Ipad 1. Trying to update to IOS 5. Sticks at backing up i pad

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Updating to iOS 5
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

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Today I tried to update to IOS 8 on my ipad 4. I thought I was doing everything right. I did it through itunes. I backed up before starting. It now is frozen. itunes says it's in recovery mode.get error 3014. HELP!

Today I tried to update to IOS 8 on my ipad 4. I thought I was doing everything right. I did it through itunes. I updated iTunes to 11.4. I backed up before starting. It now is frozen. itunes says it's in recovery mode. The only options it gives me is to Restore so I say ok... after a few seconds I get get error 3014. It says this ipad can not be restored. It has a button to click for more info which leads me to this page: Error 3194, Error 17, or "This device isn't eligible for the requested build"
Please help, I have a back up I just can't get to it. Why did this happen!!!
HELP!

I have since tried a few more things... suggestions found online...
I tried using another computer, same house same internet link though... it downloaded the update again, took about an hour & a half but as soon as it finished it said it could not restore because "device could not be found". I unplugged my ipad then plugged it back in so it would "see" it but it just went right back to the "ipad in recovery mode needs to be restored"... then the same error 3014.
I don't know if the computer can sense the ipad or what's going on. On the screen when it wants to do the restore it has an icon of an ipad & it says "Serial Number: n/a
The next thing I tried... was right clicking iTunes & choosing "Run as Administrator". It started another hour & a half download of the update... but then when it was done it went right back to the error 3014.
Is there nothing that can help?!?

TS1538 After trying to update to IOS 7 Ipad Mini is not shownig up in any windows based pc/laptop. what to do. Now charging externally is ok but no pc connectivity.

My new I pad was working fine till update was downloaded. After 1.12 Gb data was downloaded through Wi-Fi when tried to install it was not taking place & error meassage-network not available was coming. I tried to connect to my windows pc with windows 7 and first it recognised the i pad & through i tunes when tried to update the IOS after few hours of downloading the dat again ,now ipad is not visible & when connectedto any pc showing usb device not recognised. Please suggest what to do.

have you updated itunes on the computer to the latests version ?

I have an Ipad 2 Model MC775LL, IOS 6.0.1 (10A523) and I am trying to update to IOS 6.1, but the download is taking too many hours. Is it normal?

I have an Ipad 2 Model MC775LL, IOS 6.0.1 (10A523) and I am trying to update to IOS 6.1, but the download is taking too many hours. Is it normal?

You have to connect the iPad to your computer to update.
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

HT4972 When I tried to update my iOS 4 ipad to iOS 6, it doesn't work but only say that the ipad software update server cannot be contacted. What should I do?

When I tried to update my iOS 4 ipad to iOS 6, it doesn't work but only say that the ipad software update server cannot be contacted. What should I do?

Hi Ruby,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
You may find the troubleshooting steps in this article helpful for troubleshooting the connection issue you're seeing:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1368
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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

Hello I went to wipe my 1st generation iPad and then tried to update the iOS now the iPad won't work at all any ideas what I can do?

Hello I went to wipe my 1st generation iPad and then tried to update the iOS now the iPad won't work at all any ideas what I can do?

You can't update the original iPad beyond iOS 5.1.1 so if you were already running that version, there was no reason to wipe the iPad to try to update.
Won't work at all, doesn't tell me the whole story. Does it power up but not respond to anything? Does it not power up at all? Some detailed information in context would really be helpful.
IF the device will not start up, try a reset. Hold down on the sleep and home buttons at the same time for about 10 seconds until the Apple Logo appears on the screen.

I am getting an error message when I am trying to update to iOS 7.0.6

I am getting an error message on my iPad when I am trying to update to IOS 7.0.6

What is the error message and number?

Ipad constantly crashing after updating to iOS 8.1.3.

ipad constantly crashing after updating to iOS 8.1.3. I can't restore it to factory settings. I can't even turn it off. It just keeps crashing and trying to reboot etc. Sometimes I see the black screen with the white apple and sometimes the screen is white. I saw it say "Hello" once, but then it crashed again. While rebooting, it does sync up with itunes briefly and is recognized. When I try to restore, it says I need to turn off "find my iphone" but I can't access any settings within the ipad to do that. Also, it tells me I need to enter my passcode to continue, but I can't do that either since the ipad is constantly in crash mode.

Hello millersmiller,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
The following article should help you troubleshoot your iphone not responding.
If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch doesn't respond or doesn't turn on - Apple Support
Regards,
Jeff D.

TS3682 Trying to update my iOS 4 to iOS 6

I am trying to update my iOS 4 from my IPad 2 to a newer version of iOS . They have the worst instructions on how to upgrade to iOS 5. Usually Apple is really easy, but not with this. And, unlike my iPhone 5, you can't go to General settings. I have searched the App store and iTunes, but I keep getting nowhere!!

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 7.0.x
iPhone 4S                                    iOS 7.0.x
iPhone 5                                      iOS 7.0.x
iPhone 5c                                     iOS 7.0.x
iPhone 5s                                     iOS 7.0.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 7.0.x
iPad 1                                          iOS 5.1.1
iPad 2                                          iOS 7.0.x
iPad 3                                          iOS 7.0.x
iPad 4                                          iOS 7.0.x
iPad Mini                                      iOS 7.0.x
iPad Air                                        iOS 7.0.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 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
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I'am using iphone 5 i tried to update the ios 8.0.2 using the shift key in itunes update @ windows 8 i have the file which i downloaded, but it says that firmware version is not compatible. what can i do for it . help me friends

i'am using iphone 5, i tried to update the ios 8.0.2 using the shift key in itunes update @ windows 8 i have the file which i downloaded, but it says that firmware version is not compatible. what can i do for it . help me friends

Hello vinoth1986,
After reviewing your post, I have located an article that can help in this situation. It contains a number of troubleshooting steps and helpful advice concerning update issues:
If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
BobbyD

IPod Touch 4G and iPad 2 won't update to iOS 5?

Hey, I have an iPod Touch 4G and iPad 2 that are both running. 4.3.5 and I am trying to update to iOS 5. I downloaded it for both devices and clicked update, it backs up the device, extracts software, and then say verifying restore with Apple. Then a message pops up saying, "Your device could not be restored. Your device is not eligible for the requested build" and it wont go any further for both devices. I have iTunes 10.5 and all the latest software on the Mac and no security software. I have also tried deleting the .ipsw files for both and re-downloading but that wont work. HELP PLEASE!!!

Okay nevermind, I feel stupid, I had set up those two devices on my previous laptop and thats why it wouldn't sync.

I was trying to update to ios 7 when itunes show me a error 1 and my iphone is in recovery mode

i was trying to update to ios 7 when itunes show me a error 1 and my iphone is in recovery mode

Hi, francescakathleen.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
When experiencing issues restoring an iPhone, here are the best articles to go through. If you received a specific error number when restoring, see the section labeled Get more help in the second article below.
If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201263
Resolve iOS update and restore errors in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201210
Cheers,
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Trying to update to iOS 7.1.2

I am trying to update to iOS 7.1.2 for my iPhone but it is constantly downloading the file with no status of how much to go.
Even if I reboot that won't help.

Connect it to your computer, open iTunes, select your phone from the Devices list in the sidebar, click on the Update button in the Summary page in iTunes' main window. Also, see iOS- How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

HT6208 My password does not work in trying to update to ios 7.1.1

Anyone got an issue with their password trying to update to ios 7.1.1

It is requesting the 4 digit pass code that you use to wake/unlock your ipad from sleep.

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