Ipod mini could not restore

i can't understand why my ipod mini can't restore it's factory settings. i tried everthing but it says "ipod could not be restored. an unknown error occured (1418)." what's happening. i can use it and all files still intact but when i connect it to the computer it just doesn't show.. HELP!!! thanks

Since this error 1418 is a common error that many folks cannot fix, care to share how you did it?
It may help someone in the future.

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My iPod mini is frozen, after switch on, on the Apple logo.
Doing many resets do not change anything. Battery is OK.
I have tried restores, but the iPod is not recognized, when connected either through firewire, or USB, on 2 different MAC iBooks.
All tricks given on Support page have been tried (the 5 R method), to no avail.
Any tip or idea welcome.
This iPod mini is itself an exchange for a previous mini that had battery problem, and is less than 4 months old!!

"the iPod is not recognized, when connected either through firewire, or USB, on 2 different MAC iBooks."
Given the above statement, I would say it needs replacing again. As a last resort, try this from an Apple troubleshooting article.
In rare cases, iPod might get into a state in which it needs to be drained completely before it can be reset. If iPod didn't turn on after you reset it, follow these steps:
Disconnect iPod from all power sources and leave it disconnected for about 24 hours.
Reconnect iPod to the Apple iPod Power Adapter or computer and reset it."
After that, try the restore again.

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I would next try restoring from backup.

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It sounds like your PC or Mac's internal HD is full. You need to delete some data or move it to an external hard drive or storage device of some sort before you'll be able to successfully complete the restore.
B-rock

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Please Help..
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This may indicate a hardware issue with your device. Follow Troubleshooting security software issues, and restore your device on a different known-good computer. If the errors persist on another computer, the device may need service.
The "device may need service" means a hardware problem. in that case make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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I recently upgraded my iPod Touch (3rd Generation) to iOS 4. I an effort to enable the hardware encryption functionality of the device, I followed Apple's instructions to backup the iPod, erase it to factory settings (using the "Restore" button on the status pane of the iPod section of iTunes and attempt to restore from the backup I just made. Unfortunately, the restore now fails 100% of the time with the error "iTunes could not restore the iPod [iPod name] because an error occurred." There are no error numbers listed.
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I had this exact problem, just as described by the original poster. I went to the Apple store, but the Genius Bar was totally unable to help. I am glad I went, however, in that they did have a possible explanation, which was as alarming as it was unexpected: the backup files are probably corrupt (in my case, perhaps by an (unwanted) simultaneous iOS upgrade to 4.02?). Apple had no solution, but the only choice I can see is restoring a previous, good version of the backup image to your computer, and then trying the restore again. Hopefully you have Time Machine or something similar--for once in my life, I am prepared. The files in question are located in different places on Mac and PC. See:
http://forums.macnn.com/103/ipod-iphone-and-ipad/355013/iphone-backup-file-locat ion/)
Restore the entire folder, just to be safe. iTunes now accepts the backup and seems to be working normally. It has reset, and the full restore is in process. I won't know for a few hours if my all app data is intact, so I'll have to report back.
PS: Do to some panicky monkeying around earlier in the day, I also had to restore earlier versions of these 3 files to make it work, as iTunes was no longer recognizing the old image files as belonging to my iPod. I'm not sure which one is truly responsible for the confusion.
1) iTunes Library.itl
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Error 2000-2009 (2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2009, and so on)
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. If the errors persist on another computer and known-good USB cable, the device may need service.
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Hello brendalhl,
After reviewing your post, it sounds like a session could not be started to restore from a backup. I would recommend that you read this article, it may be able to help the issue.
If you can't back up or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod using iTunes - Apple Support
"... a session could not be started."
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Have a nice day,
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Dears,
Today I planned to update my iPhone 4 to iOS7.
After update while my iPhone was connected to the computer, it didn't work and iTunes asked me to restore my iPhone before I can use it.
Well, I had to click Ok and iPhone was restore to factory settings and removed everything.
Now I went to iTunes again to restore the entire backup I created eariler for the photos, videos, contacts and everything 20+GB.
The iTunes starts the restore process but stoppes in the middle of the progress and gives the error:
iTunes could not restore the iPhone"My iPhone Name" because the backup could not be saved on this computer.
I tried 3 times but no avail.
If my C: drive is almost full and it might be the issue, can I move my backup files to another location D: drive for example and restore them to my iPhone?
Please help me.
Thank you.

I get the same issue w/ an iPad that I just updated to the latest iOS. I made the backup before upgrading the iOS. Now when i try to restore that backup made 35 min or so ago, I get this error. Help!

HT1414 ipad 2 could not restore and show error 9 ,,,, pls need help

ipad 2 could not restore and show error 9 ,,,, pls need help

Look at error descriptions in 2nd link.
Update and restore alert messages on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
http://www.buybuyla.com/tech/view/012953a0d412000e.shtml
iOS: Resolving update and restore alert messages
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4097
 Cheers, Tom

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iOS: Resolving update and restore alert messages
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iPad: Unable to update or restore
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 Cheers, Tom

HT4623 I was updating my iPhone 4S when the internet got disconnected. By the time I get connected again it could not restore due to an unknown error code 1611, pls help

was updating my iPhone 4S when the internet got disconnected. By the time I get connected again it could not restore due to an unknown error code 1611, pls help

Try:
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Or it could be an Apple problem and you will have to wait.

After restoring my iphone , itune will say,could not restore because iphone was disconnected? what does that mean?

Got a new iphone and needed to transfer my music from my ipod to the iphone. I did a back up on ther ipod and restored it to the iphoneI got 2 messeges:
1. itune could not restore the iphone because the iphone disconnected.
2. The phone cannot be syned. An internal device error occured.
Can anyone help me?

Hi, beth.lau.gr.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
I understand you have been experiencing issues with your iPhone restarting and showing you a blue screen. I wont be able to give you an exact answer as to why this is happening. However, this is the most relevant troubleshooting article for this issue. This article also provides options to reach out to us via phone for additional assistance.
If your iOS device restarts, displays the Apple logo, or powers off while you're using it
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203899
Cheers,
Jason H.

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