Parallels - Can't run Windows Update

lirandlirand
Posted:
in Genius Bar edited January 2014
I was wondering - Did anyone else experience this problem:



Under parallels with Windows XP - I can't seem to be able to run Windows Update.



After searching for updates, I get error code 0x80072EE2.



Any ideas what can be done?

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  • Reply 1 of 5
    kmac1036kmac1036 Posts: 281member
    are the parallels tools installed, updated? you have internet access working on the Win VM? Installed any anti-virus or firewall software?



    I recommend using Blink from eeye.com it's actually in all in one security suite PLUS it monitors in real time to block exploits. Case in point: the animated cursor flaw didn't affect systems with blink; it automatically blocks malware based on it's behavior on trying to gain access to they system.
  • Reply 2 of 5
    lirandlirand Posts: 174member
    Just a quick update -



    It works with the same configuration, under Boot Camp... (same partiition, same installation)
  • Reply 3 of 5
    orionthxorionthx Posts: 12member
    I seriously think parrallels hogs ALOT of resources, I recommend vmware fusion
  • Reply 4 of 5
    phreddyphreddy Posts: 2member
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by lirand View Post


    I was wondering - Did anyone else experience this problem:



    Under parallels with Windows XP - I can't seem to be able to run Windows Update.



    After searching for updates, I get error code 0x80072EE2.



    Any ideas what can be done?



    The same thing is happening for me. I used shavlik.com NetChk Pro, but I want to install Zune software and the install is giving me the exact same error
  • Reply 5 of 5
    phreddyphreddy Posts: 2member
    I found the answer!

    http://forums.macworld.com/message/612886

    This worked for me.
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