Can I delete iT.tmp and TempFile.tmp's?

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Can I delete iT.tmp and TempFile.tmp's?

I just noticed that I have over 13,000 iT.tmp and Temp File.tmp files in my iTunes folder that are apparently taking up 59 GB. I just followed the advice on this board to clear up the issue of my iTunes library disappearing every time I restart my computer (I have a Sony Vaio) if that explains anything. So can I just delete all these files or do I have to keep them for any reason?

Thanks for any help!

Sony Vaio, Windows Vista

Posted on Jul 12, 2009 2:59 PM

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Answer 1

turingtest2

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Jul 12, 2009 3:43 PM in response to fogler416

You can delete them. They are temporary files created when iTunes writes out a fresh version of the library. If one already exists a new one with a new index is created. I guess the process that was stopping iTunes successfully updating the library is also responsible for it not completing the housekeeping properly. When everything works properly, should you look carefully, you may spot an IT.tmp file occasionally popping in to and out of existence just after you update your library.

tt2

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Answer 2

Sep 21, 2009 4:45 AM in response to fogler416

Hi,

Could you please tell me what you did to stop your music library disappearing? I've got the same problem (Sony Vaio as well) and it's driving me nuts!

Thanks.

Message was edited by: Bridge1991

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polydorus

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Sep 21, 2009 4:49 AM in response to Bridge1991

There is a problem with media management software Vaio xml library Manager, the Vaio content manager and the Vaio Music Box software
http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=8537277#8537277

In Control Panel, turn off Vaio Content Folder Watcher and VAIO Content Metadata Intelligent Analyzing Manager.
Also see
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2715

Sony have issued upgrades to fix this for some models, check you Sony Download site.

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