Windows 7: updates are not downloaded - what to do?

For security reasons, you should always keep Windows 7 up to date with updates. If updates are not downloaded, this can be due to various reasons. Read in this practical tip what you can do about it.

Updates are not downloaded under Windows 7 - you can do that

• This error is often caused by "tuning programs" such as TuneUp Utilities.
• We therefore recommend that you uninstall such programs and reset the settings caused by the program.
• After such tools have been completely uninstalled, downloading the updates should normally work without any problems.
• The firewall and anti-virus program may also prevent the updates from being downloaded.
• Therefore, switch off both services briefly and then try again.

Other solutions: Windows 7 updates are not downloaded

• Note that you can only obtain Windows updates if your version of Windows is activated.
• In some cases, the update settings were changed by another program. Therefore, perform a Windows system restore.
• Sometimes updates cannot be downloaded due to incorrect system time. Therefore, check your time on the PC.
• Basically, you should make sure that you have enough free hard disk space so that the updates can also be downloaded.
• If these tips don't help, download and run the Windows Update Diagnostic Tool.

In the next practical tip, read what you can do if Windows 7 does not find any updates.