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ipad software update stuck

I am updating the software on my ipad through itunes and it seems to be stuck. Is there anything I can do that won't require me to restore the ipad (losing everything as I don't have a backup)?

iPad, iPadOS 13

Posted on Nov 7, 2020 3:29 PM

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Posted on Nov 7, 2020 4:13 PM

Alpha_Bet_Soup:

"ipad software update stuck I am updating the software on my ipad through itunes and it seems to be stuck. Is there anything I can do that won't require me to restore the ipad (losing everything as I don't have a backup)?"

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Update through Your Computer:


How to do so....


Two Major Steps: - Backup, Restart, then Update


1. Backup

First: Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer


2. Then, Update Using these Links:

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Nov 7, 2020 4:13 PM in response to Alpha_Bet_Soup

Alpha_Bet_Soup:

"ipad software update stuck I am updating the software on my ipad through itunes and it seems to be stuck. Is there anything I can do that won't require me to restore the ipad (losing everything as I don't have a backup)?"

-------


Update through Your Computer:


How to do so....


Two Major Steps: - Backup, Restart, then Update


1. Backup

First: Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer


2. Then, Update Using these Links:

ipad software update stuck

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