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I purchased tv shows from iTunes and keep getting a download error tap to retry.

I purchased tv shows from iTunes and keep getting a download error tap to retry. Why don't the shows download? What can I do?

Posted on Jun 19, 2013 6:39 PM

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Jun 22, 2013 7:01 AM in response to Julfos

Hello there Julfos,


I recommend this part of the article named iTunes: How to resume interrupted iTunes Store downloads found here http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1725.

If you cannot complete the download on your device, you can finish the download in iTunes on your computer and then sync it to your device. For instructions, see the following articles:

Additional Information

If your purchase does not resume downloading after following the steps in this article, you can also try the following steps to troubleshoot the download issue.

  1. Restart your computer or device.
  2. Check for updates for your Mac or PC and install any software updates. Also, check for and install updates for any security software you may have (anti-virus, anti-malware, firewall, and so on).
  3. If using Wi-Fi for Internet access, try using a different Wi-Fi network when downloading. If you are connecting to a home network, try restarting your Wi-Fi router. Also, check for and install any firmware updates for your Wi-Fi router. (Refer the manufacturer's website for your router to get information on updating its firmware).


If that does not resolve the issue then I recommend quitting all the apps running with this article, and trying again.

iOS: Force an app to close

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5137


Perhaps even forgetting your home network and rejoining it.

Tap Settings > Wi-Fi and locate the Wi-Fi network to which you are connected. Then tap > and Forget this Network. Try to connect to your desired Wi-Fi network again.

Or resetting your network settings.

Reset network settings by tapping Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.

Note: This will reset all network settings including: previously connected Wi-Fi networks and passwords, recently used Bluetooth accessories, VPN and APN settings.

From: iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections

http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1398


All the very best,

Sterling

I purchased tv shows from iTunes and keep getting a download error tap to retry.

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