FIX Windows 7 Updates Not Working (2024 Guide!)

Is your Windows 7 stuck and not receiving updates? Don't worry, you're not alone! Even in 2024, keeping your Windows 7 system secure with the latest updates is crucial. This video will guide you through the process of repairing Windows Update for Windows 7. We'll address common issues like "windows 7 automatic updates not working" and show you how to get the updates you need. Whether you're facing "windows 7 updates not working" or want to know "how to get updates for windows 7 in 2024," this video has you covered. We'll walk you through fixing Windows Update errors and ensure you have the latest security patches. Don't wait! By the end of this video, you'll know exactly how to update windows 7 and keep your system protected.

0:00 using windows 7 forever
0:13 update error 80072efe
0:22 the only acceptable use for internet explorer
0:42 root certificates update
1:07 servicing stack update
1:21 windows update agent
2:04 windows 7 stuck checking for updates
2:19 windows 7 service pack 2
3:54 KB4490628: Servicing Stack Update, March 2019
4:04 KB4474419: SHA-2 code signing support update, September 2019
4:33 Latest Extended Servicing Stack Update, KB4555449 (May 2020) or later

*Here's what you'll gain:*
- Confidence in downloading and installing updates manually, utilizing the Microsoft Update Catalog to ensure your system receives the latest security patches.
- Guidance on applying the essential SHA-2 code signing support update, strengthening your defense against modern malware threats.
- Restoring full Windows Update functionality on this end of support operating system

*This video is ideal for:*
- Windows 7 users experiencing difficulties with Windows Update.
- Those who prioritize system security and want to ensure they have the latest updates.
- Anyone interested in learning how to maintain their Windows 7 system despite its extended support ending.

Don't let outdated software leave your system vulnerable! Watch this video now and discover the straightforward solutions to fix Windows Update on your Windows 7, securing your system and enjoying peace of mind.

Here are some additional tips for updating Windows 7 in 2023:

You can manually check for updates using Windows Update. To do this, open Windows Update by clicking on the Start button and typing "Windows Update". Then, click on "Check for updates".

You can download updates from Microsoft's website. To do this, go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website and search for the updates you need.

You can use a third-party update tool. There are a number of third-party update tools available, such as WSUS Offline Update and Windows Update MiniTool. These tools can help you download and install updates for Windows 7.

Make sure you have a valid backup of your computer before you start updating.

Only install updates from trusted sources.

Be patient when updating Windows 7. It may take some time for the updates to download and install.

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Prerequisite Updates

*Root certificate Update*

*Servicing Stack Update*

*Windows update agent*

Speedup Patches

*Update Rollup*

*- KB4490628: Servicing Stack Update, March 2019*
x86
x64

*- KB4474419: SHA-2 code signing support update, September 2019*
x86
x64

*- Latest Extended Servicing Stack Update, KB4555449 (May 2020) or later*
x86
x64

*- KB4575903: ESU Licensing Preparation Package (required to get updates via WU)*
x86
x64

*ESU bypass Tool*

7z file password: 2020

*Custom Installation ISO*

[supdan]

I love this series. You really made me go back to virtual machines.

[vbe]

I've been waiting for this for so long! Thanks!

[KrazyDayz]

Thank you very much, . You made this so simple. 176 updates found :-) I used your ISO file.. took 8hrs to download. I’m happy I now have windows on my apple MacBook. Thank you once again

[MjrMlfunkshn]

This was a Godsend. I have been doing PC tech work for 20+ years and have to admit, since the release of Win10, I personally haven't done a lot with 7. Have a good buddy that uses 7 on his laptop and cant update to 10 for software requirement reasons. Long story short, he had an issue which required everything be reinstalled fresh. Jumped through so many hoops trying to find good software for install but could never get updates to work. Found this and my prayers were answered. I was able to get the files from the links using Microsoft Edge(they don't work in Chrome)and everything went fine. Wish I had found your install media to begin with. Would have saved a few hours. Thanks so much for your work here. Great tutorial and easy to follow.

[Drgnmaster]

Thanks so much for this tutorial! I don't know if you have been keeping the links updated, but all links and steps still work perfectly in July 2022. I did this for a Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit running on VMware Workstation 16 and received 171 updates.

Edit: OMG! Following this tutorial fixed my Windows Defender not updating and fixed VMware Tools not installing. Thanks again very much!

[paulhagan]

I followed your great instructional Video after I performed an F3 on the win7 and this info was a god send. I performed the Updates with a few that failed and did this on 3Nov22 so the update still works for now. Top job Mate.

[iuryqueirozmonteiro]

Hey Adam, that was such a great adventure! Thanks for a great job, you rocked it, man!

[itzamedave]

great video and info just restored my 2009 retro gaming rig with fresh install of windows 7 ultimate x64 and your provided links worked perfect and i got all my windows updates and security

[rubegoldburg]

This process STILL WORKS as of 1/15/2022! THANK YOU! 👍👍👍👍

[MarioTetris]

Thanks so so so much! This actually worked.

[cssplayer]

Thank you very much bro, I just bought a brand new never been opened Acer laptop from 2012 that has Windows 7 and could not get windows update to work, I had a feeling getting direct downloads to the updates would fix it. Everything works 100% now 👍🏻

[larazatrump]

Great work. Is there a way to bypass the unsupported hardware message and continue with updates on newer CPUs? Thank you

[musix]

Thanks for your wokrs!
May I know if the ISO included nvme driver?
I want to install it to my main computer but I found some ppl said it needs an NVME driver

[JmKirbyiou]

Thank you so much! However, when we use the iso from 2018 with a bunch of updates (btw official iso), we havent all theses errors, which was a lot annoying when i didnt knew about it. It's so cool however that you show that for not updated iso! Keep up the good work! +1 like Adam

[swagedelic]

So glad to run across this. I have several Win7 laptops I neglected for years and want to revive.

[frederickbaake]

Thank you it works in 2022 also just replaced windows 10 with Windows 7 which is what this Optiplex came with 9 years ago everything works great and it's completely updated

[intraxtv]

Great tutorial ! Win7 = best windows ever... Thank you !

[fexploder]

Thank you very much, this works out well enough for me! ;)

[hauas]

Your video helped me a lot. Thank you so much!