Failed Windows Update

Noreen · Jan 30, 2009, 10:43:55

I had a notification this morning that there was an "Important" Windows Update re Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack and .NET Framework...... I've tried three times so far to install it and each time it fails at 99% with Error Code 80070026. I don't really understand anything about this and would be grateful for any help. I'm running Vista Ultimate and I've never had an Update fail before.

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 10:47:34

I couldn't find any solutions out there, Noreen, only other reports of the problem and the suggestion that people raise it with MS (it's free).

Simon · Jan 30, 2009, 10:49:41

I would be inclined to forget it for now, Noreen, and try again later, or tomorrow. They are bound to be aware of the problem.

Noreen · Jan 30, 2009, 10:51:51

Is this NET thing important?

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 10:52:26

It depends on what apps you run that might use it.

Simon · Jan 30, 2009, 10:56:22

The only thing I've noticed that needs it on mine, is Sony Soundforge, an audio editing suite.

J!ll · Jan 30, 2009, 10:56:58

I've got a similar problem, I just ignore mine

Ray · Jan 30, 2009, 10:59:48

May be Vista related, it's just installed OK on my XP machine and also installed with no problem on my Home Server a couple of days ago.

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 11:01:28

All the reports I could find did involve Vista.

Simon · Jan 30, 2009, 11:01:46

I guess it could be tried with UAC turned off?

Steve · Jan 30, 2009, 11:03:05

I am trying it now on the vista laptop its taking ages to install,went fine on the server yesterday.

Glenn · Jan 30, 2009, 11:17:54

Possibly try deleting the update from the Windows\SoftwareDistribution\downloads folder then download it again

Steve · Jan 30, 2009, 11:21:11

No help installed ok on my Vista laptop, you could try turning AV off whilst its installing and do as Glenn said

Noreen · Jan 30, 2009, 11:38:59

Thanks, I think that I'll leave it for a little while and see what happens.

Lance · Jan 30, 2009, 13:13:18

Mine installed fine on my Vista laptop last night without turning off antivirus of UAC. No help I know!

My desktop hasn't yet been offered the update.

ducky22 · Jan 30, 2009, 13:22:51

Downloading and install the patch manually - http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=ab99342f-5d1a-413d-8319-81da479ab0d7&displaylang=en

I've had some issues with 'HyperV Server' and windows updates and have had to install quite a few manually recently :-(.

Sebby · Jan 30, 2009, 14:11:42

Quote from: Rik on Jan 30, 2009, 11:01:28
All the reports I could find did involve Vista.

What are you trying to say?

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 15:04:30

That it doesn't seem to have affected XP users, or people with Macs.

Sebby · Jan 30, 2009, 16:03:06

That's because XP and Macs are perfect.

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 16:07:08

I know, now all we have to do is convert the others.

Glenn · Jan 30, 2009, 16:11:54

These jokers that use quaint OS, get with the times, Windows 7

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 16:12:18

I prefer the Telegraph, Glenn.

Sebby · Jan 30, 2009, 16:21:42

Glenn · Jan 30, 2009, 16:22:51

Quote from: Rik on Jan 30, 2009, 16:12:18
I prefer the Telegraph, Glenn.

You could get it Mailed to you via Express delivery, using an Independent courier who is the Guardian of the roads with a Sunny disposition, always checking in his Mirror while he listens to the Sport on the radio.

Rik · Jan 30, 2009, 16:39:41

You have got a bad case of the Davids.