When am trying to restore my iphone it says iphone cannot be activated because activation server cannot be reached what i need to do now?
when am trying to restore my iphone it says iphone cannot be activated because activation server cannot be reached what i need to do now?
The servers are getting slammed. Bunch of people trying to download iOS7 at the same time.
There is a chance activation servers might be down/slow for now. Just keep trying throughout the day. Some other forum users are experieincing similar things.
You can also try the apple document for activation issues, but I'd assume its server issues. http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3424
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iTunes keeps saying its the latest version. Ive downloaded a 4.3.5.ipsw but when I try and restore from this iTunes says the firmware isn't compatible...any idea's what to do next?
The iPod 3g will only support iOS up to 4.2.1 and nothing beyond that.
Allan -
What do I do?
Has the phone ever been jailbroken or hacked in any way? Has the computer you are using ever been used to hack any iPhone, or downgrade one with a utility such as tinyumbrella? If so the hosts file on your computer is corrupted, and you will have to fix that.
This problem has also been reported by people who tried to install a bootleg copy of iOS 5. Could this be your problem?
If none of these apply your security software may be blocking access to Apple's activation servers. Try disabling it or using a different computer. And you can always take it to an Apple store if convenient and they will restore it for you or fix it if it's broken. -
I had a software problem with my Iphone 5 and so was told by someone in the apple shop that I should restore my phone to factory setting. So, i plugged into my computer and itunes, then backed up my phone to my computer. I wiped it and then clicked restore back up version. I did this the same way around 6 weeks ago when I was switching from my old Iphone 4s to my new 5, and didn't have a problem with it then. So, when I go onto my phone after it had finished restoring the backed up version I realised that the backed up version did not contain all of the data from my phone. For example, no text messages at all, no settings restored, and worst of all not a single photo. Not sure how this has happened, I cant seem to find the backed up version I did earlier today before wiping my phone. The only versions of my phone listed in the back up bit are the new crap version with all my stuff missing, or my old version from when I transferred from the 4s to the 5. I have managed to restore that version to my phone so at least I have everything I had up to 6 weeks ago. But i would really like the version from earlier today before it was wiped as I'm missing some important information and contact numbers. If anyone can help with this I would appreciate it. Thanks.
You can redownload iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store
Synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup that iTunes makes. -
i have update and restore my wife iphone to 7.0.4 and i lost all the data what to do now? all contacts and kids photos goooone , we have the same apple ID and when i tried to restore from i cloude , i restored my contacts not her???!!!!!
Looks like you restored your backup file to her phone. If you didn't back up your wife's phone first, then the data is gone, sorry.
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My daughter's iPhone 3gs has just been replaced by Apple. When she tried to restore her backup files she was told to upgrade to itunes 10, but she can't because her Macbook is too old to run it. What do we need to do to get all her stuff onto the new phone?
Here's what I'd do, go back to the Apple store, take the phone & computer. Ask the geniuses how to fix this since they replaced the phone. You never know, they may just update the computer for free...its happened before...can't gurantee it will happen for you, but worth a try.
Otherwise, you're looking at purchasing a retail copy of Leopard, however if her computer can handle Snow Leopard you can purchase the $29 upgrade disk & install a full copy of SL. -
all my iphone 3gs shows is connect to itunes when i plug it up to charge. and if i dont have it plugged up it would constantly show the apple emblem on the black screen and then disappear (it will do this on and off quite a bit). i tried to restore it on itunes and after it was all done an error (23) popped up. i really need someones help to fully fix this problem please!
Start here: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US#error23
Error 20, 21, 23, 26, 28, 29, 34, 36, 37, 40
These errors typically occur when security software interferes with the restore and update process. FollowTroubleshooting security software issues to resolve this issue. In rare cases, these errors may be a hardware issue. If the errors persist on another computer, the device may need service.
