HT4623 I go to Settings but there is no Software Update option.What should I do?I really need to download Ios6

I am trying to download ios6 for my Ipad2.I was told to go to Settings and then software update.my problem is that there is no software update option ...what can I do now?

If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1.3. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5 or Later
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
How to install iOS 6
http://www.macworld.com/article/2010061/hands-on-with-ios-6-installation.html
iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
If you are currently running an iOS lower than 5.0, connect the iPad to the computer, open iTunes. Then select the iPad under the Devices heading on the left, click on the Summary tab and then click on Check for Update.
Tip - If connected to your computer, you may need to disable your firewall and anitvirus software temporarily.  Then download and install the iOS update. Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update. After you update an iPad (except iPad 1) to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
 Cheers, Tom

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  • HT4623 When I look settings, general there is no software update option on my ipad or iphone

    I am trying to update niphone and ipad to iOS 5 as some apps say is required.  Get to settings, general and there is no option for softeware update on either device.

    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'.
    Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    With iOS 6 you will lose the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change.

  • HT4623 I have an iPod but in general there is no software update section what should I do now

    I have an iPod but in general there is no software update section what should I do now

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 as your tagline suggests then can only update via your computer's iTunes, as described half-way down the page that you posted from.
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    If it's a second gen iPod Touch then it only supports up to iOS 4.2.1, third gen supports up to iOS 5.1.1, 4th gen iOS 6.1.5, and the 5th gen iOS 7.0.4
    (For info you've posted in the Using iPad forum.)

  • HT4623 I have an Ipad 1 and when I go to Settings General , there is no Software Update option.

    How can i update my Ipad 1 my OIS to 5 or greater as I can't run certain app's that require OIS 5 or better ?

    If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.0.1. For the iPad Mini the iOS is 6.0.2. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
    iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5 or Later
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    How to install iOS 6
    http://www.macworld.com/article/2010061/hands-on-with-ios-6-installation.html
    iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
    If you are currently running an iOS lower than 5.0, connect the iPad to the computer, open iTunes. Then select the iPad under the Devices heading on the left, click on the Summary tab and then click on Check for Update.
    Tip - If connected to your computer, you may need to disable your firewall and anitvirus software temporarily.  Then download and install the iOS update. Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update. After you update an iPad (except iPad 1) to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4623 When I click on settings,general there is no software update option. Am unable to update or buy books from bookstore..appreciate help. Using iPad

    Using iPad. Having trouble with settings and trying to update. When I click settings, then general, I do not get the option to update software.  Need to update iOS from 4.1 to 6. Also unable to purchase iBooks. Thanks much

    Settings>General>Software Update is only available in IOS 5 and above.
    If you are using IOS 4, you need to connect to iTune (computer) to update software.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 My iPhone 4 has never been able to have a software update, in my settings general, there is NO 'software update' option to tap.

    My iPhone 4 does not have an update option in settings... I have never been able to category an update at all to my iPhone.
    Please advise
    Thanks

    You need to connect it to a computer to update it as described in that article.
    (70075)

  • I have an old 1 phone 3 gs and need to update to ios software but when enter settings , general on phone there is no " software Update " option - how can i update to later version of ios ?

    I have an 1 phoe 3gs and need to download newer version of IOS but when n settings , general - there is no Software Update option - how can i update to a leter version of IOS ?
    THANKS

    Update it from iTunes on a computer as described at the bottom of this article; devices running an iOS version prior to 5.0 can't be updated straight from the device. It will be updated to the newest iOS release supported by the device’s hardware.
    The maximum iOS version for the fourth generation iPod touch and iPhone 3GS is 6.1.3.
    (92514)

  • HT4623 I am trying to update my iPad 4 to iOS 5.1 but there is no software update button under General. What should I do?

    I am trying to update my iPad 4 to iOS 5.1 but there is no software update button under General. What should I do?

