HT201210 what does this iphone could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build mean.  And what should I do about it.

I tried to restore my iphone 4S and I got a message that said, "this iphone could not be restored.  This device isn't eligilbe for the requested build."  What should I do?

See this discussion...
https://discussions.apple.com/message/18801075#18801075
From  More Like This  section on the right.

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    I just recently replaced my iPhone 3GS with a new iPhone 3GS after I had the first one stolen. But I haven't been able to update the software, and I have had it for about two months now. Whenever I try I get the following error "This device isn't eligible for the requested build". So I contacted my carrier thinking something was wrong with the phone they sent me, and was told to uninstall and then reinstall my iTunes, and that might work. So I tried. No success, since I have a MacBook (from 2010) it comes with iTunes which can't just be uninstalled. I did however update my OS to Lion, and have also udated iTunes to the newest version available. I don't see there is much else I can do, but I still get the same error message whenever I try to update my iPhone. I should also say that everytime I plug in my phone to sync with iTunes, the new update available window pops up, so there should be an update available for my iPhone.
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    http://ipadhelp.com/ipad-help/ipad-iphone-isnt-eligible-for-the-requested-build/

  • HT201210 cannot restore my device isn't eligible for the requested build?

    Im trying to downgrade from 6.1.3 to 6.1.2 on iPhone 3GS because I have a restore loop error.
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    There is no supported way to down level iOS , cannot be done
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  • HT201442 why my iphone could not be restored ? and what is the meaning "this device isn't eligible for the requested build"

    why my iphone could not be restored ? and what is the meaning "this device isn't eligible for the requested build"

    Covered in this support article:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4451
    Which, you used to get here. You need to read the article & go through the troubleshooting steps.

  • HT1414 I can't restore my iPhone 4S the iPhone "  " could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build. What I have to do?

    I can't restore my iPhone 4S the iPhone "  " could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build. What I have to do?

    You can also take a look at this information from this support document: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694
    This device is not eligible for the requested build (Also sometimes displayed as an "error 3194")
    Update to the latest version of iTunes.
    Third-party security software or router security settings can also cause this issue. To resolve this, follow Troubleshooting security software issues.
    Downgrading to a previous version of iOS is not supported. If you have installed software to perform unauthorized modifications to your iOS device, that software may have redirected connections to the update server (gs.apple.com) within the Hosts file. Uninstall the unauthorized modification software from the computer.
    Edit out the "gs.apple.com" redirect from your hosts file, and then restart the computer for the host file changes to take affect. For steps to edit the Hosts file and allow iTunes to communicate with the update server, see iTunes: Troubleshooting iTunes Store on your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod—follow steps under the heading Blocked by configuration (Mac OS X / Windows) > Rebuild network information > The hosts file may also be blocking the iTunes Store. If you do not uninstall the unauthorized modification software prior to editing the hosts file, that software may automatically modify the hosts file again on restart.
    Avoid using an older or modified .ipsw file. Try moving the current .ipsw file (see Advanced Steps > Rename, move, or delete the iOS software file (.ipsw) below for file locations), or try restoring in a new user to ensure that iTunes downloads a new .ipsw.

  • I'm trying to update to 4.3.4 but its giving me "iphone could not be updated this device isn't eligible for the requested build" . . . i dont know what going on . . anyone ?

    i'm trying to update to 4.3.4 but its giving me "iphone could not be updated this device isn't eligible for the requested build" . . . i dont know what going on . . anyone ?

    SOLUTION FOR ALL.
    This works. Thanks. The best way to do this is through the terminal. Just do the following commands in terminal:
    Type sudo su
    Press enter
    Then enter your password and hit enter
    Type vi /etc/hosts
    Move your cursor with the down arrow to the line that has gs.apple.com without a # at the beginning of the line.
    Move cursor to the beginning of that line.
    Type i# then press the esc key.
    Type :wq
    Press enter
    Type exit
    Press enter
    Now you can quit out of the terminal application. This likely is a problem caused by Tiny Umbrella denying itunes communicating with the apple servers.

  • HT201210 the ipod could not be updated. this device isn't eligible for the requested build. what is this? what to do to update my iPod

    the ipod could not be updated. this device isn't eligible for the requested build. what is this? what to do to update my iPod ?

