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    Unabe to download and install Test Update for Windows 7 RC (KB967492). When I try to perform the operation again, the same result occurs. an error code results: 800B0100.
    Thursday, June 25, 2009 12:14 PM

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    Edward,

    Try deleting the folder C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download. This is where Windows stores download updates that have not yet been installed, and it's possible that you've got something corrupted in there which is preventing it from going through. The system will automatically recreate the folder upon reboot and re-checking for updates.

    I'd also recommend disabling any third-party firewall software to make sure that nothing is interfering with the connection to the server.
    -Alex
    • Proposed as answer by The Dead Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:24 PM
    • Marked as answer by EDWARD G DIPANNI JR Friday, July 17, 2009 8:29 AM
    Thursday, June 25, 2009 4:26 PM

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    It's just a test update so you're not going to be missing out on any functionality or security updates, so don't worry if you aren't able to install it. If it prevents you from installing other updates, I suggest you uncheck it next time you run Windows Update.

    -Nick
    Thursday, June 25, 2009 2:17 PM
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    Edward,

    Try deleting the folder C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download. This is where Windows stores download updates that have not yet been installed, and it's possible that you've got something corrupted in there which is preventing it from going through. The system will automatically recreate the folder upon reboot and re-checking for updates.

    I'd also recommend disabling any third-party firewall software to make sure that nothing is interfering with the connection to the server.
    -Alex
    • Proposed as answer by The Dead Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:24 PM
    • Marked as answer by EDWARD G DIPANNI JR Friday, July 17, 2009 8:29 AM
    Thursday, June 25, 2009 4:26 PM
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    Edward,

    Try deleting the folder C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download. This is where Windows stores download updates that have not yet been installed, and it's possible that you've got something corrupted in there which is preventing it from going through. The system will automatically recreate the folder upon reboot and re-checking for updates.

    I'd also recommend disabling any third-party firewall software to make sure that nothing is interfering with the connection to the server.
    -Alex

    The deleting worked.  I agree the only test and not to worry however why are be betaing again?
    Thanks for the help.

    Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:26 PM
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    YOUR ANSWER WAS MUCH APPRECIATED AS IT DID THE TRICK. THANK YOU.
    ED
    Friday, July 17, 2009 8:28 AM
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    THANK YOU FOR YOUR ANSWER THAT SOLVED MY PROBLEM. IT IS MUCH APPRECIATED. ED
    Friday, July 17, 2009 8:29 AM
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    I APPRECIATE TELLING ME THAT I REALLY DID NOT NEED THE TEST UPDATE, BUT I LIKE TO HAVE EVERY UPDATE INSTALLED, THINKING THAT IF I HAVE A PROBLEM NOW, I MIGHT HAVE A PROBLEM LATER WHEN IT COUNTS THE MOST. THANK YOU
    ED
    Friday, July 17, 2009 8:33 AM
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    Ed -

    You don't have to shout... All caps is generally considered kind of rude in most online circles...
    Friday, July 17, 2009 8:46 AM