Also, check your hosts file to verify that it's not blocking iTunes from communicating with the update server. See iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting—follow steps under the heading Blocked by configuration (Mac OS X / Windows) > Rebuild network information > Mac OS X > The hosts file may also be blocking the iTunes Store. If you have software used to perform unauthorized modifications to the iOS device, uninstall this software prior to editing the hosts file to prevent that software from automatically modifying the hosts file again on restart. -
HT201263 unknown error (1015) is showing on my iphone 3 when im trying to restore settings
unknown error (1015) is showing on my iphone 3 when im trying to restore it
Error 1015: This error is typically caused by attempts to downgrade the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch's software. This can occur when you attempt to restore using an older .ipsw file. Downgrading to a previous version is not supported. To resolve this issue, attempt to restore with the latest iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch software available from Apple. This error can also occur when an unauthorized modification of the iOS has occurred and you are now trying to restore to an authorized, default state.
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My Iphone 5 has some issues when I tried to restore it, I could not, can someone help please?
My Iphone 5 has some issues when I tried to restore it, I could not as it is displayed "iTunes could not contact the iphone software update server because you are not connected to the internet Make sure your internet connection is active and try again, while I am connected to the internet. can someone help please?
Hi, Jam 974.
Here is an article I would recommend going through when experiencing this issue.
iTunes for Windows: iTunes can't contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1814
Cheers,
Jason H. -
I recently downloaded the latest iOS 7.1. A few days later I had an unrelated problem with my phone and Apple Store provided me with a new iPhone 5. However, when I tried to restore my backup from the Cloud, it said that iOS7 is required. what do I do?
Update your iphone to ios 7.
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i think itunes has removed my iphone software. because now not showing home screen. when i tried to restore my phone there generated an error no is 1015. please help me how can i recover my iphone again?
From the article which you posted your question from:
Errors related to downgrading iOS
The required resource cannot be found: This alert message occurs when your device has a newer version of iOS than what is available in iTunes. When troubleshooting a device that presents this alert message, go to Settings > General > About and check the version of iOS on the device. If it is newer than the latest released iOS version, the device may have a prerelease developer version of iOS installed. Installing an older version of iOS over a newer version is not supported.
Error 1015: This error is typically caused by attempts to downgrade the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch's software. This can occur when you attempt to restore using an older .ipsw file. Downgrading to a previous version is not supported. To resolve this issue, attempt to restore with the latest iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch software available from Apple. This error can also occur when an unauthorized modification of the iOS has occurred and you are now trying to restore to an authorized, default state. -
hi, i had recently formatted my iphone with no itunes backup. i restored my data with icloud but all the pics didn'y come back. now when i tried to restore again, icloud deleted all my pics from the server too!! is there any way i can get them back??
Back from where?
You choose to not copy them off to a computer as they are designed to be.
If they are no longer showing in iCloud, they are gone. -
I WAS UPDATING SPFTWARE ON MY IPHONE BUT ERROR 56 CAME UP WHEN I TRIED TO RESTORE ERROR 3024 CAME UP NOW ON THE SCREEN IS A SYMBOL OF THE CBLE AND ITUNES CAN NOT RESET IT CAN ANYONE HELP??
You'll have to put your iPhone in Recovery Mode.
Recovery mode
If you've never synced your device with iTunes, or haven't set up Find My iPhone, you'll need to put your device in recovery mode. Then you'll restore your device as new or from a backup.
This will erase the device and its passcode.
Disconnect all cables from your device.
Hold down the Sleep/Wake button, then "slide to power off" to turn off your device.
Press and hold the Home button and plug the device into your computer. If your device doesn't turn on automatically, turn it on. Don't release the Home button.
Continue holding the Home button until you see the Connect to iTunes screen.
If iTunes doesn't open automatically, open it. iTunes will alert you that it has detected a device in recovery mode.
Click OK. Then restore the device.
If your device doesn't go into recovery mode, try steps 1–4 again. -
My ipod froze and when i tried to restore it it said it was locked with a passcode
My 32gb ipod touch 4 froze and when i tried to restore it on itunes it said "iTunes could not connect to the ipod because it is locked with a passcode.You must enter your passcode on the ipod beore it can be used with iTunes."But i cant enter the passcode if i cant even get passesd the ipod boot logo.
PLEASE HELP MEPlace the iPod in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings -
I have an ipod touch that continues to have a black screen with the white apple on it. It won't shut off and is completely frozen. This happened when we tried to restore it last night. Help please!!
Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- If still not successful that indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
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