Weakest Link is iTunes

I think that iTunes is the weakest part of the Apple TV/iTunes combination. I use iTunes on both OS X and XP.
1. iTunes runs as an application rather than as a service/background process. Each time a reboot is done or you change accounts, iTunes streaming to AppleTV is interrupted. I'd love to see it run as a service with a remotely usable web interface.
2. iTunes can't "watch" directories for new content. If I'm using the machine as a DVR, I want my shows to be added automatically rather than having to use a manual (or user scripted) process. Podcasts and trailers are a good start but it needs the capability for TV, movies, and music as well.
3. iTunes can't transcode material. There are numerous media servers available with "on the fly" transcoding so it doesn't have to be done in advance. I will confess that if I had a choice, I'd be happier with better codec support in Apple TV.
A minor quibble is that while iTunes runs fine on Windows 2000, Apple TV doesn't work with iTunes running W2K. The limitation is clearly documented but it doesn't seem like it should take much work to support W2K.

Yeah, it's gone for me too
The pages are still there, though. Here are two iTunes Store links to the iTunes Plus homepage and FAQ:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/iTunesPlusPage
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/iTunesPlusLearnMorePage
You can also get to that last page by double-clicking the [+] symbol next to the price of an iTunes Plus song. It has all further relevant links.

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What does one do when they get "secure link to itunes store has failed." got this while doing diagnostics test. clicked on help but just got a blank white window. original problem stems from inability to access the itunes store.

I got "secure link to itunes store failed" during a diagnostic test. unable to access itunes store and nothing i do works.

Close your iTunes,
Go to command Prompt -
(Win 7/Vista) - START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES, right mouse click "Command Prompt", choose "Run as Administrator".
(Win XP SP2 & above) - START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/Command Prompt
In the "Command Prompt" screen, type in
netsh winsock reset
Hit "ENTER" key
Restart your computer.
If you do get a prompt after restart windows to remap LSP, just click NO.
Now launch your iTunes and see if it is working now.
If you are still having these type of problems after trying the winsock reset, refer to this article to identify which software in your system is inserting LSP:
iTunes 10.5 for Windows: May see performance issues and blank iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4123?viewlocale=en_US

Secure link to iTunes Store Failed, Can't restore iPhone.

Good day,
Am hoping to get some help please. We recently upgraded our desktop from Windows XP to Windows 7. Re-installed all the software as well as iTunes 10.
All has been working fine, up until yesterday. The playlist which we where syncing with the iPhone 3G, had been changed and we wanted to sync the changes to the phone.
When preforming the sync, it got to the point where it said "Finishing Sync" in iTunes, the phone said "Sync in Progress" and iTunes froze completely. (Not Responding) Left it for about 30mins, after which it still said the same. I rebooted the machine and the phone, and tried again with the same error. I then tried removing all music and videos from the phone. Same problem.
My last resort was to attempt a restore of the phone. It started the restore and eventually got to a point where iTunes came up with the error 2003, unable to restore iPhone, the phone was now stuck in restore mode with the iTunes Logo and USB plug on the main screen.
So off to the iStore to get it fixed. The phone was reformatted/restored there and was working fine but I did not have any contacts/messages or photos on the phone, so I attempted another restore, so I could get my info back. It came up with the same issue again. Error 2003.
I then started browsing around and found out the iTunes diagnostics, it fails every time on the "Secure link to iTunes", iTunes has been added to the Windows firewall, I have tried un-installing my AntiVirus software and trying it with again but same result. I have checked the ports are all open. I have tried to reset my hosts file. I have reset my internet explorer settings, but nothing is working.
Can anybody help me out with this please.
Below is the copy of the diagnostics log created the last time I ran it:
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition (Build 7600)
OEM OEM
iTunes 10.1.1.4
QuickTime 7.6.9
FairPlay 1.10.14
Apple Application Support 1.4.1
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.0.1
CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1
Apple Mobile Device 3.3.0.69
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.52.0.0
Bonjour 2.0.4.0 (214.3)
Gracenote SDK 1.8.2.457
Gracenote MusicID 1.8.2.89
Gracenote Submit 1.8.2.123
Gracenote DSP 1.8.2.34
iTunes Serial Number 91FD09E04D569044
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2011-01-26 08:09:55.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is not supported.
Core Media is supported.
Video Display Information
NVIDIA, NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS
** External Plug-ins Information **
No external plug-ins installed.
iPodService 10.1.1.4 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 10.1.1.4 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
** Network Connectivity Tests **
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name: {56AC59F1-BAF3-48E5-A70D-50B73E31F5EA}
Description: Realtek RTL8102E/RTL8103E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC (NDIS 6.20)
IP Address: 192.168.0.202
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.0.1
DHCP Enabled: Yes
DHCP Server: 192.168.0.1
Lease Obtained: Tue Jan 25 22:44:34 2011
Lease Expires: Wed Jan 26 22:44:34 2011
DNS Servers: 192.168.0.1
192.168.0.254
Active Connection: LAN Connection
Connected: Yes
Online: Yes
Using Modem: No
Using LAN: Yes
Using Proxy: Yes
HTTP Proxy: 192.168.0.1:800
SSL 3.0 Support: Enabled
TLS 1.0 Support: Enabled
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is on.
iTunes is NOT enabled in Windows Firewall.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was successful.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Last successful store access was 2011-01-26 08:08:05.
Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks in advance!