    This device is not eligible for the requested build (Also sometimes displayed as an "error 3194")
    Update to the latest version of iTunes. Mac OS X 10.5.8 (Leopard) users may need to download iTunes 10.6.3.
    Third-party security software or router security settings can also cause this issue. To resolve this, followTroubleshooting security software issues.
    Downgrading to a previous version of iOS is not supported. If you have installed software to performunauthorized modifications to your iOS device, that software may have redirected connections to the update server (gs.apple.com) within the Hosts file. Uninstall the unauthorized modification software from the computer.
    Edit out the "gs.apple.com" redirect from your hosts file, and then restart the computer for the host file changes to take affect. For steps to edit the Hosts file and allow iTunes to communicate with the update server, see iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting—follow steps under the heading Blocked by configuration (Mac OS X / Windows) > Rebuild network information > Mac OS X > The hosts file may also be blocking the iTunes Store. If you do not uninstall the unauthorized modification software prior to editing the hosts file, that software may automatically modify the hosts file again on restart.
    Avoid using an older or modified .ipsw file. Try moving the current .ipsw file (see Advanced Steps > Rename, move, or delete the iOS software file (.ipsw) below for file locations), or try restoring in a new user to ensure that iTunes downloads a new .ipsw.

  • HT201210 The iphone could not be restored.This device isn't eligible for the requested build

    Can anyone help me in restoring my iPhone .
    1) I updated my iPhone to iOS6 wirelessly and for some reason it stucked in Recovery Mode loop.
    2) I tried everything to came out of Recovery Mode loop but nothing worked.
    3) I don't have any backup so now im just trying to Restore/Update(i know i'll loose all my data ) As i just want my phone to work.
    4) The latest iOS6 image is downloaded with iTunes version is 10.7.
    5) But every time i try to restore it just stucks with the message."The iphone could not be restored.This device isn't eligible for the requested build."
    Any solution ?

    were you running a beta version of the software before updating?

  • Error Message when i try to restore my iPhone: The iPhone "iPhone" could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build

    Error Message when i try to restore my iPhone: The iPhone "iPhone" could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build. HELP PLEASE!!!!

    My Ipad and Iphone 3gs is both have issues too! I'm ready to give up! lol HELP ANYONE......

  • I try to restore my iphone 4 and this message pops up and sais the iphone could not be restored. The device isn't eligible for the requested build

    i try to restore my iphone 4 and this message pops up and sais the iphone could not be restored. The device isn't eligible for the requested build... can anybody help me ?

    sounds like your phone was jailbroken.  If this is the case, you're hosed.

  • HT201263 my iphone is unable to restore or update, it says the iphone could not be restored. this device isn't eligible for the requested build.

    my iphone is unable to restore or update, it says the iphone could not be restored. this device isn't eligible for the requested build.

    sounds like your phone was jailbroken.  If this is the case, you're hosed.

  • HT201210 The iPad "My iPad" could not be updated. This device isn't eligible for the requested build.

    It says, 'The iPad "My iPad" could not be updated. This device isn't eligible for the requested build." I don't get an error number. It's an iPad 2.

    Have you tried following the troubleshooting for that error message on this page : http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694 ?

  • 'This device isn't eligible for the requested build'/phone does not work

    On Mon 9/23:
    I selected "update to ios7" on my iphone 4s.
    After about 10 minutes it went to a black screen with a cord, arrow and iTunes logo.
    I plugged it into my computer and attempted to restore via iTunes.
    I received the error message 'This device isn't eligible for the requested build'
    ​After much researching​ on the internet for help, following suggested fixes, multiple restarts and attempts at restoring, I continue to receive the error message. 
    I decided to see if I could get another device to be recognized. 
    I plugged in my old iPhone 3G and it worked just fine.
    I do not know what to do.  Please help!

    Try this discussion...
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/21923053#21923053
    From the More Like This  section on the right

  • When degrading to iOS5 EROR - The iPad "iPad" could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build"

    When degrading to iOS5 to older it shows the following error "The iPad "iPad" could not be restored. This device isn't eligible for the requested build",i have tried with red snow after that it was the same.Can any one help me in this.

    Downgrading the iOS is not supported. Also if you have iOS 5 beta then I assume that you are a registered developer, in which case you should be posting in the confidential developer forums : https://devforums.apple.com/index.jspa

  • HT201210 This device isn't eligible for the requested build it say for iphone 5 when i try to update to 6.1.4

    I tried to update my Iphone 5 to 6.1.4 and i got massage the device isn't eligible for the requested why and how to update?

    Hello gyawalip,
    Thanks for the question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
    The following article outlines the 3194 error and steps that may lead to a potential resolution:
    iOS: Restore error 3194 or 'This device isn't eligible for the requested build'
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4451
    Thanks,
    Matt M.

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