Apple TV (model A1427 - 3rd Gen) won't connect to home sharing on PC iTunes

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Apple TV (model A1427 - 3rd Gen) won't connect to home sharing on PC iTunes

I have a 3rd Gen Apple TV box. All of a sudden it will not connect to home sharing so I can view downloaded movies & tv shows.

I am logged into the iTunes Store, it asks if I want to use the same ID & Password to log into home sharing.

It sends me a verification code but it NEVER accepts it.

I have an Android phone so I can't ask to resend the code (to append it to the password - which I read somewhere that might solve the issue).

Any insight would be GREATLY appreciated.

Apple TV HD, tvOS 13

Posted on Apr 29, 2024 11:50 PM

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vazandrew

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Apr 30, 2024 9:22 AM in response to jmr42

Older models aren't designed for 2 factor authentication so it requires adding the code onto the password, and there is a timeout period which is why it is recommended to enter the password and request a new code to then add onto the password.

Bear in mind that the 3rd gen is discontinued and is not able to be updated. Most providers have also stopped supporting the server based channels that populate that model. Getting a cheap used 4th gen may be something to look into.

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jmr42 Author

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Apr 30, 2024 3:16 PM in response to vazandrew

I NEED to get my 3rd gen working. I have a member of the household who has migraine issues and the sliding of the menus of the 4th gen (and other streaming devices) can spark an episode. The menu/list view of the 3rd gen to look at downloaded movies & tv shows is what I want to keep.

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vazandrew

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Apr 30, 2024 3:43 PM in response to jmr42

I do understand the predicament. The only problem is that you need to work around the 2 Factor authentication that is designed for the newer software.

You may need to look at a cheap iPhone or iPad. That way you can request the code and add to the end of the password in order to login.

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Apple TV (model A1427 - 3rd Gen) won't connect to home sharing on PC iTunes

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