Sorry, I didn't notice the old date but you should close the thread to avoid more postings. Just looking to how others had solved the update problem. BTY I found out how to clear the update data which sometimes causes the update app to fail by stopping the update service and the intelligent transfer service then clearing all the update data. I just tried it and it worked wonders.
How to fix Windows Update error 0x80240007?
However, if you’re technically savvy, you can try the steps below:
1. Click Start and start typing on your keyboard for "services.msc"
2. In your search results "services.msc" should show up. Open it with a click.
3. A new windows will open containing all Windows services on your system.
4. Search for "Windows Update"
5. Right-click the "Windows Update" and then click Stop.
We will now clean the Windows Update temporary cache folder:
1. Hold your windows-key pressed and hit "R" key simultanous.
2. A small new windows will appear.
3. Type %windir%\SoftwareDistribution\DataStore in this new window and click OK.
4. This will open Windows Explorer on the correct location.
5. Delete all contents of this folder. (Hint: Use Ctrl + A to select all files and folders)
Now we will start the Windows Update Service again:
1. Switch back to the windows Services.
2. Locate Windows Update.
3. Right-click on it and choose Start.
