IPod stuck in recovery mode.

So this is really perculiar and I remember it happening to my own iPod and it was fixed pretty quickly.
Me and my Mum share an iPod touch and when she first bought it, she had to send it in for repair because it was stuck on the "recovery mode" screen. She got it back and I don't think it's really done anything.
Last night I was using it to listen to music when suddenly this loud screaching noise came through my earphones. The screen also went white and the iPod was hot. I switched it off and left it for the night thinking it was just a little glitch and will be okay when I switch it back on in the morning. I was wrong. The iPod was stuck on the apple sign for about 15 minutes, so I pressed the home button and the power button together and it still wouldn't budge. I plugged the iPod into the laptop and put it into recovery mode. At one point the screen went blue. I decided to restore it because it was really getting on my nerves. Once it restored iTunes came up with a notice telling me to leave the iPod connected and that it would restart. It didn't. I waited for about 20 minutes and it's stuck on the "recovery mode" screen and iTunes is telling me to restore it and has done about 5 times.
I didn't do anything to cause this problem, it happened after 5 minutes of using the iPod.
I literally don't know what to do and I'm in that mood to throw it against a wall, but I know it won't solve anything.
I will be grateful for all answers...thanks!

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order. Because of the honess I suspect a hardware problem
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar       

Similar Messages

  • Ipod stuck in recovery mode and wont restore

    ipod stuck in recovery mode and wont restore.Also not reconized in itunes anylonger.When I check my usb in device manager says in recovery mode!
    Using PC with windows 7 64bit! Tried DFU mode but it boots back showing a usb,plus an itunes icon on the screen!

    - Reboot the computer
    - Try another USB port and cable
    - Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
    Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
    least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
    - Try DFU mode and then restore
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings

  • TS1363 4th gen IPOD stuck in recovery mode?

    4th Gen IPod stuck in recovery mode, how do I reset or restore?

    Connect it to iTunes.  If iTunes doesn't see the iPod, try manually connecting the device to iTunes in recovery mode using the instructions in this Apple support document.
    iOS: Unable to update or restore
    B-rock

  • Ipod stuck in recovery mode and won't restore. says it can't connect to the network.

    My son tried to jailbreak his ipod touch like an idiot and of course it did not work. Now his ipod is stuck in recovery mode and I can't get it to restore. I get a message that says:the ipod software update server could not be contacted. Make sure your network settings are correct and your network connection is active, or try again later. I have internet access and everything is working but itunes can't connect to it. Why? I have been having issues with itunes for a couple weeks now. I can't connect to the store and redeem itunes cards either.

    Make sure the setting for your security software allow iTunes to contact Apple servers:
    iTunes for Windows: Troubleshooting security software issues
    As for the iPod, since he tried to modify the software, the only thing that could help would be DFU mode , we can't help much more, problems with jailbroken devices can't be discussed in theses forums, due to the Terms of Use.
    Your son has to ask those people for help, which encouraged him to jailbreak his device.

  • Mac formatted ipod stuck in recovery mode when rescuing tunes onto a PC

    Hi
    I have an ipod Nano (6gb) that is Mac formatted. I tried to recover the tunes from it to a PC desktop with Xplay. It started ok and then the ipod entered into recovery mode so it could be reformatted for Windows (I think itunes started doing it).
    At that moment I couldn’t recover my tunes. Now whenever I use Xplay again it says "not accessible. The disk structure is corrupted and unreadable.” So it’s stuck in recovery mode.
    I know the tunes are still on the ipod because the amount of disk space taken up hasn’t changed, despite the ipod not actually showing the songs on the UI.
    How can I fix this so I can grab all the tunes off the ipod before I restore the ipod in itunes and thus effectively formatting it?
    Cheers,
    L

    Try changing the ipod's drive letter per these directions:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1493

  • Help, My ipod stuck in recovery mode after update!

