Error: 0x8024400A

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    Erased from my computer and did a clean install with the provided installation disc. Tried to update with microsoft update, but all I get is error 0x8024400A or 0 x 80240036. I have windows XP SP2

    After the installation, what MS level are you at? You must be on SP3 to use - WU

    SP1 no longer exists, you will need to install SP2 and SP3, and then (if not already done) and then maybe you will get on the website for further updates.

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

    How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack

    The complete files for SP2 & SP3 are also for PC alone.

    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

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    Original title:

    I had to reinstall Windows XP after a crash. When you try to check the status of the update to my laptop using the expedited procedure, I get the 0x8024400A error message.

    Hello

    Try the following and see if it helps.

    Method 1:

    Run the fixit available at the following link.

    The problem with Microsoft Windows Update is not working

    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/

    Method 2:

    Check out the following link.

    Windows Update, on new installation 0x8024400A error

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

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    Please help on 0x8024400A error

    Hello

    This seems to happen a lot lately. See...

    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

  • error: 0x8024400A while trying to run Windows Update

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    Hello

    1. what fix - it did you run?

    2. using Standard user account or user Admin account?

    3. What is the exact full error message?

    Follow the below methods:

    Method 1:

    Follow the below the article that says how to resolve error: 0x8024400A.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/836941

    Method 2:

    Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950717

    How to troubleshoot an installation fails on Windows XP Service Pack 3

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950718

    Hope the above information is helpful.

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    original title: error number: 0x8024400A

    I reformatted an old pc that has windows xp & tried to use windows update, but get the following message - error number: 0x8024400A. Can anyone help please? Have tried using general Fixit and restart the pc, but nothing works.

    Have you recently reload Windows, restored back to factory settings or make other changes to your computer?

    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

    Installation of SP2 - http://support.microsoft.com/gp/xpsp2getinstall

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

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    Original title: I want to update my windows xp but this error. also not automatically update work... Please tell me what I need to do...     [Error number: 0x8024400A]

    I want to update my windows xp but this error. also not automatically update work... Please tell me what I need to do...

    [Error number: 0x8024400A]

    Hi Cécile khan,.

    Follow the suggestions below for a possible solution:

    Method 1: I suggest you consult the site mentioned below:

    Temporary connection related errors may occur when you use Windows Update or Microsoft Update

     http://support.microsoft.com/kb/836941.

     

    Important note: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable your antivirus software. If you need to disable temporarily to install other software, you must reactivate as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network, while your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

    Method 2: Manually install updates

    Step 1: Steps to find the update does not install

    a. click Start, click all programsand then click Windows Update or Microsoft Update.

    b. click view update history. A window opens that displays all the updates that are installed and those who have not installed properly on the computer.

    c. in the status column, find the update which do not install and then click on the red X.

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    http://support.Microsoft.com/downloads

     

    Method 3: Follow the steps listed in the following article to resolve the problem:

    You cannot install some programs or updates

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/822798

    Let us know if that helps.

  • Windows update error 0x8024400A after reinstalling xp pro

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    Hi theshow79,
    I am social media and dell community team Shahiruddin.

    Regarding your update problem:
    The error seems to be related to Windows Update - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/836941

    The article has a base of troubleshooting associated with your update problems and also try install ActiveX Assembly and then try to update
    For more details can you tell me what operating system do you use?

    What about your computer starts in safe mode:

    Make sure that you disable the startup option in the system setup, please follow the steps below:

    1. once the computer starts in safe mode, click the Start button, type msconfig in the search box and then in the list of results, click msconfig.exe.        If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

    2. in the System Configuration dialog box, click the Startup tab.

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  • Windows XP Update error: 0x8024400A

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    I found the answer to my problem here:

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    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

    Installation of SP2 - http://support.microsoft.com/gp/xpsp2getinstall

    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:

    Download the Windows XP Service Pack 3 package now

    See also: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2497281
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  • Windows Update "0x8024400A" error code

    Original title: Windows Update installation error

    Receive the following error message when you try to install Windows Update:

    [Error number: 0x8024400A]
    The website has encountered a problem and cannot display the page you are trying to view. The options provided below may help you solve the problem.

    For self-help options:

    To support options:

    Hello

    1. Is it on any particular update?
    2. You did changes to the computer before the show?

    Method 1: Run the following fix - it: the problem with Microsoft Windows Update is not working

    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_update

    Method 2: See the following thread:

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

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    Hello

    1. what fix - it did you run?

    2. using Standard user account or user Admin account?

    3. What is the exact full error message?

    Follow these methods and let me know the status:

    Method 1:

    Follow the steps in this article on how to fix the error: 0x8024400A.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/836941

    Temporarily disable anti-virus

    Warning: If you need to temporarily disable the antivirus to install other software. You must enable the antivirus as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network, while your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to virus attacks.

    Method 2:

    Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950717

    Repair installation WARNING: performing a repair installation will restore you the current installation of Windows for the version of the installation DVD. It also requires the installation of all the updates that are not included on the installation DVD.

    How to troubleshoot an installation fails on Windows XP Service Pack 3

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950718

    Note:

    Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable the antivirus software. If you need to disable temporarily to install other software, you must activate it as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network, while your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

    Hope the above information is helpful.

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    Hello

    This seems to happen a lot lately. See...

    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

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