Error updating itunes

[TheGambler]

Hey guys this is my first post, not sure if this is the right sub-forum or not, but here's my issue:

I am running 10.5.8 and am trying to update itunes from 9.2 to the newest current version and keep getting this message:

The update “iTunes” can’t be installed.

The Installer could not install some files in “/”. Contact the software manufacturer for assistance.

I have done my own research and have come up empty so I hope someone here can help.

Thanks in advance.

 

[GGJstudios]

Try repairing permissions. Also, is the account you're logged into an administrator account?

 

[TheGambler]

GGJ- I am the administrator on my machine and it said "The volume Macintosh HD appears to be OK." when I ran the disk repair.

Any other ideas LOL? This is driving me nuts...

 

[wrldwzrd89]

GGJ- I am the administrator on my machine and it said "The volume Macintosh HD appears to be OK." when I ran the disk repair.

Any other ideas LOL? This is driving me nuts...

Repairing permissions is NOT the same as repairing the disk.

 

[TheGambler]

Thanks wizard i think you may be on to something. This is what I got:

First Aid failed

Disk Utility stopped repairing permissions on “Macintosh HD” because the following error was encountered:

The underlying task reported failure on exit.



Any remedies for this? Sorry for all the questions, Im rather inexperienced with this...

 

[GGJstudios]

Thanks wizard i think you may be on to something. This is what I got:
The underlying task reported failure on exit..

A little troubleshooting tip: Whenever you get an error message of any kind, try a Google search for the exact text of the error message. Many times, it will lead you directly to the answer you seek:

Disk Utility reports "Underlying task reported failure" when repairing a volume