IPad backup to my PC --- OS Windows 7

When I sync my iPad to iTunes on my PC the sync appears to work fine and will download and sync all my new apps, but after the last sync step I get a message that says iPad is unable to be backed up.
Am I missing a setting for backup or does iPad only back up to a MAC??

iTunes should be able to save a backup to PCs as well as Macs. Take a look at this article and see if it helps:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2529

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HT1766 How can I change the location of my iPad backup to an external hard drive (I'm using Windows XP)?

Hi Everyone,
My computer's hard drive isn't very big and it's getting quite full backing up my iPhone and iPad. I would like to transfer the back ups to an external hard drive but I haven't figured out how to do this. Also, I would also like to move the Apps folder to the external hard drive.
Although I hope to eventually purchase an Apple computer, for now I still have a PC running Windows XP. Does anyone know how to transfer these files to an external hard drive using Windows XP?
My iPad is the newest with retina display, 128 GB Wi-fi.
Many thanks!

Relocate iOS device backups
Assuming you're running Windows Vista or later you can use the following steps:
Open a command prompt by hitting the start button and typing CMD<Enter> in the search box that opens up.
To move the current backup folder from C: to D: type in this command and press <Enter>
Move "C:\Users\<User>\AppData\Local\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup" "D:\Backup"
Where <User> is your Windows user name.
To make iTunes look for the data in the new location type in this command and press <Enter>
MkLink /J "C:\Users\<User>\AppData\Local\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup" "D:\Backup"
If your external drive has a different letter or you already have a folder called "Backup" then edit "D:\Backup" accordingly in both commands.
If you're still running Windows XP you can use Junction (cmd line tool) or NTFSLink (shell ext). In both cases you move the existing folder to a new location, create an empty folder where the old one used to be, then use the tools to get the operating system to link the two together and silently redirect any file operation on the old location through to the new one.
Note that while this method works for iOS device backups it cannot be used to redirect sections of the media library.
tt2

In windows 7 where is the iPad backup file located?

In windows 7 where is the iPad backup file located?

iTunes places the backup files in the following places:
Windows XP: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
Windows Vista: \Users\(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\

How do i transfer ipad backup to another computer

I'm having a new Mac soon to replace the current windows computer now. I have been syncing my iPad with this computer and wonder if I can transfer my iPad Backup to the new Mac so I can sync my ipad with it. Anyone has an idea?

This article is pretty easy to follow and contains the steps needed to transfer your iPad content to the new computer.
http://www.tcgeeks.com/how-to-sync-ipad-to-a-new-computer-ipad-tips/
If you want to just transfer the iPad backup to new computer here is where it is located.
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/
Windows XP: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
Windows Vista: \Users\(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
The information is from this article
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4079
This thread also discusses how to move the iPad content to another computer.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/11527071#11527071
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HT1766 How can I backup the iPad to the non-C drive of the computer that runs the itune? I have already setup the library at a NAS and seems only media file are stored int he library. iPad backup still need to take use my C: drive that is running out o

How can I backup the iPad to the non-C drive of the computer that runs the itune? I have already setup the library at a NAS and seems only media file are stored int he library. iPad backup still need to take use my C: drive that is running out of space

Windows - Change iPad default backup location
http://apple-ipad-tablet-help.blogspot.com/2010/07/change-ipad-default-backup-lo cation.html
Windows - Changing IPhone and iPad backup location
http://goodstuff2share.wordpress.com/2011/05/22/changing-iphone-and-ipad-backup- location/
 Cheers, Tom

HT1766 I have made the C drive on my computer very small, with the intention that all data would be stored on the D partition. Can I change the destination for my iPad backup to the D drive?

I have made the C drive on my computer very small and try to put all the data on the D partition. Can I change the destination for my iPad backup to the D drive?

See if this post from turingtest2 helps : https://discussions.apple.com/message/24351688
If not then you might be better off asking in the iTunes For Windows forum, you may be more likely to get better help there.

*Really* cannot find iPad backup file

I have tried for weeks to find the iPad backup file. I run Itunes on Windows XP. I've checked the support page which says it should be in:
# Windows XP: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
You might not believe this: I don't even have the "Application Data"folder!
I know backup is taking place because I successfully restored my iPad a few days ago.
The only thing I should mention is that my media folder is J:\itunes_folder
and my iTune home is J:\itunes_home.
I've checked both of those directories and nothing looks like a backup file.
Does anyone have any clues on where the backups are or might be?
Thanks in advance,
Sandy.

Not sure if you've figured the answer already but will post anyway:
The "Application Data" folder in XP is hidden by default, all you need to do is enable the hidden files and folders: Go to My Computer - Tools - Folder Options - View - "Show hidden files and folders" from the list
After that you will be able to navigate to the desired folder and backup what you need to.
Good luck

"Enter the password to unlock your Ipad backup"

i have reset my ipad, but now all is gone and a window opens saying "Enter the password to unlock your Ipad backup" how i know that password?
help please

This has happened to a few users. Try using the same password that you log onto your computer with. Other passwords that may work 11111 and 12345.

Can I connect an iPad in such a manner to a Windows based PC so that all that I write on the iPad, is immediately displayed on the Windows PC and on a screen by using a data projector?

Can I connect an iPad in such a manner to a Windows based PC so that all that I write on the iPad, is immediately displayed on the Windows PC and on a screen by using a data projector?

