I can't update my ipod 4th generation to iOS 6.1.6

Hey guys,
I have an iPod 4G that currently has an iOS of 5.1.1
I tried a few times to update it to iOS 6.1.6 but whenever I do I get the error message:
"Software Update Failed; An error occured downloading iOS 6.1.6."
When i try on iTunes, I get to about a quarter of the way howver an error message pops up saying:
"There was a problem downloading the software for the iPod the network connections timed out."
Does anyone know why the update is not working?

Check for hardware issues
Try to restore your iOS device two more times while connected with a cable, computer, and network you know are good. Also, confirm your security software and settings are allowing communication between your device and update servers. If you still see the alert when you update or restore, contact Apple support.
Common errors: 1, 10-47, 1002, 1011, 1012, 1014, 1000-1020.
Configure your security software
Check your security software and settings, which can block ports and prevent connection to Apple servers during update and restore.
Common errors: 2, 4, 6, 9, 1000, 1611, 9006, 9807, 9844. Sometimes as a result of this issue, a device might stop responding during the restore process.
Try on another computer.
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