Windows 7 update fails with code 80070308

Window 7 x64 sp 1.

Windows Update files load to windows/software distribution / download, but installation fails.

But unable to install:

Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer 9 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2647516)

Security Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2654428)

Security Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2660465)

Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2640148)

Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.1 on Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 for x64-based Systems (KB2633873)

Security Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2645640)

Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2660075)

SP1 and many updates installed OK with only occasional failures, until the above batch.

Was able to install: Update for Office File Validation 2010 (KB2553065), 32-bit Edition

Installation date: ‎22/‎02/‎2012 9:44 p.m. Installation status: Successful

Have attempted to resolve with " FIXIT" , removed virus and malware security or clean boot.

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Answer

kissko

Windows Update error 80070308 solution

First, use FixIt for Windows update and try delete or rename %windir%/SoftwareDistribution

If rename SoftwareDistribution not solve the problem, try this:

1. Open Regedit
2. Go to HKLM\Components
3. Delete or rename REG_DWORD "pendingrequired=1"
4. Profit!