Error Code 0x80070490 in Windows XP Support.......

[iGennie]

You get an error code "0x80070490" when you try to install updates using the Windows Update or Microsoft Update Web sites
Symptoms:-
When trying to update your Windows components using Windows update or Microsoft update websites, you may get the 0x80070490 error code.
Cause:-
The main reason for this error to cause is the Component Based Servicing Manifest. If the CBS Manifest is corrupted, then you may receive this error.
Resolution
This issue can be resolved by the following methods. You can try any of the methods that are appropriate for your Windows operating system.
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[monica85]

Have you tried calling the customer support services and see what they say ?

[tanja]

Well, you gave us rather useful information.
But it seems to me that not many of us have problems with such errors with Windows 7, not Xp.

[talks44]

Originally Posted by monica85

Have you tried calling the customer support services and see what they say ?

OP has already given the solution of that problem, read the whole thread again.