The results show that you have a proxy server set and this can often cause problems with iTunes.
The proxy setting can be accessed in Internet options>>Connections>>LAN Settings.
Try un-checking the proxy server check box.
It might also be a good idea to run a malware check if you didn't know you had the proxy server set.
You can download a free version of an excellent scanner- Malwarebytes here:
http://www.malwarebytes.org/

My itunes in pc fails to secure link with itunes store it shows the process bar it automatically quits the process it also does not shows any on the screen. i am using windows xp service pack 3. what shoul i do?

my itunes in pc fails to secure link with itunes store it shows the process bar it automatically quits the process it also does not shows any on the screen. i am using windows xp service pack 3. what shoul i do?
Diagnostics test
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 (Build 2600)
ECS G31T-M7
iTunes 10.5.2.11
QuickTime 7.6.9
FairPlay 1.13.37
Apple Application Support 2.1.6
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.0.1
CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1
Apple Mobile Device 4.0.0.97
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.57.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.5.502
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.5.115
Gracenote Submit 1.9.5.143
Gracenote DSP 1.9.5.45
iTunes Serial Number 0012ABAC07F3CCB0
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2011-12-31 14:06:21.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is not supported.
Core Media is not supported. (16005)
Video Display Information
Intel(R) G33/G31 Express Chipset Family
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
No external plug-ins installed.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:        {7599FAD1-1BB9-4AC6-80AF-404253DC519E}
Description:            Atheros L2 Fast Ethernet 10/100 Base-T Controller - Packet Scheduler Miniport
IP Address:             192.168.1.5
Subnet Mask:          255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:    192.168.1.1
DHCP Enabled:      Yes
DHCP Server:         192.168.1.1
Lease Obtained:     Sat Dec 31 13:46:09 2011
Lease Expires:       Tue Jan 03 13:46:09 2012
DNS Servers:         192.168.1.1
Active Connection: LAN Connection
Connected:             Yes
Online:                    Yes
Using Modem:        No
Using LAN:             Yes
Using Proxy:           No
SSL 3.0 Support:     Enabled
TLS 1.0 Support:     Enabled
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is on.
iTunes is enabled in Windows Firewall.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2011-12-31 14:00:02.
**** Device Connectivity Tests ****
iPodService 10.5.2.11 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 10.5.2.11 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
Universal Serial Bus Controllers:
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27C8. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27C9. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27CA. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27CB. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB2 Enhanced Host Controller - 27CC. Device is working properly.
No FireWire (IEEE 1394) Host Controller found.
Connected Device Information:
rawkiss’s iPhone, iPhone 3G running firmware version 4.0
Serial Number:       86931UEAY7H
**** Device Sync Tests ****
Sync tests completed successfully.

