Problem Upgrading IE9 to 10 & 11

>>  I keep getting an update file  <<  what file?
also look at what os version you are  - sp1, or basic - you can best  update the OS first

Win 7 home SP1

Judging by the convoluted tale of the restore it seems entirely possible that not everything was fixed, even though it appeared to be.

Have you considered uninstalling IE9, as described here:

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2579295

This may remove the obstacle to upgrading it, even if you have to install it again before upgrading to IE10 or 11.

also running sfc /scannow can help, or a repair install
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.html            REPAIR
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html

I already ran sfc /scannow and ran a Windows repair.

I'm thinking of using Wsus to run the upgrades. Any comments?

i never used it - so from me "no comment" (like politicians)

I resolved this by installing Wsus Offline and was able to apply the updates with that tool. Since I found a solution that was not presented to me, I will request this question be closed with no points awarded.

i hope it keeps running - so go  ahead

The laptop just came back with a profile problem. this time I'm performing a clean install.

Thanks for your suggestions.

tx for feedback