I want to update my ipad 1 to ios5 but i do not have a software update option in my settings

how to update to ios5 when i dont have a software update option?

Connect to computer
Launch iTunes
Click update button

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I do not have a "software" category under my general settings in order to set up iCloud. I have the original iPad. Is it capable of downloading iOs 5?
I was discussing this with Austin but was unable to reply to his last comment to set up iCloud.

The original iPad can upgrade iOS 5.1.1. See below for instructions.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

HT5704 i want to use itunes to update my ipod touch but i do not have the software update option what do i do?

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HT4623 I have the Iphone 4 but I do not have a software update under General, why?

I have the iphone 4 and do not know which operating system. I would like to update software. Following instructions I went to Settings/General and I could not find the software update that is suppose to be between "about" and "usage" and I don't know why.

You have to running iOS 5 to update through iPhone. You have to update through iTunes.
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HT4623 I have the first iPad in the market and it does not have the software update option

I need advice to be able to update my iPad that dos not ave that option in settings/general. Thanks foro your help.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

HT1926 I cannot connect my iphone to itunes. When I go through the troubleshooting, it tells me to uninstall and re-install itunes. BUT I do not have Apple Software Update or Quicktime to uninstall. It tells me that Apple Services failed to start!! Please

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HT4623 my phone does not have the software update option on it, how do I update my phone without this?

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HT4623 I do not have a "software update" button on my IPAD and I am trying to download !OS 5.

I am trying to update my IPAD to include !OS 5. I have followed the instructions but I do not have a "software button" under general settings.

Assuming you have an iOS version below 5 since you don't have the update button. You'll need to connect your iPad to a Computer running iTuines (Can be a Mac or a Pc doesn't matter) and follow the update prompts.
You'll probably want to back up the iPad before updating though.
iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Scroll down to the section titled: Update your device using iTunes

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.

HT4623 I do not have the software update option to update my iPad to ios5, is there any other way to update?

I can not seem to update my iPad. To use certain apps I need ios5, however I do not have the software update option to do so. Is it possible to update my iPad any other way?

If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1. 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 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 my i phone 4 does not have a "software update" under general settings

Trying to update my i phone 4 but it does not have a software update option under general settings

Or read the article that you linked:
OS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

I want to update my ipad 1 to ios5 but i do not have a software update option in my settings

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