I have found a fix after doing additional research through this forum. Tech Note #328730 addresses this problem and it works for Photoshop Album 3.2 even though it was written for release 1.0.
Here is a link that will take you directly to the Tech Note:
http://kb.adobe.com/selfservice/viewContent.do?externalId=328730
When using this fix the Tech Note indicates:
"Imported image data and tags are lost when you re-create the My Catalog.psa file, so you need to reimport images and reapply any tags"
however it did retain the captions (at least it did for me).

A problem to have a secure link to itunes store

hi guys
i have a problem with my iphone 3gs i just unlocked my thru at&t but in order to complete the process i have to restore my phone i did resore it like few times and just keep stucking at the activation point and everytime i connect it to the itunes give that msg "
We're sorry, we are unable to continue with your activation at this time."
and when i run the diagnostics it just says "secure link to itunes failed "
and here is the diagnostics report
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition Service Pack 1 (Build 6001)
Acer Aspire 5810T
iTunes 11.0.2.26
QuickTime 7.7.3
FairPlay 2.3.31
Apple Application Support 2.3.3
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.3.0
CD Driver DLL 2.1.3.1
Apple Mobile Device 6.1.0.13
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.64.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.6.502
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.6.115
Gracenote Submit 1.9.6.143
Gracenote DSP 1.9.6.45
iTunes Serial Number 00AFBB0803CFF380
Current user is not an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2013-04-30 20:51:58.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is not supported.
Core Media is supported.
Video Display Information
Intel Corporation, Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Express Chipset Family
Intel Corporation, Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Express Chipset Family
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
No external plug-ins installed.
iPodService 11.0.2.26 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 11.0.2.26 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:    {47F96457-EF2B-4C82-BD36-5DEA5302A88F}
Description:    Atheros AR5B91 Wireless Network Adapter
IP Address:    10.0.0.10
Subnet Mask:    255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:    10.0.0.1
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:    10.0.0.1
Lease Obtained:    Tue Apr 30 20:24:06 2013
Lease Expires:    Wed May 01 20:24:06 2013
DNS Servers:    10.0.0.1
Adapter Name:    {10FAFB6D-C08D-4BF5-AC21-787996885DD4}
Description:    Atheros AR8131 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
IP Address:    0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:    0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:    0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:    Wed Dec 31 19:00:00 1969
Lease Expires:    Wed Dec 31 19:00:00 1969
DNS Servers:
Active Connection:    LAN Connection
Connected:    Yes
Online:        Yes
Using Modem:    No
Using LAN:    Yes
Using Proxy:    No
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is on.
iTunes is enabled in Windows Firewall.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was successful.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2013-04-30 20:27:58.
and my laptop runnig with a win vista home premium
please help i've been looking for two month and i couldn't find a way to activate my phone

Hello black jack 1986,
For troubleshooting information on this, take a look at this article:
iPhone: Troubleshooting activation issues
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3424
Since the update or restore did not complete you may also want to look at:
iOS: Unable to update or restore
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
Hope this helps,
Mario

