I actually setup an old notebook I had lying around with Windows XP SP3. being so old, it does have trouble accessing the internet.

With the new software installed, I CANNOT do a live update. It comes up with some kind of Error. that does not worry me, but to be able to download and upload does.

I had installed my old software prior to updating to the new one and I was able to download and upload from the remote. So I am guessing it is the software.
I will however try the battery trick. thanks.