I installed an update and now itunes won't open.

It doesn't even jump when it's clicked on and I tried to re-install to no avail, help!
I rlly don't want to lose my music library. Any help would be greatly appreciated but I've tried everything I can think of and looked on other discussion boards for a similar problem.. SOS

You only risk losing your music library (and your photos, and everything else for that matter) if you don't maintain a backup of your computer.  When your drive dies (and it will) it will all be gone.
As for this issue:
Apr. 2015 Niel post: Re-install iTunes application - https://discussions.apple.com/message/28055467#28055467 - delete the old application first, with instructions on how to do that. 
April 2015 LincDavis post with a bit more detail on the method Niel outlines - https://discussions.apple.com/message/28101611#28101611
A similar technique by Ben.d using Terminal to delete the application - https://discussions.apple.com/message/28036630#28036630  Normally you don't have to delete an old application but this time it seems to be necessary for some.

Similar Messages

  • I thought I was installing an update and now iTunes will not open? HELP!!!!!, I thought I was installing an update and now iTunes will not open? HELP!!!!!

    I thought I was installing an update and now iTunes will not open on my computer... HELP!!!!

    Others are more likely to help if you stop needlessly repeating yourself and provide some details.
    What operating system? Windows (XP, Vista, 7) Mac
    Any errors?
    Also, try doing a search either here or via Google, you are more likely to get a faster resolution as there is no need to wait on others to respond.    

  • I just tried to update Itunes. Something went wrong with the update and now itunes won't open

    I was notified of an update to itunes when I opened it on my PC this morning. I agreed to the update. The update did not finish and now I can't open itunes on the PC. I tried "repair" in the control panel to no avail. HELP!!

    For general advice see Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.
    The steps in the second box are a guide to removing everything related to iTunes and then rebuilding it which is often a good starting point unless the symptoms indicate a more specific approach. Review the other boxes and the list of support documents further down the page in case one of them applies.
    The further information area has direct links to the current and recent builds in case you have problems downloading, need to revert to an older version, or want to try the iTunes for Windows (64-bit - for older video cards) release as a workaround for installation or performance issues, or compatibility with QuickTime or third party software.
    Your library should be unaffected by these steps but there are also links to backup and recovery advice should it be needed.
    tt2

  • I ran an itunes update, but now itunes won't open as it says it hasn't been installed correctly. How do I reinstall it?

    I ran an itunes update, but now itunes won't open as it says it hasn't been installed correctly. How do I reinstall it?

    Go to Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs (Win XP) or Programs and Features (later)
    Remove all of these items in the following order:
    iTunes
    Apple Software Update
    Apple Mobile Device Support (if this won't uninstall move on to the next item)
    Bonjour
    Apple Application Support
    Reboot, download iTunes, then reinstall, either using an account with administrative rights, or right-clicking the downloaded installer and selecting Run as Administrator.
    The uninstall and reinstall process will preserve your iTunes library and settings, but ideally you would back up the library and your other important personal documents and data on a regular basis. See this user tip for a suggested technique.
    Please note:
    Some users may need to follow all the steps in whichever of the following support documents applies to their system. These include some additional manual file and folder deletions not mentioned above.
    HT1925: Removing and Reinstalling iTunes for Windows XP
    HT1923: Removing and reinstalling iTunes for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
    tt2

  • Just installed the update and now iTunes wont open! Help!!!

    Just installed the update and now iTunes wont open! Help!!!

    See also Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.
    tt2

  • Installed v8 and now itunes won't open

    I upgraded to V 8 and now itunes won't open. Saying my audio configuration not right. Anyone know how to fix this?

    I always backup and archive any and all versions I've used and downloaded, or at least until I feel safe with the current version.
    Setting a backup also lets a system be restored to prior point in time.
    http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/
    Audio playback performance issues -
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93610
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1386
    Troubleshooting iTunes
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=302856

  • I downloaded the iPhoto update and now it won't open the library on my external hard drive telling me it is locked (which it isn't) what do i do?

    i downloaded the iPhoto update and now it won't open the library on my external hard drive telling me it is locked (which it isn't) what do i do?

    What version of iPhoto?
    What format is the disk?

  • I downloaded yosemite and now itunes won't open. what should i do?

    i donwloaded yosemite os x yesterday; and now itunes won't open at all. what to do? (i also downloaded, and re-downloaded, the latest itunes.)

    huh. created a new account, and then itunes opened, without my music. then went back to my old account and now it seems to be working. wth?

  • I have just downloaded OSX Yosemite and attempted to use photoshop CS5 but was prompted to install JavaForOSX2014-001dmg and now photoshop won't open saying ' an unexpected and unrecoverable problem has occurred.photoshop will now exit".  ??

    I have just downloaded OSX Yosemite and attempted to use photoshop CS5 but was prompted to install JavaForOSX2014-001dmg and now photoshop won't open saying ' an unexpected and unrecoverable problem has occurred.photoshop will now exit".  ??
    Can I revert to the older operating system?
    I am not familiar with tech speak, so plain english please. Thank you in advance.

