Iphone 3G ... error code 1604

I was trying to update my iphone to the new software and it got interrupted somehow... Anyways itunes told me to restore the iphone, but when I started the restore it wouldn't go further than preparing the iphone for restore. Then it just stops and says the error code 1604.
I've updated my itunes, my computer is upto date as far as I know, I've reset the computer, tried a different USB port, tried 2 other computers, and tried holding the home button when I plugged the USB cord into the computer. I've tried everything that I can find on the internet pretty much and I'm at my wits end.
I bought the phone April 15th, 2010; less than a year ago! and every time I update it, there is always a problem, it constantly freezes even though I don't have many apps on it... very frustrated... Please help me fix my iphone? I signed a 3 year contract for the plan and I can't change phones now... not after spending 500$ on this one!

Hi,
Had the same problem. Turned off! Zonealarm and update went along very smoothly. So if you haven't got zonealarm disable any firewall you have got for the time of the update . Hope that helps.

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I keep getting Error code 1604 when trying to restore my Ipod Touch (keeps entering restore mode. never jailbroken)
Ive checked all my USB ports they are all 2.0 and all have up to date driver software. Does anyone have any other suggestions for this?
I have also tried updating Windows, and Itunes, shutting down my computer, creating a new user account, stopping the software from running and restarting it.
I am ready to throw the thing through the wall.
I can send it in for repairs but cannot call apple for support

This may help:
"Error 1604: This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, uninstalling and reinstalling USB ports, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections, device not recognized properly, computer won't recognize a FireWire or USB device). If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the USB 30-pin dock-connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
If the issue is not resolved by USB isolation troubleshooting, and another computer is not available, try these steps to resolve the issue:
Connect the device to iTunes, confirm that the device is in Recovery Mode. If it's not in Recovery Mode, put it into Recovery Mode.
Restore and wait for error 1604.
When prompted, click OK.
Close and re-open iTunes while iPhone remains connected.
iPhone should now be recognized in Recovery Mode again.
Try to restore again.
If the steps above do not resolve the issue, try restoring using a known-good USB cable, computer, and network connection."
Above from:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275

My ipod touch has entered restore mode, but when I attempt to restore it I get the error code 1604.

My daughters ipod touch has entered restore mode, but when I attempt to carry out a restore I get an error code 1604.
Any easy solution to this problem?

Error 1604: This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, uninstalling and reinstalling USB ports, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections, device not recognized properly, computer won't recognize a FireWire or USB device). If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the white Apple USB dock connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
If the issue is not resolved by USB isolation troubleshooting, and another computer is not available, try these steps to resolve the issue:
Connect the device to iTunes, confirm that the device is in Recovery Mode. If it's not in Recovery Mode, put it into Recovery Mode.
Restore and wait for error 1604.
When prompted, click OK.
Close and reopen iTunes while iPhone remains connected.
iPhone should now be recognized in Recovery Mode again.
Try to restore again.
If the steps above do not resolve the issue, try restoring using a known-good USB cable, computer, and network connection.
Above from:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694