Secure link to iTunes store failed

I cannot get iTunes to create a "secure link to iTunes store". I'm at a complete loss on how to fix this. I'm running Windows XP, connected thru a network switch to HughesNet. I have the latest version of iTunes, I can sign into the iTunes store & download songs, but can't update my phone. . I tried to upgrade my 3GS to iOS 5 & iTunes said I wasn't connected. I click "update", it starts to backup my phone, then stops & says it can't connect. I did a manual backup of my phone, then hit "update" & it still didn't work.
Here's what I've tried so far:
Clock is set correctly, not using a proxy, lan settings correct (ssl 3.0 & tls 1.0 checked, server cert. revocation off), cleared dns, reset winsock, restarted network switch, restarted modem, uninstalled Norton products, turned off ZoneAlarm, uninstalled ZoneAlarm, turned off Windows firewall, verified that iTunes is on Windows Firewall exception list, opened port 80, opened port 443, created new blank "hosts" file, repaired iTunes, uninstalled iTunes, reinstalled iTunes.
Still nothing. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Here's the info from iTunes diagnostics:
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 (Build 2600)
Compaq Presario 061 RE468AA-ABA SR2013WM NA680
iTunes 10.5.0.142
QuickTime not available
FairPlay 1.13.35
Apple Application Support 2.1.5
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.0.1
CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1
Apple Mobile Device 4.0.0.96
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.57.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.3.494
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.3.106
Gracenote Submit 1.9.3.136
Gracenote DSP 1.9.3.44
iTunes Serial Number 0012A88C07CE9F50
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2011-11-07 00:24:41.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is not supported.
Core Media is supported.
Video Display Information
NVIDIA GeForce 6150 LE
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
No external plug-ins installed.
iPodService 10.5.0.142 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 10.5.0.142 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:    {A47E9666-44E0-45C0-881D-683D914BFD92}
Description:    NVIDIA nForce Networking Controller - Packet Scheduler Miniport
IP Address:    192.168.0.2
Subnet Mask:    255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:    192.168.0.1
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:    192.168.0.1
Lease Obtained:    Mon Nov 07 00:16:45 2011
Lease Expires:    Mon Nov 07 01:16:45 2011
DNS Servers:    67.142.178.10
        67.142.178.11
Active Connection:    LAN Connection
Connected:    Yes
Online:        Yes
Using Modem:    No
Using LAN:    Yes
Using Proxy:    No
SSL 3.0 Support:    Enabled
TLS 1.0 Support:    Enabled
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is off.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2011-11-07 00:22:24.

Still no luck, I've even uninstalled AVG after running a virus scan. I've checked the registry, & still get a "connection timed out" error. Any suggestions?

Secure link to itunes store failed. Itunes 10.5.

Here is the result of my diagnostic. Apple people please help me. I'm 17, and no knowledge of these technologies.
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition (Build 7600)
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. N150P/N210P/N220P
iTunes 10.5.0.142
QuickTime 7.7
FairPlay 1.13.35
Apple Application Support 2.1.5
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.0.1
CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1
Apple Mobile Device 4.0.0.96
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.57.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.3.494
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.3.106
Gracenote Submit 1.9.3.136
Gracenote DSP 1.9.3.44
iTunes Serial Number 001DAABC029AA4C8
Current user is not an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2011-10-21 11:29:23.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is supported.
Core Media is not supported. (16005)
Video Display Information
Intel Corporation, Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
Intel Corporation, Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
Plug-in Name:          MiniLyrics Visualizer
Plug-in Loaded:          Yes
Plug-in Version:          0.8
Plug-in File Version:          Unknown
Plug-in Path:          C:\Program Files\iTunes\Plug-ins\iTunesMinilyrics.dll
iPodService 10.5.0.142 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 10.5.0.142 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:          {B7E00184-9DA3-4BFD-95D0-431AD5492412}
Description:          SmartBro
IP Address:          10.140.36.3
Subnet Mask:          255.255.255.255
Default Gateway:          0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:          No
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:          121.1.3.168
                    121.1.3.250
Adapter Name:          {842567C9-3AB9-4FA4-8A69-BAC5AF7EBC18}
Description:          Bluetooth Device (Personal Area Network)
IP Address:          0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:          0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:          0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:          Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:
Adapter Name:          {B3AB2D2F-7899-4D93-845F-B36FA5ECBBA3}
Description:          Broadcom 802.11n Network Adapter
IP Address:          0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:          0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:          0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:          Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:
Adapter Name:          {BED6A886-EF44-4C74-9156-81D80DA06787}
Description:          Marvell Yukon 88E8040 Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller
IP Address:          0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:          0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:          0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:          Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:          Thu Jan 01 08:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:
Active Connection:          SmartBro
Connected:          Yes
Online:                    Yes
Using Modem:          Yes
Using LAN:          No
Using Proxy:          No
SSL 3.0 Support:          Enabled
TLS 1.0 Support:          Enabled
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is on.
iTunes is NOT enabled in Windows Firewall.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was successful.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2011-10-21 11:24:39.
I just updated my iTunes to 10.5 and my iOS (iPod touch 4g) to 5.
Only the secure link to itunes store have failed, and I cannot connect to itunes store.

