MSFN Forums > [Discontinued] iTunes without QuickTime

Tasslehoff

Jun 30 2007, 01:05 AM

Hi Shark this is a great pack but do you have any advice as to how to change the install location. Have you tried this in the past or does it require a complete rewrite of the msi? I've been fiddling around with your msi in orca and temporarily removed the gear stuff so I don't have to keep restarting the comp on uninstalling and I've tried for a couple of hours changing all the install folder options under the directory row and custom action but I'm totally flabbergasted at this point as it continually installs to program files. I've been reading through a couple of other older threads but no go. I've got all my unattended winamp/MPC/quicktime/real/powerdvd7.2 stuff going to programfiles\multimedia but this msi stuff is a bit new to me.

Shark007

Jun 30 2007, 03:56 AM

QUOTE (Tasslehoff @ Jun 30 2007, 03:05 AM)

Hi Shark this is a great pack but do you have any advice as to how to change the install location. Have you tried this in the past or does it require a complete rewrite of the msi? I've been fiddling around with your msi in orca and temporarily removed the gear stuff so I don't have to keep restarting the comp on uninstalling and I've tried for a couple of hours changing all the install folder options under the directory row and custom action but I'm totally flabbergasted at this point as it continually installs to program files. I've been reading through a couple of other older threads but no go. I've got all my unattended winamp/MPC/quicktime/real/powerdvd7.2 stuff going to programfiles\multimedia but this msi stuff is a bit new to me.

TO ALL: I am currently using dialup internet access and downloading almost 50mb for iTunes (a program i dont even use) is out of the question. I will update this distribution a.s.a.p. If someone wants to make this happen quicker you can download the new installer, extract iTunes.msi from it, 7zip it and place it on rapidshare with a URL here and MAYBE i can download that and use it to provide the update.

@'Tasslehoff', sorry but I dont have any easy answers for you.

EDIT: BigRandalo has kindly provided the needed MSI on a resumable server. just wht i needed, thank you

shark

Shark007

Jul 1 2007, 01:56 AM

7.3 is aailable from the Main repository only.

shark

bucketbuster

Jul 1 2007, 08:09 AM

Thank you very much for this update, Shark007

As always, your work is very much appreciated.

rivak

Jul 1 2007, 09:29 AM

thanks

BigRandalo

Jul 1 2007, 10:13 AM

that was fast!
thank you too =)

sp00f

Jul 1 2007, 08:09 PM

thx again

elajua

Jul 1 2007, 11:10 PM

thanks shark. i will update some computer with the latest release.

guus2

Jul 3 2007, 04:46 AM

QUOTE (Shark007 @ Jul 1 2007, 01:56 AM)

7.3 is aailable from the Main repository only.

shark

Hi there! First poster by the way. Just found out about this forum and I'm already excited about the changes you guys make to common used software packages. I just tried to download the itunes 7.3 no quicktime but the link is down. Of course im not sure whether i am doing something wrong. So either the link is down or im doing something wrong.

the link: on this page: URL removed

The Main rep. URL removed has to link at all.

Shark007

Jul 3 2007, 10:35 AM

QUOTE (guus2 @ Jul 3 2007, 06:46 AM)

QUOTE (Shark007 @ Jul 1 2007, 01:56 AM)

7.3 is aailable from the Main repository only.

shark

Hi there! First poster by the way. Just found out about this forum and I'm already excited about the changes you guys make to common used software packages. I just tried to download the itunes 7.3 no quicktime but the link is down. Of course im not sure whether i am doing something wrong. So either the link is down or im doing something wrong.

the link: on this page: URL removed

The Main rep. URL removed has to link at all.

sorry about that. The main repository now has proper links to the files.

I removed the URL's from your post so that casual MSFN browsers arent picking up the links.
I prefer to share my files with dedicated MSFN users
who at a minimum need to have an account here to see the links in my signature.

shark

Shark007

Jul 12 2007, 01:37 PM

New updates uploaded today.

File version for iTunes is now 7.313

There is also a BETA of the Vista Codec Package available which contains QuickTime 7.2

shark

Inferi0r

Jul 12 2007, 02:05 PM

Thanx man.

Is it hard to make an installer in you own language, using your multilanguage version and your english version?
Have i then only delete the right files and registry rows with orca?

Shark007

Jul 12 2007, 04:43 PM

QUOTE (Malarky @ Jul 12 2007, 04:05 PM)

Is it hard to make an installer in you own language, using your multilanguage version and your english version? Have i then only delete the right files and registry rows with orca?

If this could be easily accomplished using orca I would have posted a tutorial explaining what needs to be done long ago as I have for Live Messenger. BUT, this isnt the case with iTunes. I used professional editting tools to create these installers. I will investigate the feasibility of using orca, but my initial thought is that this would be to difficult.

shark

ikecomp

Jul 12 2007, 06:45 PM

has anyone else tried to activate their iphone with this itunes only software package? whenever I attempt to activate mine it says that the required software is not installed and to reinstall itunes.

elajua

Jul 12 2007, 07:28 PM

thanks for the update shark.

sp00f

Aug 2 2007, 05:23 PM

iTunes 7.3.2.6

Shark007

Aug 3 2007, 06:37 AM

QUOTE (sp00f @ Aug 2 2007, 07:23 PM)

iTunes 7.3.2.6

The English version is available on the main repository.

