Did a System Restore, Lost previous versions of OS X Updates

So my hard drive died. Got a new HDD, formatted and installed OSX Snow Leopard from the recovery disk that came with the computer. Everything up and running just fine. App store icon has a line through it and cannot open due to the software not being current. Looks as if I need to install a new OSX version but I cannot launch app store. Seems like kind of a catch 22 at the moment. Previously had mavericks installed.
So I tried the migration tool with my external time machine back up and it will not let me migrate due to the old Snow leopard installation that i'm running after the recovery and from when the time machine snapshot was taken with mavericks.
Thanks for any help!!!!!!!

Try running the combo update.
10.6.8 Combo Updater
Then use Software Update to download all updates.

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Right, this one is bugging me.
ive just got an ipod nano for my birthday (november) and have installed all my songs onto it.
but then after a few weeks of having itunes my pc decided it didnt like its sound device, so the sound on my pc completley vanished, so we tried re-installing all the drivers, no avail.
so, (this is on windows xp) i did a system restore to an earlier restore point (before itunes was installed!)
and then did another one, before that date too!
now, i dont have sound, i dont have itunes, i dont have quicktime.
and whenever i try install any of these i get this error message
[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y163/vibrating_cake/ipodprob.jpg[/IMG]
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y163/vibrating_cake/ipodprob.jpg
same for quicktime, just with quicktime in the name rather than itunes.
this is incredibly annoying as i cant even watch dvd's on my desktop anymore because something is blocking my sound device
so what can i do?????????
(to summarise)
i have windows xp
i did two system restores BEFORE i installed ITUNES
i cant re-install ITUNES because i get an error ITUNES.MSI is on a network device which is unavailable.
i dont want to loose all my songs and albums because theres over 1000songs in there.
and itunes will not open or install!
oh... and i have tried backup on the system restore function on windows xp, wont backup BOTH system restores!

If you are not getting sound, go to your control panel and open: Sounds and Audio Devices Properties>>Audio tab and check that your Sound playback device is set to your sound card.
For reinstalling iTunes, after that mess I suggest you do a full removal of iTunes and related programs with Installer cleanup of any programs that do not uninstall, then a reinstall.
Here is the method, follow it carefully and don't leave anything out.
Download a fresh copy of iTunes and the stand alone version of Quicktime (the one without iTunes)
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/win.html
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
Download and install Microsoft Installer cleanup utility, there are instructions on the page as well as the download. Note that what you download is the installer not the program – you have to run it to install the program.
To run the program – All Programs>>Windows Install Cleanup
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/290301/
Now use the following method to remove iTunes and its components:
XP
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1925
Vista
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1923
*If you hit a problem with one of the uninstalls don't worry*, carry on with the deleting of files and folders as directed in the method.
When you get to deleting Quicktime files in the system32 folder as advised in the method, you can delete any file or folder with Quicktime in the name.
Restart your PC.
Run the Microsoft Installer Cleanup Utility. (Start > All Programs > Windows Install Clean Up)
Remove any references you find to the programs you removed - strictly speaking you only need to worry about those programs where the uninstall failed.
If you don’t see an entry for one of the programs that did not uninstall, look out for blank entries or numeric entries that look like version numbers e.g. 7.x for Quicktime or 1.x for Bonjour.
restart your PC
Install the stand alone Quicktime and check that it works.
If it does, install iTunes.

ITunes will not shutdown I have to Contrl-Alt-Delete and end itunes.exe and itunes help to get it to shut down and stay closed. I did a system restore and went back to 10.5.1 version and updated to 10.5.3 no dice Windows 7 64 bit

Itunes will not stay close ever since I updated to 10.5.3 version. I try to close program and it pops right back up! The only way to close is open tack manager and stop the itunes.exe and the itunes.help then it will stay close. I did a system restore back to the earlier version of itunes but problem presisted. I finally did the task manager again and downloaded the update to 10.5.3 and this seemed to resolve the problem for awhile but now it is back! Is anybody else experiencing this problem? and where you able to correct it? I'm running Windows 7 64 bit have never had a problem with anything till now. I ran scans of my machine no viruses.

Hi,
i have exactely the same problem.
After the update to v10.5.3 iTunes isn't shutting down anymore. I have this error on various Windows versions (XP SP3, Win7 x86, Win7 x64.
On my private Notebook v10.5.2.11 still works! I won't update iTunes there - not even for a test .
/Tom

HT1386 I did a system restore on my computer. When I had it up and running I downloaded the latest version of itunes. Now I can't sync any new apps to my ipods. What may be the problem?