Oops, now iTunes can't open my iPhone because that is iOS5. Can't be bothered to restore that back to iOS4 so I am going back to iTunes 10.5 so I can at least manage my existing podcasts. I shall just use App Store and iTunes on my phone for Apps and wait until Apple provides a fix

Secure link to iTunes Store failed: HELP!

I'm new to iTunes and purchased my first iPod yesterday night. The first time I plugged in my iPod to sync it, I wasn't able to. At first I had version 10 then it updated. On the previous version I was able to access the iTunes store but wasn't able to sync my iPod. I had downloaded the most recent version of iTunes (10.1) and then this problem occured.
"iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. The network connection timed out. Please make sure that the network settings are correct and that your netowrk is connected, then try again."
I've read several different manuals and emailed Apple about it. I've tried a lot of different things to fix it.
+-change firewall settings+
+-redownloaded iTunes+
+-contacted Apple Tech Support+
+-changed proxy settings+
+-changed permissions+
+-disabled firewall+
+-restarting iTunes+
+-restarting router+
And several others. Nothing seems to work. I ran a diagnostic review and this is what came up.
*Network interfaces verified*
*Internet connection verified*
*Secure link to iTunes Store failed*
I'm not sure how to fix it now. These are what I copied from the diagnostic review.
*Microsoft Windows 7 x64 Home Premium Edition (Build 7600)*
*TOSHIBA Satellite L455*
*iTunes 10.1.2.17*
*QuickTime 7.6.9*
*FairPlay 1.10.24*
*Apple Application Support 1.4.1*
*iPod Updater Library 10.0d2*
*CD Driver 2.2.0.1*
*CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1*
*Apple Mobile Device 3.3.1.3*
*Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.52.0.0*
*Bonjour 2.0.4.0 (214.3)*
*Gracenote SDK 1.8.2.457*
*Gracenote MusicID 1.8.2.89*
*Gracenote Submit 1.8.2.123*
*Gracenote DSP 1.8.2.34*
*iTunes Serial Number 2DA3F8EB5C804A33*
*Current user is an administrator.*
*The current local date and time is 2011-02-19 15:44:30.*
*iTunes is not running in safe mode.*
*WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.*
*HDCP is supported.*
*Core Media is supported.*
*Video Display Information*
*Intel Corporation, Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Express Chipset Family*
*Intel Corporation, Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Express Chipset Family*
*** External Plug-ins Information ***
*No external plug-ins installed.*
*iPodService 10.1.2.17 (x64) is currently running.*
*iTunesHelper 10.1.2.17 is currently running.*
*Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.*
*** Network Connectivity Tests ***
*Network Adapter Information*
*Adapter Name: {DB1EBC99-C940-4565-9470-D6F601478C5D}*
*Description: Microsoft Virtual WiFi Miniport Adapter*
*IP Address: 0.0.0.0*
*Subnet Mask: 0.0.0.0*
*Default Gateway: 0.0.0.0*
*DHCP Enabled: No*
*DHCP Server: *
*Lease Obtained: Wed Dec 31 18:00:00 1969*
*Lease Expires: Wed Dec 31 18:00:00 1969*
*DNS Servers: *
*Adapter Name: {B689CFFB-FDFA-4886-A510-FEA274EFCF14}*
*Description: Realtek RTL8187B Wireless 802.11b/g 54Mbps USB 2.0 Network Adapter*
*IP Address: 192.168.1.2*
*Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0*
*Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1*
*DHCP Enabled: Yes*
*DHCP Server: 192.168.1.1*
*Lease Obtained: Sat Feb 19 11:57:55 2011*
*Lease Expires: Sun Feb 20 11:57:55 2011*
*DNS Servers: 192.168.1.1*
*Adapter Name: {4AAC1865-70C9-4D56-A74C-C1609AA0102E}*
*Description: Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller*
*IP Address: 0.0.0.0*
*Subnet Mask: 0.0.0.0*
*Default Gateway: 0.0.0.0*
*DHCP Enabled: Yes*
*DHCP Server: *
*Lease Obtained: Wed Dec 31 18:00:00 1969*
*Lease Expires: Wed Dec 31 18:00:00 1969*
*DNS Servers: *
*Active Connection: LAN Connection*
*Connected: Yes*
*Online: Yes*
*Using Modem: No*
*Using LAN: Yes*
*Using Proxy: No*
*SSL 3.0 Support: Enabled*
*TLS 1.0 Support: Enabled*
*Firewall Information*
*Windows Firewall is on.*
*iTunes is enabled in Windows Firewall.*
*Connection attempt to Apple web site was unsuccessful.*
*The network connection timed out.*
*Basic connection to the store failed.*
*The network connection timed out.*
*Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.*
*The network connection timed out.*
*Last successful iTunes Store access was 2011-02-18 22:19:01.*
What do I do? Any information and suggestions would be very helpful.

