What is going on - my itunes will not open?

Question

All of a sudden, my Itunes will not open? Have uninstalled, reinstalled, etc. no difference...

Answer 1

SO you get no error message when you try to launch iTunes, Just a brief flash of the hour glass then nothing?
After trying to launch iTune, go to the task manager and look to see if you can see iTunes.exe running on the processes tab.
If so, here is a troubleshooting method for this particular type of launch failure. This is a diagnostic process aimed at finding the cause of the problem. You will need to post pack with information about what happened when you tried the various steps. Once the cause of the problem is identified, we can look for a solution.
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Troubleshooting silent launch failure in Windows XP
Before checking if iTunes works, restart your PC or close the iTunes.exe process with task manager if it is running.
A couple of simple things to try:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1776?viewlocale=en_US
Stop the bonjour service, this FAQ has instructions:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2250?viewlocale=en_US
But usually it is due to a problem with cryptographic services.
Check to see if you have your smart card service and that it is not set to disabled. For some reason iTunes needs it.
Start>>Run>>Services.msc
you should find the smart card service in the list. Report back with your findings.
Malware can interfere with cryptographic services and also prevent a resolution so it is important to check that your system is clean before proceeding: Run a virus and spyware scan with up to date definitions.
Then work through *Method 4* in the following link:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/822798
You should be able to copy and paste the individual lines to save on typing.
Make a careful note of any error messages you get, they are important for diagnosis. Report back any error messages especially the names of any dlls mentioned.
If there are no errors try starting iTunes.
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