Why can't I get the most recent Itunes? Windows 10

I followed your link and tried to install 12.5.4.42 for Windows (64-bit) which not only did not work but broke my install from the original article. I had to uninstall and reinstall 12.2.1.16 which is working but the auto update also fails. Ill try the new versions as they come out maybe one will work in the future.

Thank you for this fix!!! Had a problem after a system restore, I swear I was already running the 64-bit version before though so really can't understand the problem. It seems like an issue on Microsoft's end, and how their System Restore functions.

It doesn't hugely matter to me that I'm now running the 32-Bit version, just the fact that it's working again is the main thing!

Is this something you could look into and/or beat Microsoft with via a stick, as it appears to be reproducable? (The only other thing it could be is I really didn't have the 64-Bit version before, and in the last few days Apple has decided to switch to more bits, which I don't think is the case...)

Thank you, who ever you are I truly hope the forces of the universe have been blessing you heavily for your kindness and giving so many solution options. I had to do a complete system restore on my computer, and as a result had to re-download everything. I have spent 4 months unable to update my iPod's library and not being able to access my iTunes library on my computer because of that cursed error, and it has resulted in so many tears, wasted hours on the phone with everyone blaming everyone else and finally the decision I am going to have to replace my laptop. I was just now shopping for a new one online when I typed in (out of habit at this point) a search for this iTunes error. You just saved me over $1500 replacing my laptop, and who knows how many more hours I would have wasted trying to replace it. This fascinates me that I had to use the "older video cards" option, as I actually have a model installed that has only been out for maybe 6 months, but I could care less right now because I am updating my ipod again, and singing your praises for saving me enough dough I can send my mom on a cruise for Christmas this year. Again, thank you, you are a salvation to all of us.

Those links are somewhat outdated now. Up to date links should be found in the iTunes installers section of Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.

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The iTunes download pageshould show you the most recent version of iTunes (12.2.1) with the appropriate installer for your edition of Windows. If that page is showing an earlier version, try clearing your browser cache. Otherwise the direct links to the 12.2.1 installers are as follows:

• iTunes 12.2.1.16 for Windows 7 or later (32-bit): iTunesSetup.exe
• iTunes 12.2.1,16 for Windows 7 or later, 64-bit: iTunes6464Setup.exe
• iTunes 12.2.1.16 for Windows 7 or later (64-bit - for older video cards): itunes64setup.exe

The third of these - which is actually the 32-bit application with a 64-bit installer - should be used if you get a warning about video card incompatibility when you install the standard 64-bit version, but also may resolve issues with playback, QuickTime compatibility, and problems with some third-party applications (including Outlook).

Note that "moving all your music files" is, in most cases, a guaranteed way to disrupt iTunes operations. If you find that some or all of your iTunes library is missing after applying an upgrade, see turingtest2's user tip on Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash for steps that will allow you to restore it.

If installation issues persist, see Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.

"With the Windows 10 upgrade, all older files were placed in a different folder anyways"

Strange ... I've upgraded 3 systems to Win10 and haven't seen that happening anywhere - all changes were restricted to the Windows folders on the system drive, neither applications nor data were affected. Where did the upgrade move your media folders from and to?

The windows.old folder is used to store files that can be used to roll back from Windows 10 to the previously installed edition. This has nothing to do with iTunes. The location and content of your iTunes library will not have been affected by the upgrade - by default, this will be in C:\Users\username\Music\iTunes.

I suspect that you've experienced an issue reported by some other users, where your iTunes database has been affected by the Windows upgrade process. The previously referenced user tip on Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash should allow you to resolve this.

Yes, iTunes is very sensitive to any changes in media file locations and paths. In some cases, Windows may assign a different drive letter to an external HDD if connected to a different USB port and - unless you have your library in a portable / well-formed layout with the library database and associated files on the same drive as the media folders - iTunes will not be able locate content. In most cases you should aim to have your library - whether on your primary system drive or elsewhere - in this layout, looking like this:

See turingtest2's user tip on Make a split library portable for more information. Having your library in this layout makes it easier to move between drives, create and maintain a backup, and transfer to a new computer.

hhgttg27, I don't quite know what to say here except THANK YOU!!!!!

For 9 months I've been tearing my hair out with this, and tried every possible fix I could find. Even almost 3 hours on the phone with Apple support failed to fix it. Your third link did it. I cannot tell you how ridiculously delighted I am! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! 🙂

Thank you!

I was using the Itunes 6464 package and kept getting the Itunes installation error. I had done a reset of Windows 10 and was re-installing all the programs it had deleted. Then I came across another thread that pointed me to your solution and the third option worked perfectly. Now I am able to use iTunes again. Thanks for the great solution.

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Had the same problem after downloading Win 10 and had to run a system recovery.

Tried the third choice and it worked like a charm. Thank you!!!