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• Windows updates take hours to download...

  Hi... I have big problems to download updates. Even the smallest will take a few hours! I am running Vista home Premium on a laptop Compaq presario... My internet speed is fine in fact, everything is going well except for the download problem. I'm not advanced with computers but can follow directions. Any help would be appreciated because I have eleven important to install updates!

  
  

  ther all best Ian

  bergkamp10,
  Post what updates have not been installed and what is the error code received you.  Windows Update, you can go > view installed updates, and then select the updates failed to see what error caused.

  Here is a thread with a few generic troubleshooting.  You can see if there are steps that you have not yet tried.
  Solve Windows Update installation issues

  Mike - Engineer Support Microsoft Answers
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• Updates for Windows 7 take hours to install

  I have Windows 7 installed on my new Packard Bell.  Download updates takes hours and hours and if I don't download strange things begin to happen to programs - is this normal or do I have a computer problem? I had to restore the system on three occasions already.  PC World say to install (50 + updates) for a week, the problem could have allowed.

  Hello Chrissie D,.

  Time depends on the speed of your computer, the internet connection, the number of updates installed and the time required to download updates of the questions too. Some updates may take some time to install though.

  If the installation is freezing, try troubleshooting Windows Update tool before installing the updates.
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-Windows-Update-Troubleshooter

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• Windows update takes too long to find the updates

  I had just installed a new hard drive on my laptop Dell inspiron N5050. I did a reinstall of system clean of my operating system to windows 7. After that, I started to run windows update to get all the necessary updates that I need to update completely from the computer. He has worked for a very long time with no result. In addition, at least 2 hours. all the settings for windows update is set to the settings recommended. but for some reason, in my view, takes too long to get updates. can someone help me please this possible issue

  Hello Darrin,

  Thanks for posting your query on the Microsoft Community.

  According to the description, the Windows updates take a long time to find the updates.

  I suggest to follow the methods below and check if that helps.

  Method 1: If your computer is experiencing problems find and install updates of the operating system, try using the troubleshooter.to of update of Windows the problem fix. He makes sure your computer is connected to the Internet and checks to see if your network card and Windows Update services are running properly.

  Reference:

  Open the Windows Update troubleshooting tool

  If the problem persists, try Method 2,

  Method 2: run the clean boot: Place your system in the clean boot state helps determine if third-party applications or startup items are causing the problem. Check this question in the clean boot state.

  Reference: How to perform a clean boot in Windows

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

   

  Note: After the boot minimum troubleshooting step, read the sections "How to reset the computer to start as usual after a clean boot troubleshooting" in the link provided to return the computer to a Normal startup mode.

  See also:

  Problems with installing updates

  Hope this information is useful. Let us know if you need more help, we will be happy to help you.

• Updates for Windows 7 take hours even to collect the list of updates to install.

  I have a new install of Windows 7. It takes several hours just to collect the list of installed updates and many more hours to download and install those I select Install. What's wrong? It's as if there is only 1 server to support Windows 7 on Earth. So if I have a problem with the installation and have to reinstall Windows 7, I have to start this process long download. I have a fast computer.

  Help, please

  Thank you, Brad

  It takes the last update client for windows update work, included in KB3161608, and on a new installation, but also its sine qua non, KB3020369.

  https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/KB/3020369

  https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/KB/3161608

  Make sure you do not have a search of update running in the background when you install manually.

  Best regards, VZ

• Is it because of this value 'DontOfferThroughWUAU' manual Windows update taking hours? (Urgent)

  In my previous question http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-update/how-not-to-install-kb890830-windows-update-as-it/48836332-b1c0-4b97-922e-60f463041336

  to solve the problem, I created a 'DontOfferThroughWUAU' registry value and thought that he'd stop only auto update of KB890830.

  
  In any case, after obtaining US-CERT Microsoft Releases Security Update I checked update Windows in the bar of tasks, but it was not all then I have checked manually. Now an hour has lapsed and Windows update is to be confirmed. It happens because of the registry value that I created or 11 update from Microsoft could be taken in time.

  Or do I have to remove the SOOPER DontOfferThrough?

  Please advice.

  Thank you

  You can return to your previous setting, once the manual installation was a success.

  Best regards, VZ :)

• How long should windows updates take after 5 months of Vista?

  I have Windows Vista on a Toshiba laptop. A few days ago, I noticed that the last successful update was on 11/06/12. Then I ran windows update manually, but was getting an error that says "Windows Update cannot currently check for updates, because the service is not running." You may have to restart your computer. "So I restarted my computer and went and it was OK, the service was not working. So I started manually. This allowed me to get updates. I clicked on install, and it said installation of updates. Its been almost 3 hours. In the Task Manager it shows the window updates running and in services, it shows the service running windows update. I'm just curious to know how long to him given has not updated for 5 months? Assistance or direction would be useful and appreciated. Thank you.  Herb

  Hello

  Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

  It's really weird that Windows has not been updated for 5 months. The time depends on the updates required for Windows, drivers as well as other Microsoft software, apart from the speed of internet connection. This is why the time cannot be guessed.