I did a system restore on my computer. When I had it up and running again, I downloaded the latest version of itunes. Now I can't sync apps to my sons ipod. What can I do to fix this?

If you have iTunes 11 turn on the Sidebar. Go to iTunes>View and click on Show Sidebar. You can also do a Crtl+S to show the sidebar and Control+B to show the Menu bar
To sync to your iPod go to iTunes>Help>iTunes Help>Sync your iPod....>Sync You Device>Set up Syncing and follow the instructions.

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Hi, I got my I phone stolen and got a replacement phone, I did a system restore and everything came over except for all my apps. What can I do? Yes I did back up my phone prior to it being stolen. I did remember seeing all my apps on my itunes at one point.
Does this happen when you try to connect a new iphone with old itunes account?
I might of downloaded a new firm ware for i tunes before I did a system restore on my new iphone 4, could that of triggered my apps being missing?
please help, I have over 100 apps that I don't want to loose. thanks for anyone that knows whats going on...

If your apps were in itunes on your computer, then they should still be there. Just sync them back to the iphone.
BTW, the backup that itunes performs when syncing does NOT include music/apps/movies/tv shows etc.
Anything purchased on the iphone would have to be transferred to your computer. File>Transfer Purchases
Unlike music/vids/etc, you can redownload apps
How to redownload purchased apps from the App Store

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I copied the iTunes file from the external drive and it's in both places. I thought all I would need is the iTunes program (which I downloaded to new computer) and my iTunes library file. There must be something else that's missing. My iTunes library looks the same on the new computer as it does when I open it on the external drive. If I click on an iTunes library song from my new computer, it will only play if I have the external drive plugged in.
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System Restore, lost music, I tunes won't open

Loaded new Itunes version, now I opened Itunes and no music, Did a system restore, and backed up music file before restore. Music is still on computer, but when I open I tunes it won't open, says can't recognize the .itl file because it is from a newer version, and I tunes won't open. Can I just re download Itunes to fix? Or will this overwrite my music file?

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Just installed iTunes 10.4.1 and it wouldn't work. Did a system restore. ITunes will not boot. Computer tells me I must reinstall iTunes. How do I do that?

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iTunes only keeps one normal backup per iOS device. As you've found out, its an incremental backup in that only data that has changed is actually backed up or overwritten. You can view available backups under iTunes>Preferences>Devices. Any backups listed that are time/date stamped are backups from restore points. These backups are not overwritten. Do you maintain a backup of your computer data? If so, you might be able to retrieve a prior iPhone backup from your computer backup.

I did a system restore and ... Help!

Hello, with this even my husband can not help... I think I lost ALL my docs after a system resrore, this is what I did. Maybe someone knows what went wrong and help me fix [it if not, at least cry with me].
My laptop is a Satellite A55 with XP Home Edition. Everything started when my laptop stopped seeing the Mat**bleep**a UJDA 760 DVD/CDRW. It said the Driver was either missing or corrupted. Looked for this (##@??!!!!) driver everywhere (I found out that I'm not alone in this...) My husband suggested as a last resort to go for the system restore. I did a System Restore with the Toshiba Recovery and Applications / Drivers Media. It worked the DVD/CDRW was back but now the REAL problem began. As instructed I made a Backup but into a 8G removable HDD. (D:/) because C:/ did not have enough space. On recovery I was not asked for "restore" options in any way, shape or form. Afterwards I could not access my backup files, or restore them. I went to the C:/ Properties > Tools were I started the Backup to begin with but there was no Backup/Restore option. Looking in Help, it said to go to Accessories > System tools > Backup/Restore, but there was not Backup/R option either.
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XP Home Edition.
I think I lost ALL my docs after a system resrore
I made a Backup but into a 8G removable HDD. (D:/)
I could not access my backup files, or restore them.
You used Ntbackup.exe to make it?
What sort of backup? Data files or what?
If you backed up data files using Ntbackup.exe, you should be able to recover them.
How to use the Backup utility to back up files and folders in Windows XP Home Edition
Which Satellite A55?
-Jerry

HT1222 I installed the most recent ITunes update after which Itunes no longer worked.. I received an error message Error 7 Windows 193. I did a system restore to eliminate the update.

