First Generation IPad not syncing or able to add new content.

I have a first generation Ipad that is not detected when plugged into my Imac. I have tried to download movies and shows via wi-fi instead and it will not play them on the older Ipad because it says we don't have permission. Please help.

iTunes Store: Associating a device or computer to your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4627
iTunes Store: About authorization and deauthorization
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1420
iPad not appearing in iTunes
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/assistant/itunes/
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1591
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
iTunes for Windows: iTunes can’t contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1814
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4235
IOS: Syncing with iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1386
Apple - Support - iPad - Syncing
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/syncing/
iTunes 10.5 and later: Troubleshooting iTunes Wi-Fi Syncing
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4062
iOS: “Not enough free space” alert when trying to sync
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1503
You may need to delete iTunes on your computer and then reinstall.
How To Completely Uninstall and Remove All Traces of iTunes
http://zardozz.com/zz/2008/04/how-to-completely-uninstall-and-remove-all-traces- of-itunes.html/
Wi-Fi Sync Not Working? Here’s How to Fix it for All iOS Devices
http://osxdaily.com/2013/02/17/wi-fi-sync-not-working-fix-ios/
 Cheers, Tom

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We received our daughter's first generation iPad. Whenever I connect it to the new MacBook Air the iPad will keep beeping, and give a message that "this iPhone is not longer connected to itunes" The beeping continues.
It connects OK to my Macbook Pro, but I don't want to sync it with the MacBook Pro.
I re-installed iTunes on the MacBook Air and then plugged in the iPad and got the message that the USB port was being disconnected because there was too much power draw on that port. The only USB connection is the iPad.
Any ideas on what this could be? I'm using a newer cable, the iPad was 45% charged. Is there some limitation of the power draw on the MacBook Air? Is this older iPad drawing more power than the MacBook Air is capable of?

- Macbook Air is plugged into external power
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- Nothing changed, still get the USB power message and/or the message from iTunes that the device is no longer connected.

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I have a first generation ipad -- 2 weeks ago it stopped connecting to wifi -- I enter the wifi password and it says "Incorrect password" -- I am positive the password is correct. I have restarted, restarted the router, changed the router channel, called tech for my cable router, soft re-boot, hard re-boot, forget this network, reset network settings, and I just completed a complete wipe out of the ipad to start over... same problem, it says "Incorrect password" -- I am beyond frustrated at this point, can someone please offer some insight to this issue?! I have already gone through all the steps listed on previous posts, its like the wifi just stopped working. It will recognize my network but will not accept the password. all other devices in our home work with the same network and password.
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When you say 'open up' - do you mean unlock it so a password is not required?

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i have a first generation iPad and it keeps saying no update available. currently running 4.2. any suggestions on how to get to 5.0? I am udpating using my Mac, running iTunes 10.5.
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If 10.5 doesn't prompt you to download the update, and the Check For Updates button doesn't detect it, then you could try downloading the update outside of iTunes and then press and hold the command key on your Mac when clicking the Check For Updates button which should let you navigate to the downloaded file - this is the link for iOS 5.0.1 for the iPad 1

Why isn't the first generation iPad not supported by iOS 6?

I am totally confused. Why isn't the first iPad supported in iOS 6?
iPad 1: Apple A4 1GHz processor and 256 mb RAM
iPod Touch 3G: 800 MHz processor (same as iPhone 3GS) and 256 mb RAM
iPhone 3GS: 800 MHz processor (underclocked to 600 i believe)

3GS is still sold officially and new. iPad first generation isn't. Android is even worse about things like this.
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My Ipod nano 5 generation do not sync my movies. The new itunes was installed yesterday and the problem was not fixed. Can not sync my movies. I tunes can see all the movies. I need help. Thanks

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Home video not appearing in Videos/Movies after syncing with first generation iPad.

Why is my home video in Shared Libraries but not Movies after syncing with first generation iPad? It appears in Movies on iPad2 and iPad3. I've already changed Media Kind to "Movie." I didn't have this problem 1 month ago when syncing a new video. Is there a software update issue? iPad says software is up-to-date.

