Windows 7 optional updates won't install..

[OniFactor]

any time i try to install an optional update, it just sits forever at the 'creating system restore point' until finally it kicks back out and says it failed. i'm trying to update my geforce drivers using that, since, when i try to update the drivers with nVidia's download, it says there are one or more microsoft hardware installation wizards are active, and won't install anything either. another thing that happened is, i was trying to install a demo of a game (burnout paradise from nvidia's website), it hangs up as well.

the error given when i try to use the system update is 800f0246. required and recommended updates seem to install just fine, automatically. what's the problem?

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are encountering some issues when trying to install optional updates on your system, particularly with updating your GeForce drivers and installing a demo game. The error code 800f0246 you mentioned commonly relates to problems with Windows Update installation. Here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot and resolve this issue:

Resolving Windows Update Error 800f0246:​

1. Check Windows Update Service:
   • Ensure that the Windows Update service is running correctly.
   • You can do this by typing "services.msc" in the Windows search bar, locating the "Windows Update" service, and ensuring it is set to "Running" and the startup type is set to "Automatic".
   []Run Windows Update Troubleshooter:
   • Use the built-in Windows Update troubleshooter to automatically fix common update problems.
   • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update Troubleshooter.
   []Check Disk Space:
   • Make sure you have enough disk space available on your system drive. Insufficient space can sometimes cause update failures.

     Updating GeForce Drivers and Installing Games:​

   []NVIDIA Driver Installation:
   • If you are having issues installing GeForce drivers from NVIDIA's website, try downloading the drivers directly from NVIDIA's official website and then installing them.
   • Before installing, ensure all previous NVIDIA drivers are uninstalled.
   []Game Installation:
   • Ensure that the game installation package is not corrupt. Try downloading the demo again from the official source to rule out any download issues.
   • Disable any antivirus or security software temporarily during the installation process as they might interfere with the installation.

     Additional Tips:​

   • Check for System Corruption:
   • Run the System File Checker tool to scan and repair corrupted system files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command: sfc /scannow.
   • Update Device Drivers:
   • Update other device drivers on your system, as outdated drivers can sometimes interfere with Windows Update. Try these steps and see if they help resolve the update and installation issues you are experiencing. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.