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tropicsky02

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Q: How do I install iTunes on Windows Server 2003?!? I get an error every time!!

I am having trouble installing any version of ITunes 10.5 or later

on my Windows 2003 Server PC. I receive the following error

every time I try to install it...

"Apple Mobile Device Support requires that your computer is running Windows XP SP2 or newer"

I anyone has had this same problem I would appreciate any help!!!

Thank you!!!

iTunes 10.5 or newer, Other OS, Windows Server 2003

Posted on Jun 1, 2012 9:35 PM

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Q: How do I install iTunes on Windows Server 2003?!? I get an error every time!!

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by mende1,

mende1 Jun 1, 2012 9:41 PM in response to tropicsky02
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Desktops

Jun 1, 2012 9:41 PM in response to tropicsky02

iTunes is only compatible with Windows XP or later (client versions)
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by tropicsky02,

tropicsky02 Jun 1, 2012 10:03 PM in response to mende1
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Jun 1, 2012 10:03 PM in response to mende1

I've googled my problem with many hits stating Itunes can indeed be installed
by making changes to the msi packages and I believe a few
registry hacks. It sounds like it can be done, but before experimenting with
those suggestions I thought looking to the Apple community on the official site
might glean a better remedy.
I'm just surprised Apple doesn't support any Windows Server applications
even though Windows Server 2003 came out after Windows XP,
(Server 2003 - 2003____XP - 2001)
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by ktjonesokc,

ktjonesokc Jun 12, 2012 7:01 PM in response to tropicsky02
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Jun 12, 2012 7:01 PM in response to tropicsky02

I have 10.5.1 running on a windows 2003 server. I haven't been able to upgrade it past this point, receiving the same error you have. I posted about a month ago and haven't seen a response.
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by ktjonesokc,

ktjonesokc Jun 12, 2012 7:30 PM in response to ktjonesokc
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Jun 12, 2012 7:30 PM in response to ktjonesokc

Try using the following instructions:

http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2154140

They just worked for me.
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by hhp_211,

hhp_211 Sep 15, 2012 9:18 AM in response to ktjonesokc
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Sep 15, 2012 9:18 AM in response to ktjonesokc

sweet heavens,,,I am so glad I finally found a solution for this!!!!!!!!
1000 Thanks....
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