In technical support, sometimes you have to make educated guesses. I'm sorry that you were offended.
iTunes does prompt when it is going to erase a device, and the message is clear.
She said in her message that she was able to successfully sync the old ipad. This indicated to me that itunes wiping the data was not an issue, because either it had been setup at the apple store (in which case it doesn't actually wipe the ipad despite saying it will*) (*based on a single case I saw), or because the itunes media folder was migrated.
Furthermore, my solution was to tell her how to backup her ipad (by either doing it manually, or as a last resort, by deleting the corrupt backup -- that she couldn't access anyway.)
I got that last part of the instructions from the "Taking Control of your iphone" book which I found samples of when I did a google search for "corrupted backup itunes".
She marked this as a solution, so it worked for her.

My ipad is synched to an old windows computer how to I set it up to synch with my new iMac?

My ipad is synched to an old windows computer how to I set it up to synch with my new iMac?

From your OLD computer...
Copy your ENTIRE iTunes FOLDER to an External Drive... and then from the External Drive to your New Computer..
Full Details Here > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1751
An Added Bonus is that you will have a Backup of iTunes
If you do not have access to the iTunes Library on your Old computer... or its Backup...
See these 2 Links...
Recovering your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3991
Syncing to a New Computer...
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3141

How to restore new ipad air from old ipad backup using itunes.

I'm trying to get all of the content from an old iPad onto new iPad air. I backed up the old iPad on iTunes, and when I plug in the new iPad air, it prompted that I must first update the software in order to back it up. I updated the software, but now I'm not sure how to get the old iPad backup onto the new iPad because it isn't seeing the new iPad as brand new anymore. How to I transfer the old stuff onto the new one after updating the software? I'm using iTunes for Windows.

Hey jh232808,
Thanks for the question. If I understand correctly, you want to restore a backup to a new iOS device. I would recommend that you read this article, it may be able to help the issue.
Back up and restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using iCloud or iTunes - Apple Support
Restore using iTunes
Use these steps if you have a new iOS device, or you need to to restore after a factory reset:
Connect your device to the computer that has your backup.
Install the latest version of iTunes.
Choose File > Devices > Restore from Back up.
You won't be able to install a backup that uses a later version of iOS than the device you're trying to install it on. Find out why.
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Have a good one,
Mario

How can I backup my iPad to another iPad backup on my same account. They're both listed on my list of backups, but it won't let me choose to backup to the one I want on my other iPad which I no longer have. But I specifically want the pictures

How can I backup my iPad to another iPad backup I have on my same iCloud account. The old one is totally gone. Both backups are listed on my iCloud account. So is there any way I can backup the one I have now to the other one. I really just want the pictures that are in the old backup. I have tried resetting and erasing all settings and data on the one I still have, but when I go to restore by iCloud; it only gives me the choice of restoring the same iPad. Then in iCloud>storage>backup, I'm still not able to choose which backup to backup to. I've even tried deleting the backup to the iPad I still have, then resetting all setting and data on the iPad, hoping that in resetting up the iPad it would give me the option to backup to my old iPad. But it doesn't. It still has memory of the backup of my newer iPad.
I JUST WANT THE PICTURES!!!
Thank you!!!
iPad (3rd gen) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iOS 6.1.3, iCloud Backup

You now need to get your pictures back! The similar to you, after I updated my iPad Mini, I can't get my some files on device. I tried many ways, fortunately, I got a tool from http://tinyurl.com/Data-Recovery-iPhone to help me recover lost files easily! It supports iPhone, iPad, iPod, etc iOS devices!

HT201263 new iPad air. set it as new device. asked in itunes to restore from previous older iPad backup. it's not restored\i'm asked to do it agagin and again, in loop

new iPad air. set it as new device. asked in itunes to restore from previous older iPad backup. it's not restored\i'm asked to do it agagin and again, in loop
tried defining the iPad as new - the same problem. started it in recovery mode - the same

The definition of insanity.....
Does it ask for the old device by name? How do you know it isn't restored? Have you completed setup and checked on the device?
Are you using the same iTunes account and Apple ID?
On your iTunes account, Open preferences, go to devices tab
Look in the box for a backup of your old device. Is there a backup?
If there is no backup, you have nothing to restore.

Ipad is not being recognized by Windows..I get a Code 43 error on any USB port I try. I have rebooted, restarted, blah blah til I am blue in the face.

Ipad is not being recognized by Windows..I get a Code 43 error on any USB port I try. I have rebooted, restarted, blah blah til I am blue in the face. This is an Ipad not an Ipad2...I can't get this thing recognized by either my desktop or laptop. It used to work...not now.
Any ideas?

Did you already have a look at this article?
iOS: Device recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X

I can't connect to the itunes store. I have the latest version of itunes on my windows 7 computer. I can connect to itunes from my ipad and ipod but no my windows computer. i dont get any error message, the bar at the top just says accessing itunes.

I can't connect to the itunes store. I have the latest version of itunes on my windows 7 computer. I can connect to itunes from my ipad and ipod but no my windows computer. i dont get any error message, the bar at the top just says accessing itunes

Close your iTunes,
Go to command Prompt -
(Win 7/Vista) - START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES, right mouse click "Command Prompt", choose "Run as Administrator".
(Win XP SP2 n above) - START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/Command Prompt
In the "Command Prompt" screen, type in
netsh winsock reset
Hit "ENTER" key
Restart your computer.
If you do get a prompt after restart windows to remap LSP, just click NO.
Now launch your iTunes and see if it is working now.
If you are still having these type of problems after trying the winsock reset, refer to this article to identify which software in your system is inserting LSP:
Apple software on Windows: May see performance issues and blank iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4123?viewlocale=en_US

IPad backup to my PC --- OS Windows 7

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