Can't update software on apple tv

...No matter what time of the day I try, I get the same message  "software update unsuccessful, please try later"  all other features on/offline are working OK.
What else can I do?

I rented the Movie "The Hoax"
The movie downloaded on my DSL in less then 30min. In fact I was downloading several HD video podcasts at the same time. The rental was fast and very easy. I was looking forward to NOT getting in my car and going to get a movie.
The movie rests on my MacBook Pro (in iTunes under a new icon that says "rented movies" under the movie icon and above TV Shows) as my Apple TV has not, and will not be updated until Apple gets around to posting the software update. Once Apple posts the update I then will watch the movie after I transfer the movie to my Apple TV.
I am looking forward to seeing the overall quality. I have not started the movie due to the 24hr watch time. The movie states I have 29 days left to watch it. I hope they post the update sooner than later.
Once again thanks for everyones input.

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