itunes v10.5.2 will not re-open after using it and closing it once on my Windows XP computer.

Same exact thing is happening to me. I haven't found a solution, yet. Anyone out there have one?

There is a new version of iTunes which seems ok.

Just installed the newest version and no change in the problem!

I too had this problem. I have found that if I close iTunes in the normal way and then go into Task Manager and end the process: APSDaemon.exe it allows me to reopen iTunes. You will need to perform this each time you use iTunes. However, its quicker than having to re-boot the PC.

I note this process has been mentioned before, but it does work.

Same issue whereby iTunes would run fine on first start following a PC reboot but would not restart again until PC was rebooted. I am running the latest version, 10.5.3.3 and the problem is definately with APSDaemon.exe.

If APSDaemon.exe is terminated each time then iTunes restarts ok.

I then tried to signout of the Store but iTunes hung until I terminated APSDaemon.exe and then iTunes jumped back into life and automatically restarted APSDaemon.exe and then signed me out ok.

So for me, simply NOT signing into the Store has cured the problem as APSDaemon.exe is not started by iTunes anymore.

Apple need to come up with a permanent fix I think.

Martin

You can avoid the problem by just renaming or deleting the APSDaemon.exe file.

Thanks, but where can I find APSDaemon.exe. I operate xp professional. My IT knowledge is very limited so if you could 'spell it out' for me I'll be very grateful.

C; Drive

Folder: Common Files

Sub Folder: Apple

SubSub Folder: Apple Application Support

Whoa! I renamed the deamon to apsdaemon1.exe and it worked (at least for now)!

I'm having a blast just opening and closing iTunes!

Thanks!

I too get the same issue. Win 7 and iTunes hangs when you try to re-open. It does not close out properly in task manager as you can still see it "running". When you force closure it will not re start.

Definately a prob with the latest version. I did an image restore to 12 months ago and all worked fine but then Apple keep wanting you to get the latest version which IS BUGGY.

Come on Apple sort it out......

Hi Mike,

Same problem with xp. Have a look at previous responses. I renamed APSDaemon.exe to APSDaemon1.exe and I have had no problems with itunes restarting. The file apparently is only used for when you whish to sync several apple devices. As I only have an iPad I had no need for the file. It works with the latest Apple update.Hope this helps.

You will probably find the file in: program files\common files\apple\apple application support.

Yes, guys. My renamed apsdaemon1.exe file is still providing the fix weeks later. Just a FYI....

Thanks, yes it seems to work for me too and I sync an iPod, iPod Touch and Apple TV.

I just deleted 'APSDaemon.exe' file and every works now. If this is a malware by apple, please fix it. Should not intruduce bugs like this in systems...

I was having the issue of my itunes not opening until I restarted my computer. Its a simple fix, rather than installing these other programs to completely uninstall it. Just go into your task manager, and hit the processes tab. And look for itunes.exe and end the process. After you do that you should be able to open itunes properly