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September 16th, 2014 18:00
Windows 7 unable to install updates
Hi - I have a DELL Inspiron 560 with Windows 7 installed. Lately, I haven't been able to install windows security updates. I keep getting the error code 8024200d and the message: Windows Installer is missing or corrupt. Can someone please help me fix the problem? Thank you.
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speedstep
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September 16th, 2014 18:00
Windows Update error 8024200d
Applies to Windows 7
If you receive Windows Update error 8024200d, it can mean that an update did not finish downloading or installing. The System Update Readiness Tool for Windows can correct some conditions that cause this error.
To resolve this problem, use the System Update Readiness tool. Then, install the Windows update or service pack again.Download the System Update Readiness tool.
Click the download link in the following table that corresponds to the version of Windows that is running on your computer.
Find out if your computer is running the 32 or 64-bit version of Windows
Balaji M Kundal
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September 16th, 2014 23:00
In addition to SpeedStep's suggestion, you can try running Microsoft Fixit from the following locations and then perform update:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/troubleshoot-problems-installing-updates#1TC=windows-7
http://support.microsoft.com/mats/malware_prevention/