RE: error number 0x80072EFD Fixes for Windows Update Failing don't Wor

Hi--

I use to get this very same error and tried the same fixes w/out success.
Then I did a search on why my Automatic Updates (tab w/in System Properties)
were greyed out and foud this solution which also fixed my 0x80072EFD error
(http://forums.microsoft.com/WindowsO...886&SiteID=2):

"It may be that a policy has been enabled in the registry. To fix this, in
your registry editor go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Policies \
Microsoft \ Windows \ WindowsUpdate \ AU. In the right pane, delete two
values: AUOptions and NoAutoUpdate.

Now go to this location: HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ SOFTWARE \ Microsoft \ Windows
\ CurrentVersion \ Policies \ WindowsUpdate. In the right pane, delete this
value: DisableWindowsUpdateAccess.

The above assumes you're using a standalone (non-domain) Windows XP
computer. If your computer is a member of a Windows domain, a Group Policy
applied by your domain administrator may be preventing you from changing the
auto update settings. "

HTH you as it did me =)



"DavidT" wrote:

>
> I have tried all the various fixes offered for this error and they dont work.
>
> I uninstalled the Firewall and changed to Windows Firewall.
>
> I ried with the firewall turned off.
>
> Whateever I do when I go to windows update the
>
> "Checking for the latest updates for your computer..." title and progress
> bar comes up and does nothing for many minutes and the the error message
> comes up with the 0x80072EFD error code. see below...
>
> "[Error number: 0x80072EFD]
> The website has encountered a problem and cannot display the page you are
> trying to view. The options provided below might help you solve the problem.
> For self-help options:
>
> Frequently Asked Questions
>
> Find Solutions
>
> Windows Update Newsgroup
> For assisted support options:
>
> Microsoft Online Assisted Support (no-cost for Windows Update issues)
>
> Read more about steps you can take to resolve this problem (error number
> 0x80072EFD) yourself. "
>
>
> I have tried ALL the fixes offered via the shortcuts and all ther fixes
> related to Windows Update that I can find and nothing seems to have any
> effect.
>
> My internet connecteion and downloads etc work fine for all other
> connections etc.
> The Safe locations have been set as per the auto help program that can be
> downloaded.
>
>
> --
> DavidT
> UK