HT4623 I go to settings, general but no software update? Where is it?

How do I upgrade iOS 4.2 on my iPad.?

If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.0.1. 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 to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
 Cheers, Tom

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  • HT4623 I go to settings general to do software update and that isn't an option

    I'm trying to update the operating system on my iPad.  I looked on apple.com and it says to go to settings. General. Update software. I do not have an updater software option. Now what do I do?

    You probably don't have the option to update your device directly from the iPad (Settings>General>Software Update) because your iOS version is likely below iOS 5.x. The option to do OTA (over-the-air) updates was added beginning with iOS 5.x Check your current iOS version:Settings>General>About and look under "Version". I'll bet it's probably below 5.x.
    In this case, connect your iPad to your syncing PC and do the update through iTunes.

  • HT4972 I have an IPAD 2 ios verison 4.3.3.  I am trying to update my ios to current version.  I dont get the option from Settings General for a software update.  How do i complete process?

    I have an IPAD 2 ios verison 4.3.3.  I am trying to update my ios to current version.  I dont get the option from Settings>General for a software update.  How do i complete process?

    If you are using iOS 4 (or earlier) there is no Software Update in Settings. That feature was first added in iOS 5.
    To update you will have to connect your iPad to iTunes on a computer (preferably the one you sync with and backup to).
    See here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 I have an iphone 4 but no software update button.  How do I update iOS?

    I have an iphone 4 but no software update button.  How do I update iOS?

    iOS version prior to ios 5 do not include a way to update the iOS over the air on the device itself. You must use iTunes on the computer you normally sync with to complete the update.
    Start iTunes on your computer and use the menu to check for updates. If an update to iTunes is available download and install it.
    Then start iTunes on your computer and connect your iPhone. Select your iPhone in the left column of iTunes and select General in the right column. Scroll down to find Check for Updates.

  • HT4623 Goal is to update ios.....I phone 4..settings - General - nothing about software update is visible?

    Under settings - General - My phone does not show software update...work around?

    If, as shown in your profile, you have an iPhone 3G, you can not upgrade beyond iOS 4.2.1.

  • HT4623 Hi on my Iphone 4 settings there is no software updates, where can i update my iOS 4.3 version to new version?

    Hi My Iphone 4 dont have a software update on general settings, How do I update my iOS 4.3 version to new version?

    By updating it from iTunes on a computer as described at the bottom of that article.
    (79718)

  • HT4623 my ipad 2 does not have a software update icon to press

    My ipad 2 will not update. I have looked at instructions which say go to settings, general and press software update ... there is no icon saying software update on my ipad... very frustrating!! Help

    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 on my 3G I go to settings, general but there is no software update ? how to update ?

    on my 3G I go to settings, general but the is not a "software update " how to update ?

    You only needed to ask this one time. The iPhone 3G can only be upgraded to version 4.2.1 which does not have the ability to do an over-the-air update. You will never see software update in settings on that iPhone.

  • HT4623 I'm trying to update my iPad to ios5, I have gone thru Settings, General, but there is no update button available...what am I doing wrong?

    I'm trying to update my iPad to ios5, as I want Sky Go on it to watch the cricket, so I've gone thru Settings, General, but there is no update available...what am I doing wrong? Or is this iPad not able to get updates? Thanks

    You only have the option if you are already running iOS 5. If you are trying to update the iOS, you have to use iTunes on a computer to update the iPad.
    There are some important things that you should know before you update.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4972
    The updating instructions are in this article. Make sure you read the part about using iTunes.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623

  • HT4623 I'm trying to update my iphone 3gs from version 4.2 but under settings-general there is no update link

    I'm trying to update my iphone 3gs from version 4.2 but under settings-general there is no update link. This is probably a frequently asked question, so I'm sorry but I'm new to this.

    That is only a feature of iOS 5 or later...
    You have iOS 4... See Here...
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    OR...
    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

  • HT4623 Trying to update my ipad 2 - went to Settings, General but I don't have a Software Update option.  Now what?

    Trying to update my ipad2 - went to Settings, General but I don't have a Software Download option.  Now what?

    Very old versions of the iOS prior to iOS 5 did not have the option to update over the air by using the Settings app. If your iOS is lower than 5.0 you need to update your iPad while connected to the computer you normally sync with.
    First thing to do is start iTunes on your computer and use the menu to check for updates. Your iTunes must be version 11.1 so it you have and earlier version of iTunes on your computer update iTunes to 11.1.
    Then start iTunes on your computer and connect your iPad. Select your iPad in iTunes and select General or Summary in the right side panel. Do a backup of your iPad next.
    Once the backup is complete click on Check for updates.

  • I'm trying to update my software, but i cant find where to do it. i go to settings general but there's no button for software update. what do i do?

    I'm trying to update my software, but i can't find where to do it. i go to settings>general but there's no option to update my software. how do i then update my software?

    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

  • My new iPad mini can't install apps - I have updated to IOS 7.1.2 - I note that one possible solution is to reset all under settings General but I don't see "reset" - please help

    My new iPad mini can't install apps - I have updated to IOS 7.1.2 - I note that one possible solution is to reset all under settings>General but I don't see "reset" - please help

    1. Try reset iPad
    Hold the Sleep/Wake and Home button down together until you see the Apple Logo.
    2. Sign out and sign back in to iTunes and App Store
    Settings>iTunes and App Store>Apple ID>Sign out and sign in

  • As of today, ios 7 is available for Apple devices. I went to settings, then to general, and to software updates, but it says at iOS 6.1.3 my iPad 2 is up to date. How can I download https iOS  7?

    As of today, iOS 7 is available for Apple devices. I went to settings, then to general, and to software updates, but it says at iOS 6.1.3 my iPad 2 is up to date. How can I download https iOS  7?

    Well, now is probably not a good time to try it. The servers are overloaded, and if you look at most of the posts on this site right now, people are getting hung up at various points of their download and activation.
    You need to hook your device up to the computer you sync with and download it via iTunes, or keep checking your device until you see IOS 7 is available.
    But my advice would be to wait - otherwise you are just going to be frustrated, and unable to use your device....
    Cheers,
    GB

  • HT1430 I have IPad 1 and for some of my game Apps, I need at least IOS 4.3.  How do I update my IPad?  I have gone to settings, General, but I do not have the option fo update..should k call Apple Tech?

    I have IPad 1 and for some of my game Apps, I need at least IOS 4.3. I open my IPad to Settings, General, but there is no "update" to select..should I call Apple Tech to have my IPad updated???thanks

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, you will need to 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 > Devices > 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 via File > Devices > Back Up
    Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand sidebar, 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
    You can only update a device to the highest iOS version that it supports, which for a first gen iPad is iOS 5.1.1

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