    HI
    Updated mt ipod touch to 4.0, evrything was goimg well then a got message to install device driver, windows cant find driver and my ipod is stuck in recovery mode! itunes doesnt detect it either (reinstalled itunes and upto date)
    Help im stuck!!!
    posted a screen shot to so you can see what messages im getting.
    http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i72/DeniseAngel27/sims/ipod.jpg

    Hi
    the first link did the trick. itunes now recognises my ipod but as it is restoring i get a error that says "ipod could not be restored. An unknown error occurred (21)"
    so it wont restore now! I copyed the error report, here's what it says.
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.485 [4120:810]: restore library built Jun 8 2010 at 18:17:31
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.486 [4120:810]: iTunes: iTunes 9.2.0.61
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.486 [4120:810]: iTunes: Software payload version: 8A293
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.564 [4120:1314]: iTunes: Specifying UOI boot image
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.565 [4120:1314]: requested restore behavior: Erase
    2010-06-29 22:44:33.579 [4120:1314]: amai: AMAuthInstallPlatformCreateDataFromFileURL: can't resolve file
    2010-06-29 22:44:35.369 [4120:1314]: amai: AMAuthInstallRequestSendSync: received tss response (server version: 0.6.31-b2)
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.025 [4120:1254]: iBoot build-version = iBoot-889.24
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.026 [4120:1254]: iBoot build-style = RELEASE
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.027 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: GetOverlappedResult failed
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.027 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: pipe stall
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.027 [4120:1254]: USBControlTransfer: error 31, usbd status c0000004
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.027 [4120:1254]: command device request for 'getenv radio-error' failed: 2008
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.027 [4120:1254]: radio-error not set
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.029 [4120:1254]: unable to open device_map.txt: No such file or directory
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.030 [4120:1254]: <Recovery Mode Device 07B08260>: production fused device
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.031 [4120:1254]: interface has 1 endpoints, file pipe = 1
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.031 [4120:1254]: <Recovery Mode Device 07B08260>: operation 4 progress -1
    2010-06-29 22:44:36.111 [4120:1254]: <Recovery Mode Device 07B08260>: operation 42 progress -1
    2010-06-29 22:44:37.150 [4120:1254]: <Recovery Mode Device 07B08260>: operation 5 progress -1
    2010-06-29 22:44:37.836 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: GetOverlappedResult failed
    2010-06-29 22:44:37.836 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: pipe stall
    2010-06-29 22:44:37.836 [4120:1254]: USBControlTransfer: error 31, usbd status c0000004
    2010-06-29 22:44:37.836 [4120:1254]: command device request for 'getenv ramdisk-delay' failed: 2008
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.434 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: GetOverlappedResult failed
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.434 [4120:1254]: AMDeviceIoControl: pipe stall
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.435 [4120:1254]: USBControlTransfer: error 31, usbd status c0000004
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.435 [4120:1254]: command device request for 'ramdisk' failed: 2008
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.435 [4120:1254]: AMRAuthInstallDeletePersonalizedBundle
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.506 [4120:1254]: removed personalized bundle
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.506 [4120:1254]: <Recovery Mode Device 07B08260>: Recovery mode failed (result = 21)
    2010-06-29 22:44:38.546 [4120:810]: iTunes: Restore error 21
    Message was edited by: deniseangel27
    Message was edited by: deniseangel27

  • Ipod Stuck in Recovery mode help!!!

    my ipod was fine, working brilliantly, tll a few days ago, it had a white screen, that said "connect to computer and restore in itunes" in many different languages. so i did, but itunes didn't pick up my ipod. so forced it into disk mode, and itunes recgognised it, and the message "Itunes as detected an ipod in recovery mode, you must restore this Ipod before it can be used with itunes" came up. so having restored it, i reconnected it, and the whole thing repeated itself, now my ipod maybe stuck in recovery mode, as every time i restore and connect, the same message comes up... HELP!!!
    thanks
    muddy
    24" Imac   Mac OS X (10.4.9)   Finalcut studio 2 editing suite

    Sorry, must pay more attention to the profiles:>) Unfortunately that link is the only one I know of that refers to the recovery mode problem. I'll have another dig around and if I find anything else I'll let you know. The only other thing I can think of is to run Disk Utility repair on your iPod and see if that helps. It's a shot in the dark I'm afraid.
    Set up iTunes "not" to open when you connect the iPod.
    Enable Disk Use on the iPod
    Eject the iPod and shut down iTunes
    Reconnect the iPod and open Disk Utility
    Click on your iPod in the Utility pane and choose Repair Disk.
    Close Disk Utility and open iTunes.

