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Q: I used to be ME, then a few days ago I upgraded to OSX Lion, and now my Apple TV wants me to do something to it, like "Reset or Restore"

I just upgraded to Lion, now Apple TV wants me to restore or reset.  Which way do I go any why

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Apple TV, Mac OS X (10.7)

Posted on Apr 26, 2012 6:17 AM

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  • by Alley_Cat,Helpful

    Alley_Cat Alley_Cat Apr 26, 2012 8:40 AM in response to Aquatenctr
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    Apr 26, 2012 8:40 AM in response to Aquatenctr

    Just upgrading to Lion should not have affected AppleTV unless you did a fresh install on a wiped or new drive.

     

    Ensure HomeSharing enabled in iTunes.

     

    If Appletv suggests a reset go to settings and look for reset there.

     

    If you see an icon with an iTunes connection it needs a factory restore using a USB to microUSB lead to connect to a computer with iTunes.  No power lead needed.

     

    Always worth un powering AppleTV and restarting if it plays up before doing anything else.

  • by Alley_Cat,Helpful

    Alley_Cat Alley_Cat Apr 26, 2012 8:40 AM in response to Aquatenctr
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    Apr 26, 2012 8:40 AM in response to Aquatenctr

    Just to check - is it a black AppleTV?