Had iTunes Error 54? Here's The Quick Fix!

Part 1: Reasons for iTunes error 54

To begin with, let us first understand, why does iTunes error 54 occur? Like explained above, there could be many reasons behind iTunes error 54 preventing you from syncing your iPhone smoothly. Some of them are listed here:

1. iTunes on your computer is outdated.
2. Lack of space on your iPhone can also raise iTunes error 54
3. You updated iTunes recently and the update is not installed properly.
4. Third-party security software on your PC might prevent iTunes from performing its task.

Once you have identified the respective problem for this iTunes error 54, let us move on to its corresponding remedies.

Part 2: How to fix iTunes error 54 without data loss?

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• Step 1. Install and launch the Dr.Fone toolkit on your computer. The main interface of the software will open where you need to select “System Repair” to fix iTunes error 54.

• Step 2. Now connect your iPhone and let the toolkit detect your iDevice. Hit “Standard Mode” on the software’s interface and move on.

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Part 3: Other tips to fix iTunes error 54

There are few other tips which you can try to combat iTunes error 54. Curious about they are? Read on to know more about 6 easy solutions to fix iPhone error 54:

1. Update iTunes

Make sure to keep the iTunes software on your Windows/Mac PC up to date for it to function better. Once you do this, try to sync your iDevice with the updated iTunes again.

On a Windows PC, launch iTunes > Click on Help> Hit Check for updates. Then follow the instructions to download and install the available update to avoid encountering iTunes error 54.

On Mac, launch iTunes > click on iTunes > click on “Check for updates” > download the update (if prompted to do so).

2. Update your iDevice

Updating your iPhone is an important step to prevent errors like the iTunes error 54 from occurring and also keep your device up-to-date.

For Software update on your iPhone, Visit Settings > hit General > Click on “Software Update” > tap on “Download and install”.

3. Authorize your PC

Authorizing your computer to let iTunes perform its functions smoothly, also helps in eradicating the error 54 on iTunes.

To Authorize your PC, Open the iTunes software on your computer >Click on “Store” > hit “Authorize this Computer” as shown below.

4. Use iTunes as Administrator

You can also use iTunes as an admin. This will allow users to use all its features without any glitches making the sync process to go through in a hassle free manner.

On your Windows PC, right-click/double finger tap on iTunes to run as admin to get rid of iPhone error 54.

You can also scroll down on the list that opens up and select “Properties”. Then, hit Compatibility >tick on “Run as Administrator”.

5. Install Computer OS updates carefully

When you install an update on your Windows PC, make sure to download it completely along with all its service packs. Also, do not install updates from unknown/corrupt sources if you do not wish to face iTunes error 54. If your PC runs a software which is not installed properly, it will not let other software, like iTunes, function normally as well.

6. Sync files smartly

Avoid syncing PDF files and the heavy items via iTunes to avoid iPhone error 54. Also, do not sync all data at once. Sync files in smaller proportions and packets. This will make the job simpler and also help you identify the troublesome files and content causing the iPhone error 54 on your iTunes.

Conclusion

We, like all iOS users, have faced iTunes error 54 at some time or the other while syncing our iPad, iPhone or iPod touch via iTunes to transfer data to our device. Since this error message only gives you one option to choose from, namely, “OK”, there is not much you can do when it pops up. If you click on “OK” there are chances that the sync process will continue, but if it doesn’t, the tips and tricks listed and explained in this article will come in handy.

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