4s stuck in recovery mode with error 29

The problems started when I changed the battery, now phone is stuck in recovery mode with an error code 29. Ive turned the firewall off and anti virus on my norton security, switched the computer on and off and tried to restore the phone about 6 times now. Has anyone any other ideas please?

That's a hardware problem, most likely cause when you broke something in the process of changing the battery.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3694#10
Find a competent 3rd party repair shop or buy a new phone. Apple won't touch that one now that you've opened it.

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HT4623 my iphone 5 is stuck in recovery mode with error 14 unknown error coming up each time i try to restore.

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Any suggestions?

Hi ShinefromOKC,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots.
iTunes: Specific update-and-restore error messages and advanced troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3694
Error 13, 14, 35 and 50 (or -50)
These errors are typically resolved by performing one or more of the steps listed below:
Perform USB isolation troubleshooting, including trying a different USB port directly on the computer. See the advanced steps below for USB troubleshooting.
Put a USB 2.0 hub between the device and the computer.
Try a different Dock Connector or Lightning Connector to USB cable.
Eliminate third-party security software conflicts.
There may be third-party software installed that modifies your default packet size in Windows by inserting one or more TcpWindowSize entries into your registry. An incorrectly set default packet size can cause this error. Contact the software manufacturer that installed the packet-size modification for assistance. Or, follow this article by Microsoft to reset the packet size back to the default for Windows:How to reset Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Connect your computer directly to your Internet source, bypassing any routers, hubs, or switches. You may need to restart your computer and modem to get online.
Try to restore from another known-good computer and network.
I hope this information helps ....
Happy Holidays!
- Judy

First gen ipad stuck in recovery mode with error 28

I have a first generation ipad that is stuck in recovery mode (just shows the itunes logo all the time). I have tried putting it in dfu mode and restoring it from itunes. It gets to the point where the computer reboots the ipad and says that it is beginning the restore, but the progress bar never fills up on the ipad and I get an error 28. It charges and docks fine. The battery holds a charge for a long time. The water indicator is still white. I don't see any visible damage anywhere on the ipad.
I have checked the firewalls on my computer and tested the cable. Both are fine. I have also tried using another computer, but I get the same results.
Could it be a bad dock connector even though it charges and is recognized successfully by itunes? One of the support forums said that error 28 was a hardware issue, but is there any way to tell what is bad without having to take it in to Apple? It would cost too much to have it serviced, with it being a first generation, so I was hoping that someone out there had some ideas that could help me save it and not have to sell it for parts.

A simple search of the forum for "error 28" yields may results, one being...
Error 20, 21, 23, 26, 28, 29, 34, 37
These errors typically occur when security software interferes with the restore and update process. FollowTroubleshooting security software issues to resolve this issue. In rare cases, these errors may be a hardware issue. If the errors persist on another computer, the device may need service.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error28

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Brand new ipad just out of box starting setting up and now its stuck in recovery mode and keeps giving error 21 - tried turning off firewalls as suggested and another PC... nothing working... is it a complete turkey or is it me?

Sorry I can't help with your issue. Just wanted to point out that it's not a good idea creating multiple posts on the same topic as it only serves to cause confusion, duplicate answers and divides responses between threads.
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2572252&tstart=0

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My phone just keeps going around in circles stuck in recovery mode and can't get it to work.

have you seen this ?
http://thehowto.wikidot.com/ipad-stuck-recovery-mode

Iphone 3g stuck in recovery mode with error code 1002

have tried all recovery modes ie holding home button sleep button , different cable different pc the lot .Searched the internet stuck now cant give my daughter the phone like this :-((

Just to double check you tried everything error 1002 http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error1002
Could be a hardware issue, may need to get a new phone for your daughter sorry.

Iphone stuck in Recovery Mode with error 9

I tried to update my 3G to IOS 4 and I got error 9 when I try to restore it in DFU mode, since that when I try Recboot, I get out of the Recovery Mode but I see the apple, then white flash, and apple again..over and over..
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I encountered the same "Unknown" error during my update to 1.1.3.
The iPhone does not have enough free space to perform the update.
For those encountering this error during a sync that is not related to an update, you'll have to check and see if your issue is related to free space.
For me, the solution was:
1) Choose to NOT sync content on the Music, Photos, Podcasts, and Video tabs. Click Apply.
2) The iPhone should sync to a mostly empty state
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4) At the conclusion of the update, re-select content on the Music, Photos, Podcasts, and Video tabs. Click Sync.
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My Ipod is stuck in recovery mode with the plug in to itunes thing on the screen I tryed to restore it but I keep getting a error 28 and I tryed to do the reset thing but it did not work what do I do?

My Ipod is stuck in recovery mode with the plug in to itunes thing on the screen I tryed to restore it but I keep getting a error 28 and I tryed to do the reset thing but it did not work what do I do?

Hi,
You could see if this helps...
DFU Mode / Unable to Update or Restore
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
DFU Mode
Open iTunes and Connect the iPod to your Mac
Press and Hold the Sleep/Wake Button and the Home Button at the Same Time
After 10 Seconds release the Sleep/Wake Button until iTunes tells you it has Detected an iPod in Recovery Mode...
The Phone Screen will remain Black... Now Restore.
Backing up, Updating and Restoring
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414

IPad1 stuck in recovery mode with and ITunes cannot restore with an error code of 11?

