Windows Update does not show Vista SP1 on Dell 690

It can be any of these factors:  http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=948343

Most of the problem drivers (aside from logitech and symantec) are not fatal -- you may just have to resinstall them after the SP1 install.  Given that, you can always consider using the stand alone SP1 installer if you feel comfortable reinstalling needed drivers afterwards.

asalcedo,

You've probably already tried this, but there is  a thread below where a couple of us had to click on the "Check Updates" link two or three times (in the same session) before the SP1 update showed-up. You've probably got a different problem, but thought I'd mention it anyways.

Yes, I knew the MS article that details all the potential reasons.

And yes, I have read extensively about this and tried WU several times in the same session.

I am keen to get SP1 because there are certain enhancements that will benefit my type of work.

Do you know if WU will automatically offer SP1 within a few weeks or will this require OEM's or manufacturers' new drivers in which case it may take far longer?

If you dare

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=b0c7136d-5ebb-413b-89c9-cb3d06d12674&DisplayLang=en