Then general there is now software update showing where might i find it?

I have an Ipad 2 and it has version 4.3.5 on it at the moment I would like to update it to ios5, but in general there is no software update to choose, where might it be please?

Connect your iPad to iTune (computer) and Check for Updates. Backup before you proceed with update.
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  • HT4623 when i go to settings then general there is no software update? i am trying to up date my phone...

    when i go to settings then general there is no software update? i am trying to up date my phone...

    The option to update without the computer (Over the air) was made available with iOS 5. If your iDevice is using a version of iOS lower than 5, you will need to use iTunes on your syncing computer to perform the upgrade. Use the Apple link below as a guide for the upgrade.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    Also read the instructions from the section entitled "Update your device using iTunes" at the link below.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
    Information regarding transferring purchases from your iDevice to iTunes on your syncing computer can be found at the link below.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848

  • HT4623 when i go to setttings then general there is no software update

    i have no software update on my menu??

    You don't get the Software Update directly on your iPad until you get it to iOS 5 or later. Connect your iPad to your computer and launch iTunes. You'll most likely be prompted to update. If not click the "check for update" button on the summary tab for the device in iTunes. For more information and full details, see the section titled "Update your device using iTunes" in this support article:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
    You should read this article as well:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    Regards.
    Forum Tip: Since you're new here, you've probably not discovered the Search feature available on every Communities page, but next time, it might save you time (and everyone else from having to answer the same question multiple times) if you search a couple of ways for a topic, both in the relevant forums and in the Apple Knowledge Base, before you post a question.

  • HT4623 I'm want to update my iPad software but if you would go to General there is no software update. I did reset my iPad already and yet nothing is showing up.

    I want to update my iPad's software. But if you would go to general there is no Software update showing up...

    malcolmfromsk wrote:
    I want to update my iPad's ... go to general there is no Software update showing up...
    That is only a feature of iOS 5 or later...
    If you have iOS 4... See Here >  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    OR...
    Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and “ Check for Updates “...
    See the Using iTunes Section Here...
    How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
    Make sure you have the Latest Version of iTunes (v11) Installed on your computer
    iTunes free download from www.itunes.com/download
    NOTE:
    The iPad 1 can only update as far as iOS 5.1.1

  • HT4623 I have an iPod but in general there is no software update section what should I do now

    I have an iPod but in general there is no software update section what should I do now

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 as your tagline suggests then can only update via your computer's iTunes, as described half-way down the page that you posted from.
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    If it's a second gen iPod Touch then it only supports up to iOS 4.2.1, third gen supports up to iOS 5.1.1, 4th gen iOS 6.1.5, and the 5th gen iOS 7.0.4
    (For info you've posted in the Using iPad forum.)

  • HT4623 I have a Gen 4 Ipod Touch, it is still running with IOS 4. When i go to my settings and select General there is no Software Update button to choose from. How do i update my Ipod to the new IOS system?

    I have a Gen 4 Ipod Touch, it is still running with IOS 4. When i go to my settings and select <General> there is no <Software Update> button to choose from. How do i update my Ipod to the new IOS system?

    You have to hook it up to a computer and update it to ios 5 and then there will be a "software update" button.

  • HT4623 I'm trying to upgrade an ipad and in the system under general there is no software update.  What do I do?

    I'm trying to upgrade an ipad and in the system under general there is no software update.  What do I do?

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 then you will need to do the update via your computer's iTunes.
    Connect the iPad to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases. You may also want to copy photos and any important documents off the iPad as well e.g. via the file sharing section at the bottom of the device's apps tab when connected to iTunes, via wifi, email, dropbox etc - they should be included in the backup, but it's best to have a copy of them outside of the backup just in case. You can then force a backup of the iPad by right-clicking the iPad 'Device' on the left-hand side of iTunes and selecting 'Backup'.
    Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    With iOS 6 you will lose the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change

  • HT4623 When I go to General there is no Software update catergory. WHat's with that?

    I would like to update the OS on my iPad 2. The current OS is 4.3.3
    WHen I go to Settings>General> there is no software upgrade prompt.
    How do I upgrade teh system?

    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

  • HT1222 I went to update my I pad 3. As there was 1 Software update showing - it keeps asking for a 4 digit password? What's that all about? I have never had a password for OSX updates. H.E.L.P

    Hi community Folks
    Hope you are all well.
    I just turned on my I Pad and the settings icon showed 1 update, when I tapped on there is a software update !
    When I go to update it is asking me for a code ?
    which I don't have or have a Scooby doo ( Clue) about
    As I have updated my pad without any pass code before
    Any ideas please shout me back

    It is asking for the passcode you use to lock/unlock iPad

  • HT4623 In my Settings General Thera is no "Software update" selection.  What now?

    There is no Settings > GENERAL>selection for Software update on my IPad2 settings menu.  How can I update to the latest version.  I am using 4-3-3.