Uploding the MultiLanguage from dialup will take a little longer.
It should be available within 24hrs

shark

sp00f

Aug 3 2007, 07:37 PM

QUOTE (Shark007 @ Aug 3 2007, 02:37 PM)

QUOTE (sp00f @ Aug 2 2007, 07:23 PM)

iTunes 7.3.2.6

The English version is available on the main repository.

Uploding the MultiLanguage from dialup will take a little longer.
It should be available within 24hrs

shark

THX alot Shark

Shark007

Sep 6 2007, 11:01 AM

Since I only have dialup access, I'd appreciate if someone could download the latest iTunes (near 50MB) , extract the files from the installer, and make the iTunes.msi available for me to download so that I may update the distributed files.

Thanks.

shark

Vexii

Sep 6 2007, 11:22 AM

QUOTE (Shark007 @ Sep 6 2007, 05:01 PM)

Since I only have dialup access, I'd appreciate if someone could download the latest iTunes (near 50MB) , extract the files from the installer, and make the iTunes.msi available for me to download so that I may update the distributed files.

Thanks.

shark

Here you go Shark.

http://rapidshare.com/files/53837675/iTunes.msi.html

Shark007

Sep 7 2007, 06:26 AM

iTunes 7.4 English Only installer is available from the Main Repository.

The MultiLanguage installer will be available within 24hrs.

shark

Annita

Sep 7 2007, 08:59 AM

No multilang 7.4 version by the moment...

BigRandalo

Sep 7 2007, 11:37 AM

omg people
dont just post! first read plz (you know the thing you do with books too)!

QUOTE (Shark007 @ Sep 7 2007, 02:26 PM)

iTunes 7.4 English Only installer is available from the Main Repository.

The MultiLanguage installer will be available within 24hrs.

shark

so shark posted 2:26PM today
you asked @ 4:59PM
thats: 2hours and 33minutes after hist post
24h-2,33h=21,27h to go...

edit: sry @ shark for spaming this

tDJ

Sep 7 2007, 11:25 PM

iTunes v7.4.1.2 (with QuickTime v7.2.0.240)
08-09-2007

Changelog

QUOTE

- With iTunes 7.4, sync your favorite music and more with the new iPod nano (third generation), iPod classic, and iPod touch, plus create custom ringtones exclusively for iPhone with many of your favorite songs purchased from the iTunes Store.
- You can now also play purchased videos with closed captioning (when available), easily rate your favorite albums from one to five stars, and watch videos at a larger size inside the iTunes window.

CODE

http://content.info.apple.com/iTunes7/Win/061-3885-20070907.sk2j7/iTunesSetup.exe

@shark
I extracted the iTunes.msi and upped it here:

CODE

http://www.divshare.com/download/1889945-e65

Shark007

Sep 8 2007, 04:30 AM

7.4 (no quicktime) Multilanguage ... Posted on the main repository.

shark

sp00f

Sep 8 2007, 11:25 AM

Is this iTunes 7.4.1.2 ?

ironside

Sep 8 2007, 04:53 PM

Looks like apple has updated again already to version 7.41

Shark007

Sep 8 2007, 06:22 PM

~~The version I have posted is 7.4.0.28~~

I'll be updating (again) soon.

EDIT - 7.412 is posted.

shark

anonymous_user

Sep 9 2007, 12:33 PM

Thanks very much Shark.

Inferi0r

Sep 9 2007, 03:42 PM

Thanks Shark for the fast update.

no1spirite

Sep 14 2007, 05:21 AM

I think I love you sharky.

Cheers me ode

rivak

Sep 17 2007, 06:10 PM

7.4.2 is out

anonymous_user

Sep 17 2007, 10:14 PM

Shark if you just need iTunes.msi, Ive uploaded it here:

http://www.divshare.com/download/2012114-9a0

Shark007

Sep 18 2007, 07:27 AM

To all saying 'thanks'

you're welcome.

updated on the main repository.

shark

sp00f

Sep 19 2007, 12:54 AM

thx

Arie

Sep 19 2007, 02:56 AM

On the main repository it reads that you will need to have the QuickTime components installed for iTunes to work. Will installing QTLite 1.1.1 have the same effect?

Shark007

Sep 19 2007, 05:51 AM

QUOTE (Arie @ Sep 19 2007, 04:56 AM)

On the main repository it reads that you will need to have the QuickTime components installed for iTunes to work. Will installing QTLite 1.1.1 have the same effect?

Although I havent tested it with QTLite I assume it will work.

