I started to get a red message box when trying to get updates... "windows cannot find updates" error 80070490

I started receivine a red message box when trying to get updates... "windows cannot find updates" error 80070490.  I tried this fix only displayed in this field of the error help and have downloaded the fix - it Center, and he is unable to perform the task.  Please let know us what I can do.  Thank you

Hello

Please see the following Microsoft KB article:

You receive an error code "0 x 80070490" when you use Microsoft Update or Windows Update Web sites to install updates:

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/958044

Warning: Before you perform an upgrade in-place, you must be prepared for the worst scenarios that led to your existing data on your computer being deleted. These data include data personal, settings, information about the hardware and software drivers. In case of a worst case scenario, you may have to reinstall all the programs. Make sure that you back up personal data to disks or other external storage devices before performing an upgrade on the spot.

I hope this helps.

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