i found a solution that worked in my case..i found it in this thread: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2284692?start=0&tstart=0 in texlark's post..i copied and pasted it here:
The Fix (& It's NOT Your Firewall)
A. Symptoms
When you try to connect to the iTunes Store you may receive the alert message "We could not complete your iTunes Store request. An unknown error occured (-9808). There was an error in the iTunes Store. Please try again later."
B. Resolution
Check your computer's date, time, and time zone. Set the correct date, time, and time zone if needed. If your computer's date, time, and time zone are all correct and you still see this alert message, this issue can be resolved by modifying certain settings in the Internet Options control panel:
1) Go to the Start menu and choose Control Panel.
2) Select Internet Options.
Note: If you are using Windows Vista you may need to select Classic View on the left before you can see Internet Options.
Note: If you are using WIndows 7 you may need to change "View by" to either Large icons or Small icons before you can see Internet Options.
3) Click the Advanced tab.
4) In the Settings box, scroll down to the Security section.
5) Deselect the option to "Check for server certificate revocation (requires restart)."
6) Select the options for "SSL 3.0" and "TLS 1.0."
7) Apply the changes and restart your computer.
Disclaimers
Important: Information about products not manufactured by Apple is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute Apple’s recommendation or endorsement. Please contact the vendor for additional information.
Article source: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2753
thanks a lot texlark!

Secure link to iTunes store failed.. how do i fix this problem?

I tried to updates my Ipod touch 4g to IOS 5.0.1 but it said i can't connect to the serve and when I Run Diagnostics on Itune everything is fine except A Secure link to iTunes store failed.... anyone know how to fixed it?

I need help with this, been trying everything

Secure Link to itunes store failed issue

I cannot access the itunes store or even authorize my computer. I have been working on this for months. Done everything that Apple support emailed me and I am ready to go crazy. My diagnostic shows secure link to itunes store failed. Can anyone help?

Many thanks.
With those symptoms, I'd try the following document:
Apple software on Windows: May see performance issues and blank iTunes Store
(If there's a SpeedBit LSP showing up in Autoruns, it's usually best to just uninstall your SpeedBit Video Accelerator.)

Secure link to iTunes store failed and Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful

Hello everyone, Im facing error with my iTunes. When I run diagnostics i can see "Secure link to iTunes store failed" - please see the image below
Please note: as it is showing secure link to itunes is failed but still i can see iTunes store, but the above error shows when I run diagnostics.
After that when I go through the next and I found the diagnostics report as below, within report i have marked a line with RED colored "Connection attempt to firmware update server unsuccessful". I need HELP!!!!!
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 (Build 2600)
Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd. G31M-ES2C
iTunes 11.3.0.54
QuickTime not available
FairPlay 2.6.12
Apple Application Support 3.0.5
iPod Updater Library 11.1f5
CD Driver 2.2.3.0
CD Driver DLL 2.1.3.1
Apple Mobile Device 7.1.2.6
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.64.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.6.502
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.6.115
Gracenote Submit 1.9.6.143
Gracenote DSP 1.9.6.45
iTunes Serial Number 0012B9F0069DE9C0
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2014-08-05 01:48:05.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is not supported.
Core Media is supported.
Video Display Information
NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
No external plug-ins installed.
The drive G: ZTE USB SCSI CD-ROM Rev 2.31 is a USB 2 device.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:    {14DCBC2B-34CB-431B-8625-1E62D7310533}
Description:    WAN (PPP/SLIP) Interface
IP Address:    10.128.133.101
Subnet Mask:    255.255.255.255
Default Gateway:    10.128.133.101
DHCP Enabled:    No
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:    Thu Jan 01 06:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:    Thu Jan 01 06:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:    8.8.8.8
        156.154.70.1
Active Connection:    Teletalk
Connected:    Yes
Online:        Yes
Using Modem:    Yes
Using LAN:    No
Using Proxy:    No
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is on.
iTunes is enabled in Windows Firewall.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was successful.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2014-08-04 03:23:27.
**** Device Connectivity Tests ****
iPodService 11.3.0.54 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 11.3.0.54 is currently running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
Universal Serial Bus Controllers:
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27C8. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27C9. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27CA. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB Universal Host Controller - 27CB. Device is working properly.
Intel(R) 82801G (ICH7 Family) USB2 Enhanced Host Controller - 27CC. Device is working properly.
No FireWire (IEEE 1394) Host Controller found.
**** Device Sync Tests ****
No iPod, iPhone, or iPad found.

Hi msahed,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities.
It sounds like there is an issue with your PC establishing a secure connection to the iTunes Store and the firmware update server. Try following along with the articles below, as they should resolve the issues that you described.
iTunes: About the "A secure network connection could not be established" alert
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1470
iTunes for Windows: iTunes can't contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1814
I hope this helps.
-Jason

Secure link to iTunes Store Failed using XPSP3

I cannot log into the iTunes store. When I run diagnostics it indicates Secure Link to iTunes Store Failed. It does not appear to be my related to McAfee security software as the issue remains when the file wall is disabled. I have following the trouble shooting steps from the website and have also tried disabling all start up programs except qttask and iTunes Helper.
Any other suggestions on how to restore the secure link and enable connection?

Close your iTunes,
Go to command Prompt -
(Win 7/Vista) - START>PROGRAMS>ACCESSORIES, right mouse click "Command Prompt", choose "Run as Administrator".
(Win XP SP2 n above) - START>PROGRAMS>ACCESSORIES>Command Prompt
In the "Command Prompt" screen, type in
netsh winsock reset
Hit "ENTER" key
Restart your computer.
If you do get a prompt after restart windows to remap LSP, just click NO.
Now launch your iTunes and see if it is working now.
If you are still having these type of problems after trying the winsock reset, refer to this article to identify which software in your system is inserting LSP:
Apple software on Windows: May see performance issues and blank iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4123?viewlocale=en_US

Secure link to iTunes Store failed ... cannot update iphone 3gs?

