Question : Able to access the internet but unable to receive microsoft updates?

I am new to windows 2008 r2, I just installed the OS and added antivirus software.  I am able to access the internet without trouble however I am unable to receive updates from Windows Update.  I open Network and Sharing Center and there is a big red X indicating no internet access.    

Answer : Able to access the internet but unable to receive microsoft updates?

If you have internet access but not on shares etc must be the firewall settings.
Disable your firewall tempoaraily till the updates are done, don't know of a work around add WU to the exceptions, I get the same problem in the new Windows 7 profesioanl it's kind of odd MS windows blocking MS updates :P
Which AV do you have add WU to the exeptions there as well