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iphone won't update - error code 4000

Can someone tell me why I can;t update my iphone XR? Tried several times and keep getting the error code 4000. I have tried to update with and without encryption. Same thing happens each time.

I appreciate the help.

iPhone XR

Posted on Aug 6, 2019 5:45 PM

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Posted on Aug 6, 2019 5:48 PM

If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod

Learn what to do if see an error code or alert when you use iTunes to update or restore your device.


Update iTunes

Get the latest version of iTunes for your computer.


Update your computer

Install updates for your Mac. If you have a PC, get updates from Microsoft.


Plug directly into your computer

Plug your iOS device directly into your computer's USB port (not into an attached keyboard or USB hub).


Restart

Turn off your computer and your device. Then turn them on again.


Check your computer’s security software

You might need to update, change, or uninstall software that could be interfering with your computer's connection with iTunes.



 

Try again

Update or restore your device again.


Get more help

If you tried these steps and saw the error again, follow the steps for your error code.


If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or ...

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201210

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Aug 6, 2019 5:48 PM in response to bobbie897

If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod

Learn what to do if see an error code or alert when you use iTunes to update or restore your device.


Update iTunes

Get the latest version of iTunes for your computer.


Update your computer

Install updates for your Mac. If you have a PC, get updates from Microsoft.


Plug directly into your computer

Plug your iOS device directly into your computer's USB port (not into an attached keyboard or USB hub).


Restart

Turn off your computer and your device. Then turn them on again.


Check your computer’s security software

You might need to update, change, or uninstall software that could be interfering with your computer's connection with iTunes.



 

Try again

Update or restore your device again.


Get more help

If you tried these steps and saw the error again, follow the steps for your error code.


If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or ...

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201210

iphone won't update - error code 4000

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