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How do I upgrade to Vista SP2?
How to get SP2. The recommended (and easiest) way to get SP2 is to turn on automatic updating in Windows Update in Control Panel, and wait for Windows Vista to notify you that SP2 is ready to install. You just need a few clicks to begin the installation and the rest of the process is automatic.
Why will my Windows not Update?
If Windows can’t seem to complete an update, make sure that you’re connected to the internet, and that you have enough hard drive space. You can also try restarting your computer, or check that Windows’ drivers are correctly installed. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories.
Is there still support for Windows Vista SP2?
Support for Vista SP2 ended in April, 2017. Make sure that the Service Packs are installed to at least get updates up to time of end of support. Click Start > right click Computer > left click Properties > see if you have Vista 32bit or Vista 64bit installed.
What is the latest Windows Update Agent version for Vista SP2?
The Windows Update Agent (C:\\Windows\\System32\\wuaueng.dll) v7.6.7600.256 for Vista SP2 has not been updated since June 2012 so you will likely have the latest available version unless you’ve recently performed a clean reinstall of your OS.
How can I Patch my Vista SP2 system?
One alternative method is to use Torsten Wittrock’s WSUS Offline Update tool to patch your system. I haven’t tried this tool myself but other Vista SP2 users have reported good success.
Why won’t Windows Update Agent check for post-sp2 updates for Vista?
it’s a major flaw with the outdated Windows Update Agent/Client application for Windows Vista having problems checking for 250+ worth of post-SP2 updates for Windows Vista, phansen. The last version of the WUA for Vista is v7.6.7600.256 dated 6/2/2012 and lately it takes many hours for WU to check for updates under Vista.