Trying to update our Ipad to iOS5.

Trying to update our Ipad to iOS5 via our desktop Mac. We have mac osx 10.4.11, Itunes ver 9.2.1...What do we need to do?

These are the requirements:
Mac computer with USB 2.0 port
Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later
iTunes 10.2 or later recommended
(free download from www.itunes.com/download)
iTunes Store account
Internet access
I would upgrade to Snow Leopard 10.6.8 it is the best for the older machines. Run software update after installing Snow Leopard and let it update everything.

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HT4623 I'm trying to update my iPad to ios5, I have gone thru Settings, General, but there is no update button available...what am I doing wrong?

I'm trying to update my iPad to ios5, as I want Sky Go on it to watch the cricket, so I've gone thru Settings, General, but there is no update available...what am I doing wrong? Or is this iPad not able to get updates? Thanks

You only have the option if you are already running iOS 5. If you are trying to update the iOS, you have to use iTunes on a computer to update the iPad.
There are some important things that you should know before you update.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4972
The updating instructions are in this article. Make sure you read the part about using iTunes.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623

I have been trying to update my iPad to IOS5 ALL DAY LONG!

It stays on "backing up" for hours. I've cancelled and started over 4 times since 10am. Help! It took overnight to update my iphone 4 to the ios5, but it's not moving past "backing up" for the iPad at all. It is now 11:51pm, 12 hours I've been trying to update my iPad. After I cancelled, I rebooted the computer each time then started over. It's getting ridiculous. I hope someone can help me with this! Please and Thank you.

Um, this makes no sense. The binary is already on the device, it came directly from Apple so I'm not sure where the hold up is. I guess it depends on what is exactly "Verifying update ..." is. I always believed it was about checking to ensure the binary was proper; not sure why it has to call back to Apple servers in that case.
It's super annoying. Apple really needs to fix this problem. Especially when one has to leave and needs to take their devices with them...
Last time this happened, all I had to do was connect to iTunes and the issue cleared out immediately and updated.

I am trying to update my iPad to ios5 but backup never completes even after 24 hours attached to iTunes? Frustrated. Any ideas?

Trying to back up ipad in order to upgrade to ios5. I have connected for over 24 hours and shows it is working but never completes. Don't know what to do. Any ideas?

Temporarily disable your firewall and security software and see if that helps.

Error while trying to update my Ipad for new iOS5 :(

On trying to update to the lastest iOs5 version for my Ipad, after syncing everything correctly, a last pop-up shows " Error occured while backing up Ipad (-37) Continue will result in lost of all contents of Ipad"...what do i need to do or fix!? Help please!!

i have tried this a couple of times already and it also would show " error... (-5000) , but it says the same thing only difference is the error number. Please help!!!

HT1222 We were able to update iPhones but get an error message when trying update our iPad. Ay suggestions?

We were able to update iPhones but get an error message when trying update our iPad. Ay suggestions?

What iOS are you currently running?
If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1. 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).
 Cheers, Tom

HT4972 I keep getting an error when trying to update my ipad software to IOS5. The error is a Network timeout error when in fact my connection to the internet is stable and strong. Any suggestions?

I've tried to update my ipad softward to the new IOS 5 software but keep getting internet connection errors.
Initially, I thought it was related to my internet connection but I've tried with full connection and still getting the same error.
Any suggestions would be a great help.
PS - from South Africa

Thanks King_Penguin - I've disabled both my firewall and antivirus software to no avail.
Any other suggestions?
Using Windows Vista - not sure if that make any difference???

I keep trying to update my ipad 2 to ios5 and it gives me error code 3194

i keep trying to update my ipad 2 and it gives me error 3194 . who can help

Straight from Apple:
Error 3194: Resolve error 3194 by updating to the latest version of iTunes. "This device is not eligible for the requested build" in the updater logs confirms this is the root of the issue. For more Error 3194 steps see: This device is not eligible for the requested build above.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error3194

When trying to update my iPad 2 to iOS 7 I keep getting the message that it has stopped because the file is full. There is plenty of room on the iPad. It also says to check the settings. What do I do now?

When trying to update my iPad on iTunes I keep getting a message that the download has stopped because the file is full. There is plenty of space on the iPad. Also, the message says to check the settings. What am I supposed to check in the settings? What do I do now?

