HT1222 update ipod touch software on a different computer

My internet connection is slow. Can I upgrade my ipod touch on a different computer that I don't normally connect to?

Plug it in and sync it. it will erase the current content and replace with content of the new computer.
You need to copy everything from the old computer, or your backup copy of the old computer, to the new one.

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I was halfway thru updating ipod touch software, got error 1602

I was halfway thru updating ipod touch software, i walked away from computer and when i came back there was an error "1602" and a picture on my ipod (requesting to connect to itunes?) but WILL NOT WORK AT ALL!
What's going on? Seems like a lot of people are having similar problems all at the same time.

From the article cited at the end of my post:
Error 1602: Try the following steps to resolve this error:
Ensure proper USB isolation troubleshooting has been performed, and test with a known-good cable.
Follow the steps listed for Error 1604.
This error may be resolved by disabling, deactivating, or uninstalling third-party security, antivirus, and firewall software. See steps in this article for details on troubleshooting security software.
Error 1603: If you receive this error and the iOS device is not automatically placed into recovery mode, it may be necessary to do so manually. Refer to iPhone and iPod touch: Unable to restore for steps on placing iPhone into forced recovery mode. Also, remove the IPSW and attempt to restore again. If you do not want to remove the IPSW in the original user, try restoring in a new administrator user.
Error 1604: This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, uninstalling and reinstalling USB ports, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections, device not recognized properly, computer won't recognize a FireWire or USB device). If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the USB 30-pin dock-connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275

Updating iPod Touch Software Version and Apps saved game data

When I transfer my apps from iPod touch to iTunes will it also moved the saved game data like in Zombie Cafe, Amateur Surgeon 2 so on and so fort? Because I want to update my software version...

No. Transferring the app to the computer only transfers the app itself. not app data. App dat is stored in the iPod backup that iTunes makes as the first step of the a sync and of an update. Therefore, I would do one last sync of the iPod before restoring and ensure that the backup gets made. You can check by going to the Devices tab in iTunes' Preferences and looking at the date of the backup. Also, make sure your apps are in your iTunes library since the apps themselves are not in the backup but are synced to the iPod at the end of the update.

I updated my ipod touch 2G on a different computer, but now it won't work on my old computer. How do I fix it so I can get it to work on my old computer?

I updated my ipod touch 2G to 4.2.1 on a different computer, but now it won't work on my old computer. How do I fix it so I can get it to work on my old computer? Previously it was running on 4.1

To recognize your iPod touch on your Mac, AMDS has to be installed.
To reinstall follow this article:
iTunes: How to remove and reinstall the Apple Mobile Device Service on Mac OS X 10.6.8 or Earlier

Help with updating Ipod Touch software

So about a week or 2 ago I downloaded the newest version of iTunes because when I went to update the software on my Ipod Touch it said I needed the newest version of iTunes. So when I did that it said my software was up to date (even though it wasn't) and it said to check back for the next update on 10/31/10. So just a few minutes ago I opened up iTunes, plugged in my Ipod Touch, and again it said my software was up to date and now it says to check back on November 7th. Now my Ipod Touch is on 2.2.1 software and I want to get it to the newest software but Itunes won't let me do this. Does anybody possibly know why iTunes is doing this and how to fix it?

It says that it will automatically check for updates on those dates. You can check whenever you like.
Only 2nd gen and later can get the newest upgrade.
You can purchase 3.1 for the 1st gen ipod touch:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2052
What model is your ipod?

Tried to update ipod touch software now stuck in recovery loop any ideas?

tried to update software on brand new ipod touch but now stuck in recovery mode (displaying usb plug into itunes logo) any ideas?

Maybe:
Restore loop (being prompted to restore again after a restore successfully completes)
Troubleshoot your USB connection. If the issue persists, out-of-date or incorrectly configured third-party security software may be causing this issue. Please follow Troubleshooting security software issues. .
Next try placing in DFU mode and then restoring.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
Last, try restoring on another computer.