  Kindly updated Windows from time to time for peaceful work of the PC.

• Windows Update does not end: "check updates".

  Today & yesterday I tried to run Windows Update on my 2 computers Win7 (64 bit), a desktop computer (as a HTPC) one and the other a laptop ASUS.

  Other software (Adobe, Skype, etc.) on these 2 p. Update OK.

  These 2 PC updated successfully at the beginning of the month, 7 & 8 April 2016.
  For operational reasons, both of these pieces are set to be updated MANUALLY (not automatically).

  The laptop is used rarely.

  My main pc (Pro Win10, i7, 64-bit Office) is updating OK. Update runs automatically.
  In other words, my internet connection is fine.

  I tried MS Fixit (two options) but NOT the aggressive option.
  I also run the Update Agent - the file wuaeng.dll version 7.6.7601.19161 poster.

  I have not yet run the system update readiness tool, but may do so after I have let the laptop mode 'Check updates' for a few hours.

  With our thanks, Ron

  Select the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Esc, Application tab. move the cursor to Windows Update and click on the end task button to stop Windows Update.

  Please run the Windows Update Troubleshooter:
  http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=231149

  Please provide the exact details of any problem it reports as not fixed.

  Windows Update error codes
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/wiki/Windows_7-update/Windows-Update-error-codes/bd72b821-05bf-4EFD-BEA1-b0be08fffe54

  Please provide more information for your issue to be diagnosed.

  Restart your computer and wait 20 minutes for the system to operate before you download information. When the review much, not Event Viewer log files all problems show in the period immediately after the computer has booted.

  Please provide a copy of your system information file. Type the system information in the search box above the Start button and press the ENTER key (alternative is select Start, all programs, accessories, System Tools, system information). Select file, Export and give the file a name noting where it is located. Not to place the cursor in the body of the report before exporting the file. The system creates a new information file system each time system information is available. You must allow a minute or two before the file is completely filled before exporting a copy. Please download the file to your OneDrive, to share with everyone and post a link here. Normal mode preferred report. Please say if the report was obtained in safe mode. If the report is in one language other than English, please indicate the language.

  Please download and share with everyone a new copy of your log System of your event viewer on your disc one and post a link here. It allows to avoid confusion if you delete all previous copies of the log files of your OneDrive.

  To access the system, log, select Start, Control Panel, administrative tools, Event Viewer, in the list on the left of the window, expand Windows logs and select System. Place the cursor on the system, select the Action in the Menu and record all events like (the evtx default file type) and give a name to the file. Do not offer not filtered files. Do not place the cursor in the list of reports before selecting the Action from the menu. Do not clear the logs so that you have a persistent problem.

  For assistance OneDrive see paragraph 9.3:

  http://www.gerryscomputertips.co.UK/MicrosoftCommunity1.htm

• Windows updates take too long to install why?

  Original title: Windows Vaio updates

  I agree allow updates process, but the screen showed the progression of 30% for half an hour. Then I decided to turn off and on again once as (no progress for half an hour) seemed normal. How long these updates usually take? Thank you

  Hi JeanWo,

  Thanks for choosing Microsoft Community to post your question. I understand the inconvenience caused because of the frozen computer. Amount of time it takes to install the updates, depends on the total number of updates and their size. Please be patient and let the updates to install. If it is too long, please follow this link suggestions.

  Windows Update crashes when installing updates in Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2700567/en-us

  System Restore warning: When you use system restore to restore the computer to a previous state, the programs and updates that you have installed are removed.

  Antivirus warning: The data files that are infected must be cleaned only by removing the file completely, which means that there is a risk of data loss.

  Note When you use the 'Refresh your PC' tool, your computer will render you the current Windows installation to the original installation version. This method requires you to reinstall all updates that are not on the installation. Applications that you have installed the drives or Web sites will be removed. You will find a list of applications on your desktop.

  Hope that the information provided is useful. Do not respond if you need more help.

• Windows updates take forever...

  Dear Sirs,

  I have a windows Vista computer, and lately I'm trying to fix these windows problems to update on my own mistakes. I am trying to find answers on the Web sites, but whenever I'm digging into the problems, a new error keeps appearing.

  It seems that I missed files on the windows updates, or some files in the registry are incorrect, and now windows updates keep loading for ever... I even don't see the c:\windows\system32\catroot folder on my PC that is bound to the windows updates.

  Can you please tell me what to do? Windows updates are really important to the PC, so I really need the assistance of an expert in the field with my windows updates.

  Looking forward for your answer,

  Frank

  Hi Fran,
  Welcome to the Microsoft community. Sorry for the delay in responding. Could you give us some more information? Since when are you facing this problem? Have you done a recent software or changes to the material on the computer? Do you have any third-party antivirus installed?

  Please follow the steps in this article and check.
  You cannot install updates in Windows Vista

  Hope this helps and let us know if you need help. We will be happy to help you.

• Windows updates takes a long time

  Original title: Windows 8 Pro updated

  Why updates Windows 8 Pro so slow and tedious? I have high speed internet and a Core 2 Duo processor.

  Hi, James R.

  Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

  In order to help you better, please provide us with the following information:

  (1) you are referring to the installation or the verification of updates?
  (2) have you noticed if there was several updates?

  (3) what anti-virus software do you use?

  If the update is installing, wait until the process is completed and check whether it is successful or fails. Please provide us with more information about the issue so that we can help you best.

  Method 1: run the troubleshooter as suggested in the following article:

  Problems with installing updates

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/troubleshoot-problems-installing-updates

  Method 2: perform a clean boot

  Follow this link to clean your computer starts
  How to perform a clean boot for a problem in Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135
  Follow the steps in the article, and then run Windows Update.

  For any other help related Windows feel free to contact us.
  Please contact Microsoft Answers.

• Windows Update crashes trying to check the computer

  Windows XP Professional x 86 with all important updates

  Running as an administrator

  When I try to go to Windows Update, I get a message saying that an ActiveX control must be installed to save your computer.  (The machine worked for awhile and used Windows Update.)  I click OK and then get a popup error message:

  ---------------------------
  IEXPLORE. EXE - Application error
  ---------------------------
  The instruction at "0x04fe0068" referenced memory at "0x04fe0068". The memory could not be "written".

  Click OK to terminate the program
  Click on CANCEL to debug the program
  ---------------------------
  OK Cancel
  ---------------------------

  I tried several times and has continued to get the same sequence, so I said finally allow to do anything be installed from Microsoft.  Now if I try to go to Windows Update I got the same message appears on the installation of an ActiveX control, but do not receive the request to install it and IE 8 seems to hang or stand the memory error message.

  How to do this?

  Method 1 - has not found anything to fix

  Method 2 - stage 1 - did not help

  Method 2 - step 2 - could not find the validation ActiveX control

  Method 3 - does not - problem was with validation

  I also tried Mode safe mode with networking.  The control seems to settle and the website says: I have been validated.  However, if I tried to do anything whatsoever (Express, Custom, updates of the list, etc.) he says that the web page has encountered an error.

  I rebooted and tried again.  Yet once, I invited myself to install the ActiveX control.  I left the guest sitting there and a little while IE later throw the same memory access error.  It was not the installation of the control which was not - it is an asynchronous with process.

  Then I disabled all add-ins closed IE and has been able to use Windows Update.

  Add-ins that I disabled were:

  Name search
  Publisher Microsoft Corporation
  Status disabled
  File date Thursday, April 19, 2007, 14:10
  Version 11.0.8164.0

  Name search
  Editor not available
  Status disabled

  Name to diagnose connection problems...
  Editor not available
  Status disabled

  Windows Messenger name
  Editor not available
  Status disabled

  Name ask Nero
  Editor not available
  Status disabled
  File date Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 01:21
  Version 6.0.2900.5921

  Discuss name
  Editor not available
  Status disabled
  Version 6.0.2900.5921

  It is a relatively clean system because it's just to run legacy applications.  I don't remember installing add-ins that do not specify an editor.

  In any case by disabling all the cured the problem.

  Edit:

  I've activated all EHF supplements I had disabled and closed IE.  I was always able to access Windows Update.

• Windows update takes more than 3 hours

  I have a new laptop with windows 7, it began to be updated on its own with 35 updates and its been over 3 hours and said not to shut down the computer, also says its configuration. I stopped it and when I turned it back on the same screen

  I have the same problem and lasts 3 hours, and I'm still waiting! If I have a notebook, turn the power off and must leave, how do I stop the process? I have to write my linux server because my new machine with win 7 does not work, turn not turned off and I can unplug or stop. any solution? (an acceptable)

  The update process will take as long as it takes unfortunately. A major upgrade starts when you have sufficient time to undertake the task.

  If you're having trouble-

  • Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for any questions related to the Service Packs of Windows 7. Availability of support chat, telephone or electronic mail differs depending on your location. Some questions may require more support to there have advanced a charge: https://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?&gprid=14496&&st=1&wfxredirect=1&sd=gn

• Windows Update takes oone is the latest operating system?

  I have my computer set to do automatic updates, but often after them I have problems to get it to funtion as they did in the past.  The update knows what operating system I use, or he puts on the points to a more recent version, like Windows 7 when my computer works only on Windows XP?

  I'm sorry I misunderstood your message from Missy. You are right that IE 9 will not be able to be installed on Windows XP.

  In regards to preview before print at this point you may need to contact the manufacturer of the printer to see if there is a problem with their software or plugin work with IE

• Windows update takes all my bandwidth

  I have windows 7 ultimate 64-bit

  When windows downloads updates, it kills my bandwidth.

  Is there a way to limit the maximum bandwidth that windows can do to its updates?

  Is there a way to limit the maximum bandwidth that windows can do to its updates?

  Hello

  It cannot be done by the operating system . There is a 3rd party software that can help control the use of bandwidth, but I don't know if it can control traffic updates (http://www.netlimiter.com/betas.ph p).

  Otherwise 'play' with the time of the update.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/downloads/windowsupdate/FAQ.mspx

  Jack-MVP Windows Networking. WWW.EZLAN.NET