Q: updating help for old ipod touch

I have an old ipod touch v 2.2.1. that i tried to update in itunes on a mac book and it downloaded the newest version to the computer but when i go to install on the ipod touch it gives me an unable to restore message about 10 seconds into the update i tried things that were mentioned in the help as far as cycling power and that but am at a loss now. i know its an older device but it still works great but would like to update it

iPod touch, iOS 2.x

Posted on Jan 27, 2015 8:58 PM

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lllaass Jan 28, 2015 2:31 AM in response to Tmack562
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Jan 28, 2015 2:31 AM in response to Tmack562

What is the exact wording of the error message?
I suspect you have a 1G (original) iPod touch. Those can only go to 3.1.3 by:
Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation)
https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage
The 1G is the only one without an internal speaker and no volume buttons on upper left edge.
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Tmack562 Jan 29, 2015 6:54 PM in response to lllaass
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Jan 29, 2015 6:54 PM in response to lllaass

Thank you for ur fast response the iPod touch that I have does have a speaker built in and volume buttons on the upper left side. Been messing with it but still can't get it to upgrade and advice or guidance is appreciated
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lllaass Jan 30, 2015 1:42 AM in response to Tmack562
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Jan 30, 2015 1:42 AM in response to Tmack562

Again "What is the exact wording of the error message?"?
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