Panel | Windows Update | View the update history (in the left menu)

• Y at - it a registry key to check if the current user can install a windows updates? also, what registry key that is used to verify whether a user is an administrator or not. Thank you...

  Y at - it a registry key to check if the current user can install a windows updates? also, what registry key that is used to verify whether a user is an administrator or not. Thank you...

  There is no need to check the registry keys to see if you can install updates or not.

  You just need to be connected to an administrator account to install the Windows updates.

  You can check if you are in an administrator account by trying taks simple administrattor. For example. Try to change the time system.

  If you can change the time, you are an administrator; no other.

• I can't get windows update to run on windows 7

  I did a clean upgrade from windows xp to windows 7.
  When I try to update 7 I get this message
  Windows Update cannot currently check the updates, you may have to restart your computer, I have done this 6 times now nothing works.
  When I click on the flag with a cross indicating that I can see.
  Windows Update shows a red shield with a white cross on it and a red bar on the left side.

  I hope there, can someone help me because it is driving me crazy

  Your Windows Update Service is running?

  Mine wasn't even there! I solved the problem with the fix described here:
  http://www.eggheadcafe.com/software/ASPNET/29432882/automatic-update-service.aspx
  Basically, there are:
  regsvr32 c:\windows\system32\wuaueng.dll

  in a command window.
  After restarting my Windows Update service appeared in the services.msc and everything was back to normal.
  Success!
  Rik

• I can't use windows update. I get an error when I try to use it.

  I can't use windows update. I get an error when I try to use it. Someone knows how to solve this problem

  Original title: I have a desktop pc with windows xp, I can't use windows update. An error when I try to use it. Someone has any idea how to solve this problem.

  You must be at Service Pack 3 level before you can use Windows updates.

  To determine which service pack is currently installed on your computer, follow these steps:

  1. Click Startand then click run.
  2. Copy and paste, or type the following command, and then click OK:

  winver

  A dialog box displays the version of Windows and the service pack that is currently installed on your computer.

  If you haven't already done so, you will need to install the SP2 and SP3 (SP1 note no longer exists).

  How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/322389

  SP2 - http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=28 (for single PCs too)

  For Windows XP Service Pack 2 installation procedure

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/875364

  Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717

  It is stated in "How to obtain the latest service pack XP" is.

  If you have problems obtaining the service pack from Windows Update, you can download the package of standalone update from the Download Center. This page will say that this installation package is intended for it professionals and developers. However, you can download this file safely. The following file is available for download from the Microsoft Download Center:

  See also: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2497281

  April 8, 2014, support and updates for Windows XP will be more available. Don't let not your PC not protected.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-AU/Windows/end-support-help

• Can't get Windows update - error number: 0x8024400A

  Hello:

  I just reset my desktop for Windows XP SP2 computer, but I can't get Windows update-Microsoft web page-[error number: 0x8024400A] (the site has encountered a problem and cannot display the page you are trying to view. The options provided below may help you solve the problem.  ).

  I tried several times, but none could work.  I hope someone can help me to help out me.  Thank you!

  Try the following steps in the method 1 in response to the question of the Hilton Lee-

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-windows_update/error-number-0x8024400a-after-win-XP-updates/be160a99-2072-4121-BB9A-4e914fd41442

  I'm not very computer savy, had the same problem, and it worked like a charm for me

• I reinstalled Windows XP home and can not use Windows update.

  As indicated in the title, I'm frustrated because I can't use windows update after reinstalling Windows XP. I tried to register again the installer and downloaded and installed two windows install files, 3.1 v.2 and 4.5. Nothing has helped and I get the message ox8024400A eroor. FixIt has been no help. Any advice what to try next?

  This can help...

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-windows_update/Windows-Update-error-0x8024400a-on-clean-install/4c79d20d-A4B3-4724-A6D8-4a768559038a

  Tricky

• After a fresh install with XP Home EWdition, Service pack 1, 2.0, and 3.0, I can't install Windows Update or IE8.

  After a fresh install with XP Home EWdition, Service pack 1, 2.0, and 3.0, I can't install Windows Update or IE8. Update back me to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2497281

  Article ID: 2497281 - last review: January 18, 2011 - revision: 1.0

  You may be unable to access the site Web Windows Update in Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Windows Server 2003 if these versions of Windows are not updated with the latest Service Pack

  But I have service Pack 3.  IE8 fails, install a convenience store, but after following the instructions there is no difference.

  I am at a loss for the next steps...

  There was problems with the server for updates for a few weeks now...

  Many people say that download and run the Update Agent stand-alone file solves this problem:

  http://download.windowsupdate.com/WindowsUpdate/redist/standalone/7.4.7600.226/WindowsUpdateAgent30-x86.exe

  For more information:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

  For later use, it is not necessary to use all the steps you mentioned. You can upgrade directly from SP1a to SP3.

• I can't run Windows Update

  2012-06-15 18:48:49:063 1212 10 d 8 CWERReporter finish event management report. (00000000)
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE # to THE: initialization of automatic updates.
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE timeout parameter next detection to 2012-06-15 16:48:58
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE setting according to sqm report timeout to 2012-06-15 16:48:58
  Like others, I can't run Windows Update. I have downloaded and run the FixIt, but in vain.
  According to the advice found in another answer, I checked the Windows Update log, and these are the lines of the last attempt:'

  type of approval # to 2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 a 1212 16, 4: on demand (user preference)
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE # scheduled install date and time: every day at 03:00
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE # automatically install minor updates: Yes (user preference)
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 DtaStor FATALE: 7971F918-A847-4430-9279-4A52D1EFE18D requested Service, but it is expired
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 Agent WARNING: could not get data from the data store, error 80248015 deployment
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 a 1212 16, 4 to THE FATAL: not Unserialize in the data store, error = 0 x 80248015
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to # WARNING: exit code = 0 x 80248015
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 to THE # to THE: initialization of automatic updates.
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 WARNING at 16 has 4: InitAUComponents failed, recover in 30 minutes, error = 0 x 80248015
  2012-06-15 18:48:58:071 1212 16 a 4 AU required restart...

  Rename the folder C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution Windows Update

  1. stop the Windows Update service (make sure that you are logged on as administrator)

  Start button | Control Panel | System and Maintenance | Administration tools
  Double-click on Services
  (Provide the administrator password or a confirmation if prompted to do so.)
  Right-click the Windows Update service and click on stop.

  2. click on Start, type %windir%\System32 in the search box and press ENTER.

  Find and rename the folder C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution.

  3. start the Windows Update service

  Start button | Control Panel | System and Maintenance | Administration tools
  Double-click on Services
  (Provide the administrator password or a confirmation if prompted to do so.)
  Right-click the Windows Update service and click Start.

  Important: Restart the computer, and then run Windows Update again.

  Rename the software distribution folder will erase your history on the Windows Update Site.

  Whenever you want to check what updates are installed, you can: -.
  Start button | Control Panel | Programs
  Under programs and features - click View installed updates.

  UTC/GMT is 18:25 on Friday, June 15, 2012