The video app has 4 tabs across the top. If they are not hiding in one of the tabs, i suspect they are missing the type identifier and the app doesnt know where to show them. Glas that at least you can find them.
Next time you sync, take a look in i tunes, and see if they are fully labeled there. I would not be surprised if one the i tunes fields is the key for the pad video app to know which tab to put the, under.

First Generation ipad stuck on ios 5.1.1. I am not able to update to a newer version because it believes the Ipad is at its most update version.

Hello all,
My mother in law has recently acquired a new ipad and has given me her first generation ipad. Very excited! I have run into an issue though... The ipad is unable to update to the newest version of ios and is stuck on ios 5.1.1. Whether I plug the ipad in or try to update via wifi, it prompts me that it is running on the most up to date version.
Has anyone seen this problem before? Can anyone help me fix the issue?
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Luke

If you need help finding iOS 5 compatible apps:
Finding iOS Apps Compatible with Older Devices
App Store: Downloading Older Versions of Apps
(Note that I am affiliated with this site, and some pages contain ads).

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I have a first generation iPad and the screen went completely green on me and locked up. I was able to unlock it, but now there's a green haze all over the screen. Anyone know what the issue could be and how I can get it fixed?

Try this - Reset the iPad by holding down on the Sleep and Home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple Logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. (This is equivalent to rebooting your computer.)
Out-of-Warranty Service
If you own an iPad that is ineligible for warranty service but is eligible for Out-of-Warranty (OOW) Service, Apple will replace (Apple doesn't repair) your iPad with an iPad that is new or equivalent to new in both performance and reliability for the Out-of-Warranty Service fee listed below. (The replacement will most likely be a refurbished iPad in a brown box, however, it has a new screen, back and battery.)
iPad model
Out-of-Warranty Service Fee
iPad mini
$219
iPad 3rd, 4th generation
$299
iPad 2, iPad
$249
A $6.95 shipping fee will be added if service is arranged through Apple and requires shipping. All fees are in US dollars and are subject to local tax.
Certain damage is ineligible for out-of-warranty service, including catastrophic damage, such as the device separating into multiple pieces, and inoperability caused by unauthorized modifications. However, an iPad that has failed due to contact with liquid may be eligible for out-of-warranty service. See http://support.apple.com/kb/index?page=servicefaq&geo=United_States&product=ipad
Make a Genius Bar Reservation
http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/
You may can get the iPad repaired at 3rd party repair sources for less $, however, any remaining Apple warranty will be voided.
iPad Repair & Screen Replacement Services
http://www.ifixyouri.com/16-ipad-repairs
RepairZoom iPad Repair
http://www.repairzoom.com/ipad-repair.html
Mission Repair
http://www.missionrepair.com/Apple_iPad_Repair_Services_s/431.htm
iGadgetResQ
http://www.igadgetresq.com/ipad-repair/
 Cheers, Tom

How do I download IOS5 onto a first generation ipad? Software Update does not appear under General in Settings on the 1st generation.

How do I download IOS5 onto a first generation ipad? Software Update does not appear under General in Settings on the first generation ipad.

The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 then you will need to do the update via your computer's iTunes.
Connect the iPad to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases. You may also want to copy photos and any important documents off the iPad as well e.g. via the file sharing section at the bottom of the device's apps tab when connected to iTunes, via wifi, email, dropbox etc - they should be included in the backup, but it's best to have a copy of them outside of the backup just in case. You can then force a backup of the iPad by right-clicking the iPad 'Device' on the left-hand side of iTunes and selecting 'Backup'.
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Hardware limitation.
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iPad 4: 1GB RAM
iPad Air: 1GB RAM

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I have a first generation ipad and find i cannot now run ibooks as i need an earlier version but cannot find any clickable tabs on the ibooks download page that i am directed to ?

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if you mean facebook in safari and not the facebook app
then the mobile facebook page have allways been odd and defect
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You don't say which store you are looking in but I found this in the US store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/magic-line/id410551094?mt=8

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iOS upadates are NOT in the App Store. Also, 1st gen iPads do not run iOS 6. 5.1.1 is the most recent version for that model.
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First Generation IPad not syncing or able to add new content.

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