There's more information in the WU log besides what you've indicated,
dslman. See my reply to your reply to Rajeesh <w>

MowGreen [MVP 2003-2007]
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dslman wrote:
> Check the windows update log. Only entries in there are automatic update
> checks.
>
> I even tried the things that Rajesh suggested. Please see my reply to him.
>
> Thanks so much for your help and I'm still open for suggestions.