Windows Update Error code 80070005

original title: Error code 80070005

Whenever i try to run windows update i recieve error code 80070005.
I have tried disabling McAfee and retrying update but get same error.
The update history shows no auto update since July 08.
How can i fix?

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Answer

Soni Pradeep

Hello Trinda,

Method 1: Please visit the below mentioned MS links for the resolutions. Hope this may resolve your issues,
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/816731

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/968003

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David_O -

Hi Trinda,

Thank you for using the Microsoft Vista Answers Forum!

Here is a link to a KB article that addresses the issue you are facing.

NOTE:

The title of the article may not include your error code but there is a portion is the article that talks about the error code you are getting and how to fix it.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/918355/

Please reply and let us know if your issue is resolved or if you will need further assistance.

David O
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