  • HT201413 Ipod stuck on Recovery Mode

    My ipod is stuck on recovery mode, whenever I go on itunes to restore it, my ipod's screen goes blank and is unable to restore it. A message also pops up on itunes stating that itunes is unable to restore the ipod error (40). I have tried the application Reboot yet it is still stuck on recovery mode.
    Please tell me what should I do.

    Hi there Sammy1009,
    You may find the troubleshooting steps in the article below helpful.
    Resolve specific iTunes update and restore errors
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3694
    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.
    -Griff W. 

  • IPod stuck in recovery mode with home button not working

    Hi, I was restoring my iPod and everything went fine until it was restarting with the apple logo and loading symbol. My iPod's home button hasn't been working in a while so I use assistive touch. Now the iPod is stuck in recovery mode and I can't press the home button, I don't know what to do. Pls help!

    Try:                                               
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on           
    Whenit says place the iPod in recoivery mode:
    Place the iPod in recovery mode using one of these programs:
    For PC
    RecBoot: Easy Way to Put iPhone into Recovery Mode
    or
    http://joshuabailey1997.wordpress.com/2010/09/02/recboot-v1-3/
    If necessary:
    Download QTMLClient.dll & iTunesMobileDevice.dll for RecBoot
    and                                           
    RecBoot tip
    RecBoot may have problems on 64X windows, then try:       
    Tenorshare ReiBoot – Enter & Exit iPhone, iPad, iPod Recovery Mode with a Single Click
    For MAC or PC       
    The Firmware Umbrella - TinyUmbrella
    Installs blootware on PC too
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
    - Try another cable       
    - Try on another computer                                                       
    - If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                                     

  • IPod stuck on recovery mode cannot restore error 3004

    Hello,
    My iPod Touch 5th gen is stuck on recovery mode for two days now. I have lost all of my important files, but I am hoping to make it work again.
    I was updating to ios 8 the other day and suddenly my iPod turned off and was stuck on recovery mode. No big deal, but then, as I was to restore it, iTunes only says that "The iPod 'iPod' could not be restored. An unknown error occurred (3004)."
    I'm here now because I have tried all of the fixes. I have tried to put it on DFU mode (didn't work), changed my DNS settings, updated my iTunes, uninstalling, reinstalling it, turned my PC on and off, used another PC, but nothing has worked. I used some external programs that can get my iDevice to get in and out of DFU mode, but it has not worked.
    I am on PC, Windows 8.
    Hope anyone can help.

    DId you try:
    Try to restore or update on another computer with a different Internet connection.

  • Help!!! Ipod stuck in recovery mode!!

    My IPod touch (4th generation 8G) is stuck in recovery mode. When I try to restore it ITunes says that an error (1604) has occurred. I have tried switching USB ports and using different cables but nothing works!! And sometimes ITunes doesn't even recognise that my IPod is plugged in, I know it is because my computer makes the noise that means something is plugged in!! Please help!!!

    Error 1604
    This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, using a different dock connector to USB cable, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections. If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the white Apple USB dock connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
    If the issue is not resolved by USB isolation troubleshooting, and another computer is not available, try these steps to resolve the issue:
    Connect the device to iTunes, confirm that the device is in Recovery Mode. If it's not in Recovery Mode,put it into Recovery Mode.
    Restore and wait for the error.
    When prompted, click OK.
    Close and reopen iTunes while the device remains connected.
    The device should now be recognized in Recovery Mode again.
    Try to restore again.
    If the steps above do not resolve the issue, try restoring using a known-good USB cable, computer, and network connection.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error1604

  • IPod stuck in recovery mode, and doesn't even appear in iTunes, so I can't restore, HELP!

    So my iPod appears to be stuck in recovery mode, which shouldn't be a problem, but for some reason is isn't showing up on my computer. I'm not getting the "is not recognizable error" It just literally doesn't even exist to my computer, My iPod doesn't even show up in the devises on my computer, BUT WHEN I PLUG IT IN, IT CHARGES? so I'm just really confused, any input would be great. Thanks!