I cant update ipod touch software

every time i try to update my ipod touch my laptop downloads it completely and then when its processing the file it says there was a problem downloading the update and gives me an error number of -3259.

Fro the article listed at the bottom of my post:
Error 2000-2009: (2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2009, and so on) If you experience this issue on a Mac, disconnect third-party devices, hubs, spare cables, displays, reset the SMC, and then try to restore. Learn how to reset the SMC. If you are using a Windows computer, remove all USB devices and spare cables other than your keyboard, mouse, and the device, restart the computer, and try to restore. If that does not resolve, try the USB issue-resolution steps and articles listed for Error 1604 above. If the issue continues, it may be related toconflicting security software.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275

Itunes wont update ipod touch software 3.1.3

I have a 2nd generation iPod Touch running software version 2.1.2.
I want to buy the new 3.1.3 software via iTunes. When I connect the iPod Touch to my PC and click on the device name in iTunes, I'm given option of updating to version 3.1.3. But when I click "Update" I get an alert window repeating the fact that new software is available, and asking if I want more information from the iTunes Store. When I then click "Learn More" (which is the only option other than "Cancel"), iTunes simply reloads the same status screen.
I've also tried to buy the software update by accessing the iTunes Store via iTunes, but there is no apparent link to do so.
I've also found Apple's link on the web(http://www.apple.com/ipodtouch/softwareupdate.html) to buy version 3.0, but clicking the link simply switches me to my iTunes application, and i repeat the same loop from above.
Any help on this would be appreciated.

Well, if your iPod Touch is newer that a first generation device, they you can get iOS 4.2.1. If you have a first generation device, OS v3.1.3 is the newest you can get.
Also, as best as I can remember, iPod Touch os 3.2 was never released. the iPad shipped with OS v3.2 but the iPod Touch went from 3.1.3 to iOS 4.0 (or maybe it was 4.01)

Ipod touch 2nd gen. and different Computer.

Hello, I just found my old ipod touch 2nd generation, I plugged it on my mac (not the main pc of the ipod) and it says that there's a new update is availlable. If a accept to load the update, does my ipod will sync with my Iphone's library that's on my mac?? 'Cause there is some music I would like to keep and those songs aren't on my mac!
Don't know if you understood but thanks for helping me if you do!

Syncing to a new iTunes library or computer will erase your iPod. Only if you back up your iPod manually before syncing, you can restore your device from that backup again. A manual backup does not include the sync process.
Do this:
Disable autosync in iTunes, connect your iPod to your new computer and right click on it in the device list and choose backup. iTunes will backup your iPod without syncing.
Transfer your purchases the same way, choosing "transfer purchases" this time.
When you connect your phone for the first time, all media content will be erased. But you can restore your settings and app data from your manual backup afterwards.
Don't forget to set up at least one contact and event on your new computer to be able to merge calendars and contacts when you sync the iPod for the first time.
Music is one way only, from the computer to your device, unless you bought the songs in iTunes and transferred your purchases.
There is 3rd party software out there, but not supported by Apple, see this thread:http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2013615&tstart=0
About backups and what's saved:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
How to back up and restore:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
How to download apps for free again:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519
Saving other data is also described here. How to back up your data and set up as a new device

Do not update IPOD Touch Software!!!!!!!!

I have used the software updat and has mucked my IPOD up, the first time I did it, it failed saying 'The ipod "DavesIpod" could not be updated. An unknown error occurred (1602)
So I had to do a restore & update, this did not help
It fails everytime
I am running Vista Utimate and I have even tried to run both itunes helper and itunes as admin (Run as adminstrator)
The new error is The ipod "ipod" could not be restored. An unknown error occurred (6)
Please help
If I cant fix it I will take it back and want a exchange. Which I would want a 38 week and 16GB instead of 8GB

Just finished a 40 minute restore to my touch after installing the update. Is this what we can expect from now on each time Apple tries to stay ahead of the application hackers?
For crying out loud, they put OS X on here, so is it too much to ask for them to provide apps to use with it? If individual developers can create programs for the touch/iphone so fast, is it unreasonable to ask apple to do the same so we don't have to go around them?
heck charge me for apps, I will pay for them. Would rather spend my money on small apps rather than spend my time restoring!

