ITunes not offering iOS 5

Hi:
I have decided to upgrade my iPhone 3GS to iOS 5. With my iPhone connected to iTunes, when I click "Check for Update" I get a message that says, "This version of the iPhone software (4.2.1) is the current version." How do I get it to upgrade me to iOS 5?
Thanks

It sounds like you have an iphone 3g, not an iphone 3gs.
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