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When I did that, it said that I needed to "restore" the device. Upon doing so, I eventually got a message that said there was a problem, and referenced Error Code 1604. I can see the online instructions of what to do, but none of that works.
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Well, as the article says about 1604, if none of the steps work, it needs service;
Error 1604: This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, uninstalling and reinstalling USB ports, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections, device not recognized properly, computer won't recognize a FireWire or USB device). If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the white Apple USB dock connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
If the issue is not resolved by USB isolation troubleshooting, and another computer is not available, try these steps to resolve the issue:
Connect the device to iTunes, confirm that the device is in Recovery Mode. If it's not in Recovery Mode, put it into Recovery Mode.
Restore and wait for error 1604.
When prompted, click OK.
Close and reopen iTunes while iPhone remains connected.
iPhone should now be recognized in Recovery Mode again.
Try to restore again.
If the steps above do not resolve the issue, try restoring using a known-good USB cable, computer, and network connection.
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- put your ipod into DFU mode
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- upgrade back to 8.2.1
- move your library (itl) file back. To be safe, I would hold the shift key down to select your 8.2.1 file (even if it’s named the same as the one you created from iTunes 8.1.10).
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I got it to the point where the iTunes logo is showing on the screen with the picture of the plug underneath it (meaning: sync your iPhone) and when iTunes opens it tells me that it's "detected an iPhone in recovery mode" and my iPhone "needs to be restored." So I click on "restore" then I click on "restore and update" and after doing so it tells me: "extracting software" and then a new window pops-up after that one that says: "preparing iPhone for restore" and then after about two minutes it gives me this error message: "the iPhone could not be restored. An unknown error occurred (1604)" what am I doing wrong? I'm freaking out right now, is my iPhone dead or what? Why won't it freaking restore already and start working again? The last time this happened after an update it only did this a few times and then it magically worked. This time I've been trying with no such luck for hours and it's frustrating me beyond belief!
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error2001
If you experience this issue on a Mac, disconnect third-party devices, hubs, spare cables, displays, reset the SMC, and then try to restore. If you are using a Windows computer, remove all USB devices and spare cables other than your keyboard, mouse, and the device, restart the computer, and try to restore. If that does not resolve the issue, try the USB issue-resolution steps and articles listed for Error 1604 above. If the issue persists, it may be related to conflicting security software.

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I tried to backup and update my ipad this evening and when doing so it now is stuck on the itunes and USB screen. When I connect the Ipad to the Itunes it says the Ipad is in recivery mode and to restore. I click ok and it tells me i can't restore the ipad and gives me an error code of 1604. I have no idea where to go from here or what happened. Any ideas?

Error 1604: This error is often related to USB timing. Try changing USB ports, uninstalling and reinstalling USB ports, and other available USB troubleshooting steps (troubleshooting USB connections, device not recognized properly, computer won't recognize a FireWire or USB device). If you are using a dock, bypass it and connect directly to the white Apple USB dock connector cable. If the issue persists on a known-good computer, the device may need service.
If the issue is not resolved by USB isolation troubleshooting, and another computer is not available, try these steps to resolve the issue:
   1. Connect the device to iTunes, confirm that the device is in Recovery Mode. If it's not in Recovery Mode, put it into Recovery Mode.
   2. Restore and wait for error 1604.
   3. When prompted, click OK.
   4. Close and reopen iTunes while iPhone remains connected.
   5. iPhone should now be recognized in Recovery Mode again.
   6. Try to restore again.
If the steps above do not resolve the issue, try restoring using a known-good USB cable, computer, and network connection.
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Why do I get error code 1604 when trying syncing with itunes on my pc?

Why do I get an error code of 1604 when trying to sync with itunes on my pc? Also when I plug in my Iphone to my pc it doesn't appear on my computer.

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1. Perform USB isolation troubleshooting, including a different USB port directly on the computer.
2. Put a USB 2.0 hub between the device and the computer, or eliminate the hub if using one.
3. Try a different USB 30-pin dock connector cable.
4. Eliminate third-party security software conflicts by disabling all anti-virus & firewalls.
5. There may be third-party software installed that modifies your default packet size in Windows by inserting a TcpWindowSize entry into your Registry. If your default packet size is set incorrectly it can cause this error. Contact the manufacturer of the software that installed the packet size modification for assistance.
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Hi!
So i tried to upgrade my iPhone 3GS, which I just got back from apple, to iOS4.
After downloading iOS 4 via iTunes it started installing and then crashed right when it began installing. Bam Error Code 14.
Funny thing i upgraded my Girlfriends 3G two days earlier on the same book.
Well so I started trying everything:
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Even tried downgrading to Os 3.1.3./3.1.2
Of course also tried an other pc and an other mac.
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Kinda annoyed cauz I really need my Phone!!!
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1. Perform USB isolation troubleshooting, including a different USB port directly on the computer.
2. Put a USB 2.0 hub between the device and the computer, or eliminate the hub if using one.
3. Try a different USB 30-pin dock connector cable.
4. Eliminate third-party security software conflicts by disabling all anti-virus & firewalls.
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