I tried to update to IOS 4.3.4 today but now my iPad1 stuck in recovery mode with and ITunes cannot restore with an error code of 11?
(With the old discussion groups it was easy to see where other people had similar problems, these new groups seems clunky in comparison)

OK, fixed it by using SHIFT+RESTORE to load the iPad1,1_4.3.4_8K2_Restore.ipsw file in directly from the
C:\Documents and Settings\<user name>\Application Data\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPad Software Updates
folder.
No idea why the upgrade to 4.3.3 failed in the first place and no idea why iTunes was not clever enough to just do it by itself when it detected that there was a problem in the first place.

My iPod is stuck in recovery mode with a error code 1

my ipod is stuck in recovery mode with a error code 1

ERROR (1)
- Place the iPod in DFU mode and then restore
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- Try on another computer
- Try another cable
- Also, confirm your security software and settings are allowing communication between your device and update servers.
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
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My iPod touch 4th gen is stuck in recovery mode with a broken 'lock' button.

My iPod touch 4th generation is stuck in recovery mode with a black screen and I can't get it out. It has a broken lock button and I have tried everything to get it out of recovery mode. Every time I plug it into iTunes, it recognises my iPod and says 'iTunes has detected an iPod in recovery mode. You must restore this iPod before it can be used in iTunes, so I have restored it several times and every time, it says there is an unknown error. Please Help!! (my iPod is IOS 6.0.1)

What is the complete wording of the error message that says unknown error? Usually more information like a error number is also given.

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Hi D’pak,
Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities. I understand that you are receiving error 21 when attempting to restore your device in recovery mode. The following resource provides troubleshooting information for this error message:
Get help with iOS update and restore errors - Apple Support
http://support.apple.com/en-us/TS3694#hardware
Check for hardware issues
Related errors: 1, 3, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 1002, 1004, 1011, 1012, 1014, 1667, or 1669.
These errors mean that your device or computer might have a hardware issue that stops the update or restore from completing.
Check that your security software and settings aren't blocking your device from communicating with the Apple update server.
Then try to restore your iOS device two more times while connected with a cable, computer, and network you know are good.
Make sure that your security software and settings are allowing communication between your device and update servers.
If you still see the error message when you update or restore, contact Apple support.
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Ipod touch is stuck in recovery mode with a error code 9

my ipod touch is stuck in recovery mode and when i try to restore it getting an error code 9

Error 9: This error occurs when the device unexpectedly drops off the USB bus and communication stops. This can occur if the device is manually disconnected during the restore process. This issue can be resolved by performing USB isolation troubleshooting, using a different USB dock-connector cable, trying another USB port, restoring on another computer, or by eliminating conflicts from third-party security software.
From:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694

IPhone 4s stuck in recovery mode. Error code (-1).

I recently bought my iPhone 4s from a guy (who bought it from someone else). He sold it to me pretty cheap because when he bought it, one of his friends tried to restore it for him and it got stuck in recovery mode. I have no idea if the phone has ever been "tampered with" or not. He didn't seem to know much about it (said it was his first smartphone) and I thought I might have a chance of fixing it. I'm starting to lose faith in that...I've tried almost everything I can find. I know there are tricks for this all over the internet and I've tried almost all of them. TinyUmbrella does nothing, Redsn0w won't even install on my computer (frustrating!). Trying to restore from iTunes is useless. It gets to about 90% then comes up with error code (-1) and gives up. I've tried that route probably 20 times with no change. I know I could take it into Apple and they could look at it, but I have no information on the phone itself. I cannot get the serial number. Does anyone have any suggestions at all? I'll try anything that doesn't require me taking it to Apple and getting charged more than I paid for the phone to fix it....I run Windows 7.
Thanks so much!

Hi there...
Actually I was stuck with this situation yesterday. Here is what I did to overcome this issue: I hope it helps.
To start with, here are few things to you should make sure of:
1- You have the latest version of iTunes. You may try to uninstall and reinstall iTunes.
2-Restart your Windows.
If still no luck, try editing the Hosts file, here is how;
1- click on RUN then copy and paste the following:
notepad c:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\hosts
2- look for gs.apple.com
3- if there are numbers infront of it just delete them or just type # before the numbers.
4- Save the file and try restoring again.
Note: you should have administror access to edit the Hostes file.
put your iphone in DFU mode before restoring.
I hope this helps. It did for me

IPhone 5c is stuck in recovery mode! (error code-4005)

I recently had my phone fixed for water damage and a broken screen (not by Apple) and i got a new battery for it on ebay (brand new) i fitted it this morning and i couldnt get signal although my actual phone was working, all it kept saying was (searching...). i rang my carrier and they tried to send me a message but nothing came through. my carrier put me through to apple and they told me to back my phone up and that is when things started getting bad. now my phone is stuck on recovery mode, i have tried to restore it 7 times and it says "itunes cannot restore and update (iphone) with an error code (4005)

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