So i havent been able to update my iphone, I get a 3194 error after loading the ipsw file.
When i run a diagnostic i get a Secure link to iTunes Store failed error, which i think causes the problem
I have tried the netsh winsock reset fix, and still no results, as well as looking for LSP conflict.
Any help on this matter would be appreciated very much!
Microsoft Windows 7 x64 Home Premium Edition Service Pack 1 (Build 7601)
TOSHIBA Satellite C660
iTunes 10.6.1.7
QuickTime 7.7.2
FairPlay 1.14.37
Apple Application Support 2.1.7
iPod Updater Library 10.0d2
CD Driver 2.2.0.1
CD Driver DLL 2.1.1.1
Apple Mobile Device 5.1.1.4
Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.59.0.0
Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
Gracenote SDK 1.9.5.502
Gracenote MusicID 1.9.5.115
Gracenote Submit 1.9.5.143
Gracenote DSP 1.9.5.45
iTunes Serial Number 0031AE040346F710
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2012-05-22 16:58:12.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
WebKit accelerated compositing is enabled.
HDCP is supported.
Core Media is supported.
Video Display Information
ATI Technologies Inc., ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470
**** External Plug-ins Information ****
No external plug-ins installed.
iPodService 10.6.1.7 (x64) is currently running.
iTunesHelper is currently not running.
Apple Mobile Device service 3.3.0.0 is currently running.
**** Network Connectivity Tests ****
Network Adapter Information
Adapter Name:    {19ACA961-E7BA-4C75-8760-714769F5E5B1}
Description:    Bluetooth Personal Area Network
IP Address:    0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:    0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:    0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:    Thu Jan 01 02:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:    Thu Jan 01 02:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:
Adapter Name:    {93853149-BB5E-42F6-95B2-147BCEA64CCD}
Description:    Atheros AR9002WB-1NG Wireless Network Adapter
IP Address:    192.168.0.63
Subnet Mask:    255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:    192.168.0.4
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:    192.168.0.4
Lease Obtained:    Tue May 22 16:31:02 2012
Lease Expires:    Fri May 25 16:31:02 2012
DNS Servers:    10.1.168.1
Adapter Name:    {9E013B8A-BE41-43B6-BEB6-85C6104005FD}
Description:    Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller
IP Address:    0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask:    0.0.0.0
Default Gateway:    0.0.0.0
DHCP Enabled:    Yes
DHCP Server:
Lease Obtained:    Thu Jan 01 02:00:00 1970
Lease Expires:    Thu Jan 01 02:00:00 1970
DNS Servers:
Active Connection:    LAN Connection
Connected:    Yes
Online:        Yes
Using Modem:    No
Using LAN:    Yes
Using Proxy:    No
Firewall Information
Windows Firewall is off.
Connection attempt to Apple web site was successful.
Connection attempt to browsing iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to purchasing from iTunes Store was successful.
Connection attempt to iPhone activation server was successful.
Connection attempt to firmware update server was unsuccessful.
The network connection timed out.
Connection attempt to Gracenote server was successful.
The network connection could not be established.
Last successful iTunes Store access was 2012-05-22 16:54:25.

Sorry, wrong section

Secure link to itunes store failed computer not connected to internet tried ununininstalling everything to do with itunes no joy also error code coming up E0000225 anybody out there got any ideas

Secure link to itunes store failed, (computer not connected to internet tried uninstalling everything to do with itunes,no joy also errror code E0000225 appearing. Have turned off windows firewall and also my Bullguarg security settings.Can anybody out there please help me thanks.

Hi,
You could be right that the response to clicking on help is a symptom of an entirely separate issue, but nevertheless the secure link to itunes is definitely failed, and I am unable to log into Itunes on either PC.
I also noticed that even if I click on the link to create a whole new Apple ID, I cannot do that either, presumably because the secure link is not working.
After I noticed that there were weird things happening this morning, I did change my Apple ID password in the hope that this might resolve it, but it seemed to make it worse. Now, all of my apple devices keep constantly prompting me for the apple ID password, and randomly either accepting it, or telling me it is wrong. I know the password is correct because I can log onto the apple Manage My Apple ID screens in a web browser with it.
I was starting to think that this is an ISP issue (BT Broadband), but I have not seen anyone else posting with the same issue. Does Apple use a different security protocol to everyone else? I'm asking because all other secure services seem to be working fine, but anything related to apple that requires a secure connection or authentication is having issues.
I have also seen reference to making sure that Itunes is listed as an allowed program in Windows Firewall. I cannot seem to do this because it says that my Windows firewall is being managed by McCafee. I have checked the settings in McCafee, and it appears to me that Itunes, Bonjour, and many other apple programs have been granted "Full" access. As said before in any case I have tried temporarily disabling the firewall and even this did not solve the problem.

When I run itunes diagnostic tests, I am told secure link to itunes store failed. My firewall is not blocking itunes. I have tried to download two itunes products and these have failed to download properly. What do I do?

When I run itunes diagnostic tests, I am told secure link to itunes store failed. My firewall is not blocking itunes. I have tried to download two itunes products and these have failed to download properly. What do I do?

WIndows Vista and 7 uninstall instructions:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1923
Windows XP instructions:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1925
I would say a removal is necassary! this will not affect the content

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