Vinny;
From the Windows Update Troubleshooter:
"Problem Description:
The error 0x800A138F is displayed when scanning for updates, but the
Windows Update.log file will show error 0x800C0008.
Resolutions:
This is a generic error number which indicates a problem with the SSL
connection with our server.
Some customers have resolved this issue by disabling or uninstalling
internet acceleration software.
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Suggestion 2
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The error may occur because the language-setting in Internet Explorer
is missing. To add a language, in Internet Explorer, select
Tools-->Internet Options, and click the "Languages" button. Add a
language to the list if empty.
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Suggestion 3
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Check the system time. SSL will not function if the system time is
more than 100 days off.
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Suggestion 4
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Please uncheck "Check for server certificate revocation":
1. Open Internet Explorer
2. Click on Tools
3. Click on Internet Option from the drop down menu
4. Click on the Advanced tab
5. Scroll down to the Security Section
6. Unselect "Check for server certificate revocation"
7. Reboot the machine
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Suggestion 5
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One customer performed an MSN Messenger update, which fixed his
0x800c0008 Windows Update issue as well. Correlation not yet
determined but an avenue to check if you have MSN Messenger
installed."
Otherwise try this checklist:
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/Updtcl.htm