Troubleshooting Windows Update Errors in Windows 7

JulianH

I've been having some trouble with updating my Windows 7 system and keep encountering the error codes "windowsupdate_00009c48" and "windowsupdate_dt000". I've tried rebooting my computer and running the Windows Update troubleshooter, but it didn't solve the problem.

Does anyone know what could be causing these errors or how I can fix them? Is there a manual way to install the updates that might bypass this issue? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Donniep

The error code "windowsupdate_00009c48" often occurs when a particular update, like Internet Explorer, is already installed or partially installed. Here’s a workaround you can try:

Check for Duplicate Installations: Go to Control Panel > Programs > View installed updates. Look for any duplicate entries, especially regarding Internet Explorer, and uninstall them.
Reset Windows Update Components: Use the Microsoft Fix It tool or manually reset the update components by following guidance from Microsoft's official site.
Manual Update: You can manually download and install updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog. Just search for the specific KB number related to the failed update.

These steps should help resolve the issue. If problems persist, a deeper look into the Windows Update log files might pinpoint the exact cause.

davidlewis814

I faced a similar issue before. It could be related to an update conflict or a corrupted file. You might try manually downloading the update from the Microsoft Update Catalog using the KB number. Also, clearing the Windows Update cache by stopping the service, deleting the SoftwareDistribution folder, and restarting the service has worked for me in the past. I hope this helps!