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Windows Update "Service Not Running" Error
I am running windows 7 home premium. When I click "Check for updates" on Windows Update, I get this error: "Windows Update cannot currently check for updates, because the service is not running. You may need to restart your computer." However, the services are running (well started, not sure if that's different), see attached.
I've tried restarting my computer several times and running the fix here: "Windows Update Cannot Check For Updates" error message when you try to install updates
I've tried manually starting the service but get this error:
It looks like there was a solution here (Windows 7 update "Service Not Running Error"), but it's been removed by the poster. Any suggestions? PLEASECode:Microsoft Windows [Version 6.1.7601] Copyright (c) 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. C:\Windows\system32>net start bits The requested service has already been started. More help is available by typing NET HELPMSG 2182. C:\Windows\system32>net start wuauserv The requested service has already been started. More help is available by typing NET HELPMSG 2182. C:\Windows\system32>