    See below.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 tried to update my iphone 3, but after going to settings/ general there is no software update tab.

    I have the Weather network app. I did a update on this app. then the app stop working. I removed and installed a couple times. I have just tried to update from apple Iphone link. going to settings / general/ software updates. there was no tab (software updates)  I also rebooted the phone- holding sleep and home tell the apple logo apeared.
    Now what???

    You need to connect it to a computer to update it as described in that article.
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  • HT4623 Trying to upgrade my iPad per instructions above...when I go to general there is no "software update" as shown above?

    "Software upgrade" not shown in general settings....trying to upgrade to ios 6.0 or better but can't.

    If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 7.0.2. 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.
    How to Upgrade to iOS 7
    The iOS 7.0 update requires around 2.5 GB of storage space, so if your iPad is almost full, you may need to clear up some space. You can check your available space in Settings -> General -> Usage.
    There are two ways to upgrade to iOS 7: You can use your Wi-Fi connection, or you can connect your iPad to your PC and update through iTunes. We'll go over each method.
    To upgrade using Wi-Fi:
    Note: If your iPad's battery is under 50%, you will want to plug it into your charger while performing the update.
        1.    Go into the iPad's Settings.
        2.    Locate and tap "General" from the menu on the left.
        3.    The second option from the top is "Software Update". Tap this to move into the update settings.
        4.    Tap "Download and Install". This will start the upgrade, which will take several minutes and will reboot your iPad during the process. If the Download and Install button is grayed out, trying clearing up some space. The space required by the update is mostly temporary, so you should gain most of it back after iOS 7 is installed.
        5.    Once the update is installed, you may have to run through the initial steps of setting up your iPad again. This is to account for new features and settings.
    To upgrade using iTunes:
    First, connect your iPad to your PC or Mac using the cable provided when you purchased your device. This will allow iTunes to communicate with your iPad.
    You will also need the latest version of iTunes. Don't worry, you will be prompted to download the latest version when you launch iTunes. Once it installs, you may be asked to setup iCloud by logging into your iTunes account. If you have a Mac, you may be prompted on whether or not you want to enable the Find my Mac feature.
    Now you are ready to begin the process:
        1.    If you upgraded iTunes earlier, go ahead and launch it. (For many, it will launch automatically when you plug in your iPad.)
        2.    Once iTunes is launched, it should automatically detect that a new version of the operating system exists and prompt you to upgrade to it. Choose Cancel. Before updating, you will want to manually sync your iPad to make sure everything is up to date.
        3.    After canceling the dialog box, iTunes should automatically sync with your iPad.
        4.    If iTunes doesn't automatically sync, you can manually do it by selecting your iPad within iTunes, clicking on the File menu and choosing Sync iPad from the list.
        5.    After your iPad has been synced to iTunes, select your iPad within iTunes. You can find it on the left side menu under Devices.
        6.    From the iPad screen, click on the Update button.
        7.    After verifying that you want to update your iPad, the process will begin. It takes a few minutes to update the operating system during which time your iPad may reboot a few times.
        8.    After updating, you may be asked a few questions when your device finally boots back up. This is to account for new settings and features.
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4972 I want to update iPad but when I open go to settimgs and general there is no software update?  It,s an older iPad and do not recall ever updating?

    I want to update iPad 2 but it's older and do not recall ever updating. Not sure what ISO is loaded? When I go to settings and open the general there is no spot for 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

  • HT4623 I'm trying to download ios5 to my iPad and I tried following the steps but in my setting under general there is no software update option. What do I do

    I'm trying to download the ios5 to my iPad and I was following the instructions on here but when I go to settings and general I don't have a system update option. What do I do

    See the chart below to determine whether you can upgrade your device and what you can upgrade to.
    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
    iPhone 4                                      iOS 6.1
    iPhone 4S                                    iOS 6.1
    iPhone 5                                      iOS 6.1
    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
    iPod Touch 5                               iOS 6.1
    iPad 1                                          iOS 5.1.1
    iPad 2                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad 3                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad 4                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad Mini                                     iOS 6.1
    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 to Version 6.0.x 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
            2. iOS- Resolving update and restore alert messages

  • HT4623 When I look settings, general there is no software update option on my ipad or iphone

    I am trying to update niphone and ipad to iOS 5 as some apps say is required.  Get to settings, general and there is no option for softeware update on either device.

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 then you will need to do the update via your computer's iTunes.
    Connect the iPad to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases. You may also want to copy photos and any important documents off the iPad as well e.g. via the file sharing section at the bottom of the device's apps tab when connected to iTunes, via wifi, email, dropbox etc - they should be included in the backup, but it's best to have a copy of them outside of the backup just in case. You can then force a backup of the iPad by right-clicking the iPad 'Device' on the left-hand side of iTunes and selecting 'Backup'.
    Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    With iOS 6 you will lose the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change.

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