File problems with the Windows Update section, it is something that can happen in any of its versions. However, These update difficulties have become much more noticeable within the Windows operating system 7.
Therefore, This can become a major inconvenience for those who do not have knowledge on the subject. To help you solve this problem, Today we will tell you what to do if Windows Update keeps looking for updates.
Stop the search process
The first step in solving this problem is to stop the system search message. This process cannot be stopped properly from any option given by the Windows Update screen, since it does not give you the option. For it, you must resort to running a command in the Windows window. As, will allow you to stop the search process easily and without complications. What you have to do is:
The first thing is to open the Windows Start menu, located in the lower left. In the search area for programs and files you must put “cmd” (omitting quotes). A single result will appear, on which you must right click and press the option “Execute as an administrator”.
This should give way to a typical Windows command window. Once this window is open, you must type the command “Net detiene wuauserv” and hit Enter.
Thereafter, all you have to do is reboot your computer for the Windows Update check for updates to finish.
It is important that you do, even if the window “Looking for updates”, that remain indefinitely. Because it also allows the process to be closed “Svchost.exe”. By accepting that this problem stops consuming your RAM and CPU in the background without you noticing. In this way you can solve a good part of the problems you have with the performance of your equipment. Given the, this is a very common windows error 7.
It is important to note that if this method does not work for you. Namely, does not make the update message go away, you can choose another method. Conversely, if the first method worked for you, you do not need to go through the process that follows.
This second method is recommended by Microsoft in these cases. Being definitive to stop the search successfully. You just have to follow the following instructions:
Open back “starting” in Windows, showing the menu at the bottom left. In the programs and files finder, put “Windows Update”. Once the result is obtained, click the option “Windows updates” O “Search for updates”. A Control Panel tab will open, where it will tell you some actions you can take.
In the menu on the left, you must click on the option “Change settings”.
Now you must choose the option “Don't look for updates”.
Once this process is finished, you will need to restart the computer.
Fix Windows update problem
We have already seen how to stop checking for updates, now we will proceed to fix the problem as such.
To do this, you need to install the windows update file that will solve the problem. This file can be found officially from Microsoft and will depend on the Windows version of 32 O 64 bits.
- File KB3020369 for Windows 7 y Windows Server 2008 R2 (april of 2015). Download link of the version of 32 bits: here, Version of 64 bits: here
- File KB3172605 for Windows 7 SP1 y Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1. Download link of the version of 32 bits: here, Version of 64 bits: here
Cut into slices: Install both files and restart the computer.
Once you have both files installed and the computer has finished restarting, you should go back to the Windows Update menu in Control Panel. Again, click the option “Change settings” Y select any option other than “Don't check for updates”.
To end, you must go back to the main screen (Windows Update menu) and press “Search now”. Thus, the system should be able to search and find the necessary updates.
Check if the system works properly
It is possible to check whether the method used to find out whether it works or not, since Microsoft offers us a program specially designed to guarantee if its operation is correct or incorrect. Is named Diagnostic Cabinet and you just have to run it and follow the instructions it gives you. It is very easy to use and will free you from doubts about the correct process of the program. Being the definitive answer to any questions you may have.
Improving the performance of your PC
It is always good to know how to handle problems your computer may present.. This ensures that you can correct some faults and you should not spend too much on technical advice. Know if Windows Update is checking for an update, allows you to improve the performance of your computer.
In the same way, helps you to know the appropriate methods to treat it on each occasion.
