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Ron Ellis Author

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96 points

Method to downgrade iPod software from 1.1 to 1.0.3

Based on problems with 3G iPod nano software v 1.1, the following is a way to get back to v 1.0.3 which will resolve these issues until Apple gets the bug fixed. The following link describes the issues:

http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1347183&tstart=0

To get back to 1.0.3, first go to your User Library > iTunes > iPod and remove the two files labeled as "iPod_26.1.1". I also removed any "previous iTunes Libraries" from my User Documents > Music folder. Then turn off your internet connection to prevent an automatic update to version 1.1. After opening iTunes and connecting the iPod, you can then "Restore", and it will ask if you want the previous version that you have in your library. After restore and sync, you're back in business!!

G5-Dual 2.5, Mac OS X (10.4.11), 4 gig RAM

Posted on Jan 19, 2008 1:50 PM

37 replies

Hoss1068

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Feb 5, 2008 4:19 PM in response to Ron Ellis

Ron

Sorry about taken so long to reply being under the weather since last Thursday, yes, I do have the 3rd gen and unless I'm looking under the wrong folder \application\applecomputer\ITunes, there are no other folder except for plug-ins

Am I looking in the wrong place

Ron Ellis Author

Level 1

96 points

Feb 6, 2008 9:46 AM in response to Hoss1068

Hoss1068-

Your description sounds like you're in an applications folder, rather than a *user data folder*.

Per "bdube", you should look under: C:\Documents and Settings\"User Name"\Application Data\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPod Software Updates.

I'm hopeful that a Windows expert will chime in here.

Feb 8, 2008 9:24 PM in response to Ron Ellis

To get to 1.0.3, the files iPod_26.1.0.3.ipsw and iPod_26.1.0.3.ipsw.signature are what you are looking for.

If you are having trouble browsing to the files, a search ought to dig them up. Try looking for " ipsw", making sure that 'search system folders' is checked in the advanced options section.

daxsax

Level 1

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Feb 28, 2008 11:43 AM in response to Ron Ellis

hey guyss!!
i have some problems regarding the volume of my ipod nano 3g..the problem grew after i installed software 1.1, so if anybody has the previous version of it,please send it to me, i am using windows XP pro...
please try to send me asap on daksh882003@yahoo.com
thanks guys

Seb235

Level 1

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Feb 28, 2008 12:46 PM in response to daxsax

Please can anybody sent the ipod nano 3g software 1.0.3 to me? (Mac Version)

seb235@gmail.com

thxs

Chris CA

Level 10

82,488 points

Feb 28, 2008 12:52 PM in response to Hoss1068

In order to see the *Application Data* folder, you may need to turn on Show hidden files and folders.
Start -> Control panel - Folder options.
Select the View tab.
Under Files and Folders - Hidden files, tick *Show hidden files and folders*.

Ron Ellis Author

Level 1

96 points

Mar 3, 2008 7:23 AM in response to Chris CA

Chris CA-

I'm certain the Windows users will appreciate your tip on hidden folders.

Fortunately for Mac users, the files are not hidden/invisible, and the update process does not delete previous versions. However, I recommend that the iPod software files be backed up, just in case future updates decide to remove the previous files.

Ron

Chris CA

Level 10

82,488 points

Mar 3, 2008 9:29 AM in response to Ron Ellis

I'm certain the Windows users will appreciate your tip on hidden folders

Correct. That is why I responded to Hoss1068, with his Toshiba 4600 with Windows XP Pro.

V.A.P.

Level 1

17 points

Mar 5, 2008 2:20 PM in response to Ron Ellis

I have just rec'd the replacement nano 3G for the one that died with the 1.1 problem. However when I went in and deleted the 1.1 file, I think I must have also dumped the 1.0.3, so I have 1.0.1. Plugging in the new ipod I got a message about not enough space, and I also saw that the software on the new one is listed as 1.1.
Is there something I have to do differently? Will the 1.0.1 work ok? What about that message re: space?
I need help before proceeding, PLEASE.
Thanks

Mar 7, 2008 5:57 AM in response to Seb235

Can anyone send me the 1.03 s/w please (for PC if it makes a difference rob.w@freenet.co.uk

thanks!!

Mar 8, 2008 3:13 AM in response to Rob Walford

S'ok now. Sorted. Thanks anyway.

news4U

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Mar 12, 2008 3:06 AM in response to Ron Ellis

Had the sync problem with my 3G 8GB nano, was annoyed, tried the downgrade to 1.0.3, all calendars and all contacts are back, problem solved, back in business. Now waiting how long Apple well need to fix this. Ron, thank you for info and help.

Ron Ellis Author

Level 1

96 points

Mar 16, 2008 8:00 AM in response to news4U

news4u- Glad the method worked for you.

It's been two months since v 1.1, and we're still waiting. I'm hopeful they will also fix the "other" category bloating with the next software update. Every time I add more photos to my iPhoto album and then sync, the "other" swells and squeezes out precious space on my 8 gig nano (as well as adding lots more size to the iPod Photo Cache folder in my iPhoto Library). I'm scanning and digitizing all my lifetime photo prints, so it won't be long before I'll have to painfully decide between music and photos on the nano.

Ron

news4U

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Mar 31, 2008 8:28 AM in response to Ron Ellis

bad news, Ron, the problem reappeared (still running 1.0.3). When I looked at my ipod calender yesterday, I could literally watch my records disappear while scrolling. When I retured to the calender main menu, all calenders were vanished. How long do we have to wait for a true update. Apple makes fun of Vista an downgrading to XP. Not so funny anymore when you you when look at their own bugs.

news4U

Ron Ellis Author

Level 1

96 points

Mar 31, 2008 12:32 PM in response to news4U

news4U- It's possible that a simple iPod reset (without full restore & sync) may fix the issue. Also try the usual repair permissions & restart on the computer. I'm still doing ok with v 1.0.3.

I also have an AppleTV, and they finally fixed many issues with software 2.0.1 on March 28 - problems which had been created by the 2.0 software for the movie rentals. (still some wireless connectivity issues however)

Let's hope the iPod fix is not too far behind.

Ron

Method to downgrade iPod software from 1.1 to 1.0.3