How can I upload new OS for iphone 3 without syncing?

I'm trying to download the software, but it's taking forever to sync.  Is there a way I can download without syncing?

To reply to the original question: go to iTunes Preferences, then Devices and check the 'prevent iPods, iPhones and iPads from syncing automatically' option. You can then connect your device and choose to download updates only. You will need to hit the 'sync' button when you want to do this from now on though, unless you deselect the prevent automatic syncing option in preferences again. Hope this helps

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