I have the same problem. It is only with tv shows and only with programs I have downloaded after the software update.
Apple support sent me the above link too....but it doesn't solve the problem...my computer is authorized and the content is in my library and will play on my Mac air, but it will not sync the tv shows, it keeps saying my computer isn't authorized for it.
No answers here, but you are definitely not alone with this issue.

I keep getting "the network connection could not be established" error message when trying to update my iPads and iPhone to iOS 5.1

I keep getting "the network connection could not be established" message when trying to update my iPad, iPad2 and iPhone4 devices using either my iMac or MacBook. The Macs and iOS devices are apparently working correctly otherwise. Problem started about a day ago when I connected one of the iPads to my iMac and iTunes notified my of an update for the device. I tried and got the above message. Tryied other iPad2 and iPhone4 and get the same message. Also, get same message when trying to update using the MacBook. My system SW is 10.7.3 on the iMac and 10.6.8 on MacBook. iTunes is version 10.6. Have gone thru the check list of things to check and have re-started. Would appreciate any ideas. Thanks.

Another user named Springbk posted a fix that worked for me as I was having the same problem today:
I Changed my DNS settings to OpenDNS
On a Mac go to SYSTEM PREFERENCES>NETWORK>ADVACED>DNS
change DNS by adding ( + )
208.67.222.222
then
208.67.220.220
click okay/apply after. then try the update. after the update, just delete the two open DNS server numbers. should revert back to your old one.

I tried to update my ipad from ios 4 to 5 and now it won't connect to my computer - it is fully restored and can't connect - getting an error message. Help!

I just recently tried to update my ipad from ios 4 to 5 and now I am getting an error message when I try to connect it to the computer so that I can download all of my apps, etc. please help! Error message says iTunes could not connect to this iPad. An unknown error occurred (oxE8000000A).
Help!

Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
Mac: OS X v10.6.8 or later
PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later
iTunes 10.7 or later (free download from www.apple.com/nz/itunes/download)

HT2305 When I am trying to update my iPad 2 via syncing it with my PC, I get the following error message: "iPad software update server could not be contacted." Any ideas?

When I am trying to update my iPad 2 via syncing it with my PC, I get the following error message: "iPad software update server could not be contacted." Any ideas?

Try rebooting your router and or cable modem. Unplug it/them for about 30 seconds and then plug back in. See if it works then. Reboot your iPad as well.
Reboot the iPad by holding down on the sleep and home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple Logo appears - ignore the red slider if it appears on the screen - let go of the buttons. Let the iPad start up.

HT4623 I tried to update my ipad with IOS7, it crashed!!!!!! now my ipad will not work, have tried to restore the ipad, will not restore, help please??

I tried to update my ipad with IOS7, it crashed!!!!!! now my ipad will not work, have tried to restore the ipad, will not restore, help please??

I tried to update my ipad with IOS7, it crashed!!!!!! now my ipad will not work, have tried to restore the ipad, will not restore, help please??

HT201210 I tried to update my iPad 2 with the iOS 6.0. Now I am stuck in restore mode and keep getting an unkown error 3014 and sometimes -1. What in the world can I do?

I tried to update my iPad 2 with the iOS 6.0. Now I am stuck in restore mode. I get "unknown" errors 3014 and sometimes -1. Any ideas?

Try a hard reset: hold the power and home buttons simultaneously until the Apple logo appears.

HT4623 I trying to update my iPad using iTunes. After connecting to MacBook Pro where is installed all latest software iPad is recognised as iPad, Serial Number: n/a. iTunes run recovery mode, trying to restore iPad firmware, and in the end unknown error

There was some updayts for my iPad 4 automatically downloaded. After installing it, the iPad began to restart itself every few minutes.
I tryed to update my iPad using iTunes. After connecting to MacBook Pro, where is installed all latest software, iPad is recognised as "iPad", Serial Number: n/a. iTunes run recovery mode, trying to restore iPad firmware, and in the end unknown error occured (3). Tried many times, not results. And now iPad stays only in recovery mode, can't switch it off. How can I solve this problem please?

When I restart my iPad the connect to iTunes comes up and stays on until it shuts down again, I have read a report from Apple support suggesting I reinstall iTunes so I might try that again and also your suggestion which i shall also try, but thanks again - rg1547

Trying to update our Ipad to iOS5.

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