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Stingrey

Q: Error updating appletv

After trying to update my second generation appletv it never updated and only will display iTunes with USB plug. Is there a way to fix this problem?

Posted on Sep 24, 2013 3:39 PM

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  • by Winston Churchill,Solvedanswer

    Winston Churchill Winston Churchill Sep 24, 2013 3:48 PM in response to Stingrey
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    Sep 24, 2013 3:48 PM in response to Stingrey

    If your problem persists get yourself a micro USB cable (sold separately), you can restore your Apple TV from iTunes:

     

    1. Remove ALL cables from Apple TV. (if you don't you will not see Apple TV in the iTunes Source list)
    2. Connect the micro USB cable to the Apple TV and to your computer.
    3. Reconnect the power cable (only for Apple TV 3)
    4. Open iTunes.
    5. Select your Apple TV in the Devices list, and then click Restore.