So, I downloaded and installed the Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable 32-bit version: There are later packages out there, such as 2015 don't be confused. Here's what I learned that you need to know: Search the page for "" and you'll see a helpful paragraph about fixing it. Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates (My desktop uses 12.6 and therefore is not readable by the older version of iTunes.)Īfter extensive research online, I found a clue on this page: Yes, I could have installed the older 12.5.x "for older video cards" package, which DID install fine-but this was not an option for me because I needed the latest version to be compatible with my iTunes library, which I sync to my desktop.
Please refer to Help and Support for more information. I got the following error every time:Īn error occurred during the installation of assembly '="win32",version="7.6195".publicKeyToken="1fc8b 3b9a1e18e3b".processorArchitecture="amd64". The normal 64-bit iTunes (version 12.6) would not install.So, due to the naming of the "for older video cards" file, I assumed it was a video card problem. I have an old laptop, with an intel i5 450M processor and the first-generation Intel HD graphics.The short version is you need to install the Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable and then update it with a security update. I had the same problem, but was able after TWO DAYS of trying to finally get the newest iTunes installed on my system.