This version of the iPad software (4.2) is the current version.

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This version of the iPad software (4.2) is the current version.

*FIXED: Had to download the file and restore manually.*

Why does iTunes tell me 4.2 is the latest for my iPad? My iPod touch 4G and iPhone 3GS updated to 4.3.

I want my physical orientation lock back!

Unibody MacBook 2.4 GHz 4GB RAM 320GB HD, Mac OS X (10.6.6)

Posted on Mar 10, 2011 10:42 AM

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Answer 1

Mar 10, 2011 11:34 AM in response to PaulAvery

Where can you download IOS 4.3 that will install with Windows XP?

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Mar 10, 2011 11:36 AM in response to rotorcraft

Same link whether you have Mac OS X or Windows...after all, the file is the iOS for the device.

http://appldnld.apple.com/iPhone4/041-0329.20110311.Cvfre/iPad1,14.3_8F190Restore.ipsw

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Mar 12, 2011 6:07 PM in response to PaulAvery

You do not need to do a restore of your iPad in this case, it is still possible to do an upgrade instead. Download the update file and then go to iTunes, select your iPad from the DEVICES list on the right, and then while holding down the "option" key on your keyboard, click the "Check for Updates" button. You will then be prompted to locate and select the update file you downloaded.

Your iPad will then be updated to iOS 4.3 without having to re-sync apps, picture, music, etc.

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Mar 12, 2011 6:40 PM in response to Jason Weinstein2

That's exactly what I did. I didn't restore it to factory settings.

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Mar 12, 2011 7:08 PM in response to PaulAvery

Did you update itunes to the newest version?
That is the usual fix.

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PaulAvery Author

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Mar 13, 2011 5:51 AM in response to Johnathan Burger

Yes. I always run the latest version. I even made sure that I wasn't running any of my developer builds.

*Either way, problem was already solved a bit back. No more need to reply. Thanks.*

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Nelly787

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Sep 28, 2011 3:36 PM in response to PaulAvery

I've been trying to update my iPad 1 for a bout 2 weeks now. I have tried everything i can think of. Tried 3 different computer. Downloaded 4.3.5 ipsw form itunes fron redmondpie and none of them will work. Tried just updating and restoring from itunes and it say "not elegible for upgrade". i'm about to trow this **** thing out!!

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