    Try:                                               
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on           
    - Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
    - Try another cable                                                       
    - Try on another computer                                                       
    - If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                                     

  • Ipod stuck in recovery mode and isn't recognize by computer...Help!

    After the latest update my daughters ipod went into recovery mode...was getting ready to do the full factory reset and had an error....found that I needed to update itunes..did that and now my computer won't recognize her ipod at all! Her ipod is currently stuck in recovery mode and she is in tears. Someone please help.

    DFU mode: http://osxdaily.com/2010/12/04/ipad-dfu-mode/
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode - http://geekindisguise.wordpress.com/2009/07/16/how-to-put-ipod-touch-iphone-into -dfu-mode/

  • Ipod stuck in recovery mode after

    My iPod touch (4th gen) is stuck in recovery mode after trying to update it to iOS5. I was able to download it, but when it would try to instal it would fail and get a system error. So now it is stuck in recovery mode and  when I try to restore it, I get the error 1611. How can I fix it to get it working again? Im on windows 7, and have the newest version of itunes. Please help, thanks!

    Error 1611: This error may indicate a hardware issue with your device. Follow the steps in this article. Alsoattempt to restore while connected with a known-good 30-pin Dock Connector cable, computer, and network to isolate this issue to the device. The MAC address being missing or the IMEI being the default value (00 499901 064000 0) can also confirm a hardware issue. Out-of-date or incorrectly configured proxy or security software, such as FoxyProxy, can cause error 1611. To troubleshoot third-party security software, follow these steps.
    Above from:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694

  • A1288 iPod stuck in recovery mode; all troubleshooters fail

    I have an A1288 iPod touch (2nd generation, largely unused I am told) stuck in recovery mode. It spontaneously entered recovery mode while I was attempting to remove all songs from it. To my knowledge (it is a borrowed device -- this is why recovery is of paramount importance), it has not been modified from factory settings.
    Windows 7 Home/Premium does not acknowledge the device's existence; there is not even a message that the device cannot be recognised. The computer does produce a sound to acknowledge that something has been connected/disconnected to a USB port; however, the device does not become visible anywhere.
    Other devices, including other iPods (without iOS), are recognisable. The problem persists regardless of the Windows 7 computer to which the device is connected. iTunes and Windows 7 are fully updated. The Apple Mobile Device driver is completely up to date.
    I have completed the troubleshooters for failure to recognise ( http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538 ) and for iOS restoration ( http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808 ; I do not receive the recovery mode alert from iTunes) multiple times. (I have deactivated AVG and Firewall.)

    Try DFU mode and then connect to computer and restore
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try restoring again
    - Try on another computer          
    - If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar       

  • Jailbroken iPod stuck in recovery mode iTunes and PC won't recognize

    Hello,
    First of all, I bought my iPod Touch 8GB 2G (modelnumber is A1288,so according to Apple it's 2G) second hand. Second, I'm really a noob! I don't know anything bout iPods, so please explain everything extensively. I bought the iPod for my little brother, and he decided to jailbreak it. Unfortunately, I didn't know that, so when I tried to erase all data from the iPod at once, it got stuck in recovery mode (with the usb cable and itunes logo). iTunes doesn't recognize the iPod, the PC (win7, 64-bit) doesn't recognize the iPod either (it reports: 'Windows doesn't recognize the USB device'). DFU mode doesn't do anything. The device is called 'Unknown Device' in Device Manager. I tried to manually update the driver of the iPod with C:\Program Files\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\Driver but it failed (Code 10. Device doesn't start). De failed attempt only resulted in the change of the name from 'Unknow Device' (with a yellow exclamenation mark) into 'Apple Mobile Device USB Driver'. But when I connect the iPod to another computer it's back to 'Unknown Device' again and gets Code 43 in Device Manager. What can I do?
    With kind regards,
    Rosa (from the Netherlands)
    Problems:
    Jailbreak (don't want it)
    Stuck in recovery mode (usb cable and iTunes logo)
    iTunes doesn't recognize the iPod
    Windows doesn't recognize the device
    Unknown Device' at Device Manager
    Can't update the driver via Device Manager (Code 10. Device doesn't start. And on another laptop Code 43)

    Sometimes jailbreaking bricks the device.

Maybe you are looking for