Apple support had not responded to my requests for clarification. The update corrupted both ITunes and Office Outlook mobileme. The error message when I tried to start up I Tunes was Error 7 Windows 193. I un installed I Tunes and re installed the latest ver and encountered the same error message. I finally did a system restore. Was this a one time problem or is the update bad. In over 30 years I'd never had a problem with any Apple update.

Hi Lutacrew,
If you are having issues with iTunes after an attempted update, you may find the following article helpful:
iTunes 11.1.4 for Windows: Unable to install or open
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS5376
Regards,
- Brenden

HT1925 Currently have iTunes 11.0.1.12 - how do I restore a previous version of iTunes that was far easier to use (much more familiar with)?

Currently have iTunes 11.0.1.12 - how do I restore a previous version of iTunes that was far easier to use (much more familiar with)?

Apple is starting to feel like work and not play.

I just did two System Restores (and clicked something that asked me about "[something -exe]," and now Firefox won't open at all.

I hope someone can help. My husband did something to update Firefox (or Firefox just automatically updated today, I don't know which), but I didn't like the new toolbar much, so I did a System Restore to get back the old one. That didn't work, so I then did another System Restore for an earlier day, but when I restarted the computer, Firefox wouldn't open at all.
A pop-up asked me something about "allowing 'something-.exe' at start-up," with options like "Remember this action, don't allow, and allow," I think, and I don't remember what I clicked, and that's likely part of the problem, but in any case, I can't get Firefox to start now. I click on the logo/icon and nothing happens.
I tried to undo both System Restores, but the computer would only restore the most recent one, not both.
And I tried, as suggested on the forum elsewhere, to go into "Firefox Safe Mode," but that didn't help either.
Thank you for any help.

That's what happened to me too after I upgraded to firefox 4 and it wouldn't connect to my internet. Now I'm stuck with Internet Explorer with none of my important personal information like my favorites.

How to restore the previous version of an app?

Hi,
I would like to restore the previous version of an iphone APP. I hate the new version. I deleted the new version of the app on my Iphone 4 and also on Itunes. I use windows 7 pro. Is there a way to get the previous version of that app? I use Itunes 11, which is the newest version I believe. I have done several backups this year and last year, if that helps. But I am not sure if the app was backed up as well. I know where the back ups are store in my computer. I dont know much about Itunes, can someone help please?
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Strupar

If you have the older version in your recycle bin, or one of your backups, delete the current version of the .ipa file, then paste in a copy of the old one. In iTunes go to the apps section of your library and attempt to Get Info for the app in question. Normally the two versions will have slightly different file names so iTunes may ask you to locate the file, do so. On your device delete the copy of the app, then sync with iTunes. You'll need to disable all forms of automatic updating, and will lose any settings and data associated with the app.
Hmm, offhand I can't recall if automatic updating in iOS 7 is optional. Check that first.
tt2

FAQ: How do I restore a previous version of Photoshop Express?

How do I restore a previous version of Photoshop Express?
Case 1: You have updated Photoshop Express on your phone, but iTunes on your computer has the old version
1. First, go to iTunes on your computer. In the "Apps" section, look for the Photoshop Express icon.
2. Right click on the icon and go to "Get Info"
3. Ensure that the version number reflects 2.7.2, if not, then proceed to Case 2.
4. Next, delete Photoshop Express from your phone or tablet.
5. Connect your device, then in iTunes, go to the device>"Apps" page.
6. Scroll to find Photoshop Express and click "Install", then click sync.
7. If you have made previous in-app purchases, open Photoshop Express and go to settings>Restore Purchases and enter your iTunes credentials
Case 2: You have already updated Photoshop Express on your computer
When iTunes updates an app on your computer, it automatically moves the old version to the trash. To retrieve it and install on your device, follow these steps
1. Go to your trash and look for a file named something like "Photoshop Express 2.7.2.ipa" (depending on which version you had previously)
1A. If you have already emptied your trash you may be able to find this in a machine backup.
2. Move this file to your desktop to make it easy to find.
3. Go to iTunes, and in the Library section select "Apps".
4. Look for the Photoshop Express icon, right click and select "Delete".
5. Now, take the version you moved from the trash and drag it into iTunes.
6. Connect your device, then in iTunes, go to the device>"Apps" page.
7. Scroll to find Photoshop Express and click "Install", then click sync.
8. If you have made previous in-app purchases, open Photoshop Express and go to settings>Restore Purchases and enter your iTunes credentials

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