There is a problem downloading the software for the iPhone, you do not have enough access privileges for this operation

Can't update iPhone 3GS help

I also tried resetting my iphone to the factory settings in itunes and got a message that itunes cannot connect to the iphone back up cite. Then it tells me to check my network connections which are fine or try again later. How can I reset my iphone? Can I reset it without going through itunes? Thanks.

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