Updated iPod Touch Software And Its Crazy!

Hi guys,
just purchased the latest software update for my 1G Touch. Now my perfectt player is kinda ruined. Firstly I can't play most of my video clips as I get an "cannot play video file" error. Another bug is my playlists. For some strange reasons my playlists like "Recently Added" doesnt show up in the player even when it pop ups when I connect to iTunes. What do I do?

Try:
- 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.
- Reset all settings
Go to Settings > General > Reset and tap Reset All Settings.
All your preferences and settings are reset. Information (such as contacts and calendars) and media (such as songs and videos) aren’t affected.
- Restore from backup
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.

Why is update iPod Touch software is taking hours

The download took over an hour, but that could easily be a slow connection. Once it got to the update, iTunes displayed a progress bar which stopped at about 50% and the iPod displayed a progress bar which stopped at about 20%. It has been this way for a couple of hours. Why? What can I do to correct this?

You shouldn't have any major problems after an upgrade. 3.x firmware introduced some new features so some things you were used to will operate differently. WiFi may act differently but any problems you see are pretty easy to fix (usually caused by dated router firmware).
The worst that can go wrong is a unresponsive iPod. So don't do anything to interrupt the process once it starts. Shut down unneeded apps so you have lots of ram and let the upgrade do it's thing.
The reason you need to shut down your anti-virus is that it could interfere with the download of the firmware image. The reason you need to shut down your firewall is that the firmware update needs to contact the Apple servers during the upgrade.

Update ipod touch software

I have tried to update my ipod to the newer softwere counless times and it wont work.

Please verify your model number on the back. If it is A1288, it is a 2nd gen unit and can not be upgraded beyond 4.2.1

Updating my ipod software on a different computer

My ipod touch is synced tyo my itunes on my laptop... my laptop no longer works.. i need to update my software on a different computer....how do i go about this without losing any music?

A manual backup will help in your situation.
Make sure your new computer is authorized in iTunes. Disable autosync in iTunes, connect your iPod, right click on it in the device list and choose backup.
This will save data, pictures and settings to itunes. See what's included in this backup here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4946
Transfer your purchases the same way to copy all apps and bought media from the Store to your computer.
Set up at least one contact and event on your computer to be able the merge your calendars and contacts after your iPod got wiped during the first sync.
The rest of the data can be restored from the backup you made.
Restoring: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
Music is one way only, from the computer to your device, unless you bought the songs in iTunes and transferred your purchases.
There is 3rd party software out there, but not supported by Apple, see this thread: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2013615&tstart=0
Apps can be downloaded again for free, in some countries music as well: Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

HT1923 i updated my ipod touch software and it made my ipod touch be restored. now my itunes does not sync my stuff and everything is backed up.

i updated my ipod touch software and it made my ipod touch be restored

Restore loop (being prompted to restore again after a restore successfully completes): This issue is typically caused by out-of-date or incorrectly configured third-party security software. Please followTroubleshooting security software issues if USB troubleshooting does not resolve this issue.
Error 13 and 14: 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 USB 30-pin dock-connector 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. Your default packet size being set incorrectly can cause this error. Contact the manufacturer of the software that installed the packet-size modification for assistance. Or, follow this article by Microsoft: How to reset Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) to reset the packet size back to the default for Windows.
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.
Error 50: This error (and error -50) are timeout errors. Follow the steps for errors 13 or 14 above.
Above from:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694

HT1222 update ipod touch software on a different computer

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