How do I upgrade ios 4.2.1 to 5 or later for ipod touch
I'm trying to upgrade my ipod touch from ios 4.2 to 5 or later in the itune. It says ios software upgrade server could not be contacted. I'm certain the internet connection was good. Perhaps ios 4.2 is too old. Any other ways to upgrade it? Thanks.
You have to update via iTunes
Try:
- Powering off and then back on your router.
- iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
- Change the DNS to either Google's or Open DNS servers
Public DNS — Google Developers
OpenDNS IP Addresses
- Try on another computer/network
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Therewas a problem downloading iOS 3.1.1 software update for ipod touch. an unknownerror occurred (8288). Please check that the connection to the network is active and tryagain.
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