Re: Error 0x13 on windows update, Microsoft. NET Framework

Thanks for your excellent instructions. I had the same problem but after
following your instructions, .NET FW 1.1 SP1 security update finally
installed.

"MowGreen [MVP]" wrote:

> Error code 0x13 translates to ' The data is invalid.'
> Please download and run :
> ..NET Framework setup verification tool
> http://astebner.sts.winisp.net/Tools...upverifier.zip
>
> Go over the Readme, run the tool, and find out if .NET Framework 1.1 is
> installed properly. If it is not, uninstall ALL updates for it that are
> listed in Add/Remove Programs starting with the most *recent* one.
> Than uninstall .NET Framework 1.1 via Add/Remove Programs
> IF it will not uninstall from ARP, then run this tool :
>
> ..NET Framework cleanup tool
> http://astebner.sts.winisp.net/Tools...eanup_tool.zip
>
> It will detect all versions of .NET that are installed. Have it remove
> ..NET Framework 1.1
> Next, download .NET Framework 1.1 and SAVE it:
> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...displaylang=en
>
> Then download .NET Framework 1.1 SP1 and SAVE it:
> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...displaylang=en
>
> PRIOR to installing the .NET Framework 1.1 and SP1 STRONGLY advise you
> to temporarily disable the installed antivirus software. Consult the
> Help file or the manufacturer's web site to learn how this is
> accomplished. ALL services of the antivirus software must also be
> disabled while the .NET Framework and SP1 are installed.
>
> If this makes you feel uncomfortable while still connected to the net or
> network, than disconnect the system from ALL connections.
>
> Install .NET Framework 1.1 and restart the system
> Install SP1 and restart the system
>
> PRIOR to reconnecting the system, REENABLE the installed antivirus.
> Reboot if necessary.
>
> Than pay a visit to Windows | Microsoft Update.
> Choose Custom after the initial scan is complete
> Any Security updates for .NET Framework should now be listed as a
> High-priority update
> Click the plus sign next to the .NET updates listed, then click the
> Details link.
> Now click the link under 'More information' to get to the KB web page of
> the offered updates.
> The KB page will either offer a live link to the update under 'Update
> information' or, you will have to click the link at the top of the
> article under ' IT professionals: '
> This will take you to the Security Bulletin for the update
> Locate the update applicable to the Version of Windows that is installed
> on your system under ' Affected Software ' and click the link next to it.
> That will take you to the MS Download Center.
> Once again, download and SAVE the updates that are offered on the Update
> sites.
> DO NOT install them with the antivirus software Enabled.
> Close the browser and any other open programs and then TEMP disable the
> AV once more as you did when installing .NET Framework 1.1 and SP1.
>
> That *should* eliminate any installation issues.
>
> MowGreen [MVP 2003-2008]
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>
>
> kittell wrote:
>
> > I've tried to install windows update on Microsoft. NET Framework, Version 1.1
> > Service Pack 1.
> >
> > While installing it, I get an error code 0x13. I've tried to search the
> > error code on Microsoft.com but unable to get any information or what I
> > should do.
> >
> > Any idea?
> > Alex
>