Windows Update Service not running

[FreakingSparta]

I have windows 7 home premium x64. I keep getting a popup saying the service isn't running, but the service window says it is. What can I do? There was a previous thread with a file link that seems like it could have helped, but the file is no longer available.

 

[archer]

Hi, Welcome to SF

Try this and check, if it helps.

Keep us updated.

 

[torchwood]

Hi,
was this the previous thread you were referring to.

Windows update service not running. Solved - Windows 7 Help Forums

please can you tell us if you have 1 or both error screens,
(a screenshot would be handy)

Roy