Windows 7: Failure Configuring Windows 7 SP1

I've tried installing Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Several times so but have yet to get it to work. Each time my computer restarts and begins configuring the updates up to 10% at which point I get the message:
Failure configuring Service pack
reverting changes

Then once my computer restarts I get a message saying:
Installation Failed
Element not Found.
Error: ERROR_NOT FOUND(0x80070490)



Can someone please help me find what the problem is.

Did you check in Event Viewer > Application & System to note any red errors?

Self help starts with reading through the links below.
Good luck & keep us posted.

SP1 Win 7 information.

{Note - all links included are in a random order.}

1. Read prior to installing -

{a}
Steps to follow before you install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 from the Microsoft Download Center

{b}
Description of the System Update Readiness Tool for Windows Vista, for Windows Server 2008, for Windows 7, and for Windows Server 2008 R2

{c}
Windows 7 SP1 RTM Can Break Some Programs - Softpedia

{d}
Download details: Documentation for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (KB976932)

{e}
Description of the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 installation software feature update

{f}
Windows 7 SP1 RTM Disk Space Requirements - Softpedia

{g}
Before You Install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 — Krebs on Security


2.REMINDER.
BEFORE YOU DOWNLOAD SP1.

** Run an updated scan with your antivirus and anti-malware software program.

** Back up important files to an external location (USB, CD, DVD, etc.)

** It is possible that some security programs may interfere with the installation. If this proves to be the case it is suggested that you temporarily disable them.

** If you are using a laptop, be sure to be plugged in to an electrical outlet.




3. Errors & help associated with install of Win 7 SP1.
Troubleshooting -

{a}
Installation of the Service Pack 1 update package for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 fails with "Service pack installation can't continue"

{b}
Trying to install W7 SP1__"WindowsUpdate_C0000135" "WindowsUpdate_dt000"__SQMAPI.dll missing

{c}
Fix Windows 7 SP1 RTM ?Installation Was Not Successful" Errors - Softpedia

{d}
SP1 install fails with error 8E5E03FA

{e}
Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1) installation error: 0x800F0A12

{f}
Some programs have compatibility issues with Service Pack 1 for Windows 7 and for Windows Server 2008 R2

{g]
"The following updates might need to be reinstalled" message when you try to install SP1 for Windows 7 or for Windows Server 2008 R2

{h}
You do not have the option of downloading Windows 7 SP1 when you use Windows Update to check for updates

{i}
Windows 7 Service Pack 1 language packs are available for computers that are running Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or Windows 7 Enterprise Service Pack 1

{j}
0xC0000002 (ERROR_FILE_NOT_FOUND)
This can be due to McAfee Host Intrusion Protection being installed on the system. To workaround this problem, disable the following option in McAfee: Startup IPS Protection Enabled
HIPS8 + Windows 7 SP1 == Fatal Error C0000022
https://community.mcafee.com/message/177267#177267

{k}
Error when you install an update for Windows: "Error Code FFFFFFFE

{l}
Error 0xC0000034 during Service Pack 1 installations for Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2 - The Windows Servicing Guy - Site Home - TechNet Blogs

{m}
Your computer may freeze or restart to a black screen that has a "0xc0000034" error message after you install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 or a Windows Vista service pack


4. More Information -

{a}
Download details: Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (KB976932)

{b}
Information about Service Pack 1 for Windows 7 and for Windows Server 2008 R2

{c} System Readiness Tool (Can help fix problems that might prevent Windows updates and service packs from installing.)
What is the System Update Readiness Tool?

5 See also -

{a}
Win 7 x86 SP1 - ERROR_HANDLE_EOF(0x80070026) - Microsoft Answers

{b}
How to uninstall Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)

{c}
Windows 7 SP1 RTM Blue Screens of Death Due to Language Packs - Softpedia

Windows update could not be installed because of error 2359302 "" (Command line: "wusa.exe "C:\Users\Manuel\AppData\Local\Temp\Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Setup_4.0.30319\Windows6.1-KB958488-v6001-x86.msu" /quiet /norestart")

Read through these links for further info.

.NET 4.0 Framework Install Fail

Download details: Microsoft .NET Framework 4 (Standalone Installer)

Problem installing .net framework 4.0 - Windows6.1-KB958488-v6001-x64.msu problem

.NET Framework 4.0 won't install on Windows 7: Windows6.1-KB958488-v6001-x86.msu failed with 0xbc9

Clean up all Temp files... download TFC by Old Timer TFC - Temp File Cleaner by OldTimer - Geeks to Go Forums and save it to your desktop.
Save any unsaved work. TFC will close ALL open programs including your browser!

Double-click on TFC.exe to run it. If you are using Vista/Windows 7 right-click on the file and choose Run As Administrator.
Click the Start button to begin the cleaning process and let it run uninterrupted to completion.

Important! If TFC prompts you to reboot, please do so immediately. If not prompted, manually reboot the machine anyway to ensure a complete clean.

Now reset Windows updates How do I reset Windows Update components?