IPad backup

I plugged my iPad4 into my MacBook Pro and ran a manual backup. Where do these files go? I read that they are in Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup. I don't have a MobileSync folder. I would appreciate help with this. Thanks!

Yes, that's where they go.
But I suggest this way of making sure you do have a backup done:
Open iTunes, go to Preferences (under iTunes in the menu bar), click "Devices" on top, and you will see your backup(s) listed there, along with the date and time of creation.

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I JUST WANT THE PICTURES!!!
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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!

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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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.

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.

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Your best option would be to try a program called backup extractor. It is mac only

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no, updating versions does not delete your current library

*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.

IPad Backups

A few questions about iPad Backups via iTunes......
1. How can I delete all of the iPad and iPhone backups on my MacBook Pro? Where are they stored in Finder? I want to delete all previous backups hen create a new fresh one....
2. My devices backup when they connect to my MBP before they sync, as per normal. Is it possible to exclude certain files from the backup? For example, I have some movies on my iPad which I load on and play via CineXplayer. I dont want these large movie files to be included in my Backup yet again - how can I set it so that these files from CineXplayer are excluded from the backup?

the following support article is about iPod Touch and iPhone, but the same principles apply to iPad: [_*About backups*_|http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766].
another support article on the subject here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414.
JGG

Where is the ipad backup kept

where is the ipad backup kept

<Profile>\<AppData>\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup
And on the assumption that your supplementary question is "It's taking up too much room on my C:\ drive, how do I move it?"...
You can redirect <Profile>\<AppData>\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup to a folder on another drive using NTFSLink (shell ext., might only work on XP) or Junction (cmd line tool).
In essence you move the existing folder to a new location, create an empty folder where the old one used to be, then get the operating system to link the two togther and silently redirect any file operation on the old location through to the new one.
tt2

How can I take my iPhone & iPad backups from my iMac at home with me while travelling using my Macbookair (128Gb SSD) with an ext. HD?

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Any ideas or solutions?
Thanks for your help.

You can use any Mac with a recent copy of iTunes to back up an iPhone or iPad. It doesn't have to be the one you usually synch with, so long as you don't let it try to do a synch.
Just take fresh backups on the MBA. As for how to get the backups onto the external drive, I'll have to leave that to others; I've never tried.

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In windows 7 where is the iPad backup file located?

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Windows XP: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
Windows Vista: \Users\(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\

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I am unable to backup my ipad - backup starts but error message is displayed after 30 seconds. I was successful with my iphone so logically? feel like the computer, USB, antivirus, and cables are good.

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Use Time Machine and backup the original MacBook to an external HDD. Then go to the new MacBook and use Time Machine to restore the personal data. See this Apple KB article for more information: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1427

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