A better suggestion for a source of the Quicktime components is to use the Vista Codec Package which is developed by me right here on MSFN (sticky at the top of this subforum) and extensively tested to function with all your video's. VCP is XP compatible also.

shark

Arie

Sep 19 2007, 07:02 AM

Thank you for your reply. I already use the K-Lite Mega Codec Pack and I don't want or see the need to add another codec package. I'll give it a try with QTLite 1.1.1 and I'll let you know the outcome.

anonymous_user

Sep 27 2007, 05:13 PM

iTunes 7.43 released. Ive uploaded teh msi file here.

Shark007

Sep 28 2007, 06:52 PM

I appreciate you trying to help. Uploading the MSI to public servers doesnt help much though.
With dialup I need it hosted on a resumable server which BigRandalo has been taking care of
since I 1st asked for some help acquiring this MSI

Thanks again BigRandalo - its appreciated. Updated files are available on the repositories.

shark

spoirier

Oct 29 2007, 10:13 AM

What switches do I need to use to do a silent uninstall? I tried the following command but it prompted me for remove or repair:

MsiExec.exe /I{B045B608-4A47-4C77-9EAD-06C394503306} /qb-

Shark007

Oct 29 2007, 10:26 AM

QUOTE (spoirier @ Oct 29 2007, 12:13 PM)

What switches do I need to use to do a silent uninstall? I tried the following command but it prompted me for remove or repair:

MsiExec.exe /I{B045B608-4A47-4C77-9EAD-06C394503306} /qb-

The distributed EXE accepts MSI switches. (most of my exe's accept MSI switches)

example:
iTunesEN7431.exe /qn

ooppss, just re-read your request, silent uninstall... ummmm, I dunno at the moment.
I'm usually trying to figure out how to get things installed... silent uninstall isnt a much used feature.

shark

spoirier

Oct 30 2007, 11:21 AM

I found this vb script that will silently remove iTunes and I expanded it to remove all of the other things installed by standard Apple installer. Just the first For/Next loop is need to remove your version.

CODE

On Error Resume Next
Const HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE = &H80000002
strComputer = "."
Set WshShell = CreateObject("wscript.Shell")
Set oReg=GetObject("winmgmts:{impersonationLevel=impersonate}!\\" &_
strComputer & "\root\default:StdRegProv")
strKeyPath = "SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall"
oReg.EnumKey HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, strKeyPath, arrSubKeys

For Each subkey In arrSubKeys
  strDisplayName = WshShell.RegRead ("HKLM\" & strKeyPath & "\" & subkey & "\DisplayName")
  If  strDisplayName = "iTunes" Then
   WshShell.Run "msiexec.exe /norestart /x " & SubKey & " /qn", 7, True
  End If
Next

For Each subkey In arrSubKeys
  strDisplayName = WshShell.RegRead ("HKLM\" & strKeyPath & "\" & subkey & "\DisplayName")
  If  strDisplayName = "QuickTime" Then
   WshShell.Run "msiexec.exe /norestart /x " & SubKey & " /qn", 7, True
  End If
Next

For Each subkey In arrSubKeys
  strDisplayName = WshShell.RegRead ("HKLM\" & strKeyPath & "\" & subkey & "\DisplayName")
  If  strDisplayName = "Apple Mobile Device Support" Then
   WshShell.Run "msiexec.exe /norestart /x " & SubKey & " /qn", 7, True
  End If
Next

For Each subkey In arrSubKeys
  strDisplayName = WshShell.RegRead ("HKLM\" & strKeyPath & "\" & subkey & "\DisplayName")
  If  strDisplayName = "Apple Software Update" Then
   WshShell.Run "msiexec.exe /norestart /x " & SubKey & " /qn", 7, True
  End If
Next

rivak

Nov 6 2007, 01:11 AM

7.5

http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

Shark007

Nov 7 2007, 08:04 PM

QUOTE (rivak @ Nov 6 2007, 02:11 AM)

7.5

posted on my repository(s)

shark

rivak

Nov 8 2007, 04:37 PM

Thanks a lot

Arie

Nov 9 2007, 02:47 AM

Nice, cheers

Jondar

Nov 15 2007, 07:29 AM

@Shark007

First of all: thanks for your iTunes "lite" installer. I've been using it without problem for quite a while now.

I'm currently using your Vista Codec Package 4.5.1 with your last iTunes 7.4 installer, and things are OK. I've noticed that both the iTunes and VCP have new versions out, and I'm downloading them now. I've also noticed that you're removing the Quicktime components from VCP from 4.5.3...

My question is: Am I going to have to install your new QuickTime Lite for VCP in order to get your iTunes without Quicktime to work? i.e. VCP 4.5.3 + QTLite for VCP + iTunes 7.5 = everything working OK for XP?

Thanks in advance,

-- Jondar

Shark007

Nov 15 2007, 08:15 AM

QUOTE (Jondar @ Nov 15 2007, 08:29 AM)

Am I going to have to install your new QuickTime Lite for VCP in order to get your iTunes without Quicktime to work? i.e. VCP 4.5.3 + QTLite for VCP + iTunes 7.5 = everything working OK for XP?

QuickTime Lite for VCP is not compatible with iTunes.

shark

-Sy-

Nov 26 2007, 12:41 PM

Just wanted to say a big thank you for all the work you have done.

THANKS SHARK