    Do a backup, preferably 2.
    Revert to a Previous OS X
    Revert Yosemite to Mavericks

  • "Updated" and now it won't open

    I just upgraded to the new version of iTunes - 6.05.something I think...anyway, now iTunes won't open period. I just purchases an entire album as well as iTunes exclusive tracks today and now I can't access them...Help!!

    > QuickTime Uninstall error below.
    Unexpected handle.
    Error Number 0x80040707 Description: DLL function
    called crashed: QTInstallCode.QuicktimeUninstallProc.
    Setup will now Terminate.
    good diagnosis, iWonnaMac. your version of this is almost certainly going to be due to an incompatibility between your QuickTime and Windows Update KB908531 on Server 2003 systems.
    for some more info and background on troubleshooting that beast, see:
    b noir: Re: Windows XP 64, trouble after install of itunes update
    if you decide to go the "uninstall KB908531" route with this, strongly consider implementing one of the three workarounds described in the "vulnerabilty details" section of the following security bulletin:
    Microsoft Security Bulletin MS06-015: Vulnerability in Windows Explorer Could Allow Remote Code Execution (908531)

  • I ran a System Restore on my Windows XP notebook and now iTunes won't open. It says something about my "iTunes library being created in a new version of iTunes".

    I ran a System Restore in my Windows XP notebook and now iTunes will not open. The message: The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. What can I do about this?

    Depending on the iTunes settings and where the music is downloaded from, by default, it is stored in C:\...\My Music\iTunes\iTunes Music\. So, if you need to backup, that would be the folder you want to grab.
    However, uninstalling/reinstalling iTunes doesn't affect that folder, so if you have to remove and reinstall it you should not lose any music (although backups are always a good idea).
    In reinstalling, I'd recommend opening your Control Panel and going into Add or Remove Programs, and removing the following:
    1. Apple Mobile Device Support
    2. Apple Software Update
    3. Bonjour
    4. iPod for Windows (if it exists)
    5. iTunes
    6. QuickTime
    Then, restart the computer, and download/install iTunes from http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/. This should ensure that the appropriate version of all related software is installed, and everything is in sync.
    CG

  • Downloaded update and now it won't open

    Yesterday I downlaoded the new iTunes update and now it will not open. I am running Norton and Microsoft Anti-spyware and took some hints from other messages and non of those have worked.
    Anyone with ideas to fix this please send them to me and thank you to those who help!!

    top fixes for a new iTunes install/upgrade are
    - turning off security software such as Norton before the install as Apple suggests
    - installing QuickTime standalone, not regular
    http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/standalone.html
    - setting up Norton to allow iTunes
    - scanning for malware with ewido (Free at www.ewido.net/en/)

  • HT4993 I have an app that was updated and now it won't open

    I updated an app on my iphone 5 and now it won't open. How do I fix this without loosing my data on the app.

    Double-press the HOME button, find the app, and flick its screen image up to kill the in-memory copy of the app. The reboot your phone by holding the HOME and SLEEP buttons until an Apple logo appears.

  • Ask your question.stalled 10.5 and update on my G4 PB and now Itunes won't open due to library created by nwer version, How do I get the old version back ? thankfully I don't have anything in it, having deleted everything for room for the new install.

    I just installed 10.5 and .8 update, from 10.4xx, Original 10.5 Archived and installed,   Now itunes won't, can't open due to "library created by a newer version error message,
    How do I fix this ? uninstall ??? reinstall ?
    I originally didn't have enough free space to intall the new OS so deleted everything/songs and some podcasts in itunes, backed up on another ipod.that hasn'r been updated so not missing anything, but now can't access\ another new(old) ipod and iphone (and not anytthing now) that wouldn't work on the old OS. due to not having the required itunes upgrade and not upgradeable on 10.4xx
    Thanks in advance.

    After reinstalling itunes like PowerBloodRespect said, go into itunes on your account and connect your ipod. On the ipod summary tab, uncheck the box to launch itunes when the ipod is connected.
    You also might want to go into itunes preferences on both accounts.
    On the Device tab, put a checkmark in the box to prevent ipods from syncing automatically.

  • I installed an update and now I can't open App Store or iCal.

    I installed an update, but now when I try to open App Store or iCal, I get this error message:
    "App Store cannot be opened because of a problem.
    Check with the developer to make sure App Store works with this version of OS X. You may need to reinstall the application. Be sure to install any available updates for the application and OS X."
    I've tried restarting the computer, and I read that removing the programs from your dock and then putting them back could fix it, but neither worked. What's wrong and how do I make it work?

    Same problem here. In fact, it started when I installed Mac OS 10.8.1. Since, everything was working super slow. Tried all the tricks that I've read here but nothing worked.
    Had to restore my whole Mac from Time Machine. Then everything started to work smoothly except for one thing: App Store cannot open anymore. So I can't install the new Mac OS 10.8.2.
    I've downloaded it from Apple, but it won't install. It says Mac 10.8.2 failed due to an error.
    I just don't know what to do. So far, Mac OS 10.8.1 has been a giant nightmare to me. I'm a graphic designer who works on Macs for years and years so it's not that I don't know how it works.
    I'm hopeless now.

Maybe you are looking for