    Follow the instructions under 'Update your device using iTunes' in that article.
    (69067)

  • HT4623 I want to update my itune but there is no 'software update' step in my iphone. please advice what should i do next

    I want to upgrade software in itunes but there is no 'SOFTWARE UPDATE' step in my iphone. please advise what should i do next?

    sureshkc67 wrote:
    I want to upgrade software in itunes but there is no 'SOFTWARE UPDATE' step in my iphone. please advise what should i do next?
    Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and “ Check for Updates “...
    If an Update Appears Install it... if not... you are up to date for your particular Device...
    See the Using iTunes Section Here...
    How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
    Make sure you have the Latest Version of iTunes (v11) Installed on your computer
    iTunes free download from www.itunes.com/download

  • HT4623 What if there is no software update option in the settings of my iPhone 3s?

    What do I do if there is no software update option in the settings of my iphone 3GS?

    In order to update over the air you will need to be on IOS 5.0 or higher.
    For you to update your 3GS you will need to plug it to your computer and open itunes.  itunes should detect that your phone needs an upgrade, suggest doing a backup before updating.
    NOte if you hava an iphone 3G the highest IOS is 4.2.1

  • HT4623 How can I update the IOS on my first generation IPAD? There is no software update option in my settings

    How can I update the IOS on my first generation IPAD? There is no software update option in my settings

    See the chart below to determine whether you can upgrade your device and what you can upgrade to. If you do not have a Software Update option present on your iDevice, then you are trying to upgrade to iOS 5 or higher. You will have to connect your device to your computer and open iTunes in order to upgrade.
    IPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad iOS Compatibility Chart
         Device                                       iOS Verson
    iPhone 1                                      iOS 3.1.3
    iPhone 3G                                   iOS 4.2.1
    iPhone 3GS                                 iOS 6.1.x
    iPhone 4                                      iOS 6.1.x
    iPhone 4S                                    iOS 6.1.x
    iPhone 5                                      iOS 6.1.x
    iPod Touch 1                               iOS 3.1.3
    iPod Touch 2                               iOS 4.2.1
    iPod Touch 3                               iOS 5.1.1
    iPod Touch 4                               iOS 6.1.x
    iPod Touch 5                               iOS 6.1.x
    iPad 1                                          iOS 5.1.1
    iPad 2                                          iOS 6.1.x
    iPad 3                                          iOS 6.1.x
    iPad 4                                          iOS 6.1.x
    iPad Mini                                     iOS 6.1.x
    =====================================
    Select the method most appropriate for your situation.
    Upgrading iOS
       1. How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
       2. iPhone Support
       3. iPod Touch Support
       4. iPad Support
         a. Updating Your iOS to Version 6.0.x from iOS 5
              Tap Settings > General > Software Update
         If an update is available there will be an active Update button. If you are current,
         then you will see a gray screen with a message saying your are up to date.
         b. If you are still using iOS 4 — Updating your device to iOS 5 or later.
         c. Resolving update problems
            1. iOS - Unable to update or restore
            2. iOS- Resolving update and restore alert messages

  • HT4623 How do I update my iPhone 4? There is no "software update' option in my settings.

    How do I update my iphone 4? There is no 'software update' option in my settings.

    Connect to itunes and click updtae in the center.

  • HT4623 There is no "Software Update" option under my General settings - how am I supposed to update my phone?

    There is no "Software Update" option under my General settings - how am I supposed to update my phone?

    By ignoring the instructions on updating it wirelessly, scrolling down, and following those for doing it from iTunes on a computer.
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  • HT4623 There is no "software update" option in my iPad settings So how can I update to IOS 5.1.1?

    There is no "software update" option in my iPad settings So how can I update to IOS 5.1.1?

    You only get the Settings > General > Software Update when you have iOS 5+ installed on the iPad - if you are on iOS 4 then you will need to do the next udpate via your computer's iTunes.
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 I'm trying to upgrade an ipad and in the system under general there is no software update.  What do I do?

    I'm trying to upgrade an ipad and in the system under general there is no software update.  What do I do?

    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'.
    Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    With iOS 6 you will lose the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change

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