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Iphone 3GS Error 1611

Hello, i'm having problems with my Iphone 3gs with the newest update till 01/04/11.
First my phone started to turn off randomly and change date, i thought it won't be a problem and my broken screen might cause that o_O but couple days ago it turned off and i can't turn it on. I try using my Speaker Dock charger but it shows Apple Logo then tells me to connect to Itunes so it is in the recovery mode, right?
I try using PC it will show it is in Recovery mode and that i need to restore it, it says prepare iPhone for restore and my phone turns off. Then a message comes " You could not reproduce the iPhone. An unknown error occurred (1611) "
I tried youtube videos and i tried google but i can't do anything because it goes off when it's about to restore. My friend told me it might be battery or something with the firmware. Sorry for my bad English and i hope you guys will help me.
Thank you.

iOS 4, Iphone 3gs

Posted on Apr 5, 2011 3:29 PM

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Posted on Apr 5, 2011 3:39 PM

Error 1611 is a hardware failure. You will not be able to restore your phone with a hardware failure. To confirm, try restoring on a different computer. If you get the same error code, this would tend to confirm a hardware failure. If under warranty, make an appointment at an Apple store. If out of warranty, Apple has an out of warranty replacement program, cost in the US is $199, or you can Google a third-party repair facility in your area.
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Apr 5, 2011 3:39 PM in response to Kociol

Error 1611 is a hardware failure. You will not be able to restore your phone with a hardware failure. To confirm, try restoring on a different computer. If you get the same error code, this would tend to confirm a hardware failure. If under warranty, make an appointment at an Apple store. If out of warranty, Apple has an out of warranty replacement program, cost in the US is $199, or you can Google a third-party repair facility in your area.
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Apr 5, 2011 3:49 PM in response to wjosten

Thanks for a quick reply.
So it means i can't fix it? It has to be done by Apple i live in UK and the nearest Apple Store from my house is in London which is about 30 miles away.
At the momemt i'm on contract with o2 and i haven't got my insurance anymore, i'll call them and end up the contract and might getting myself Iphone 4 or wait for Iphone 5. Btw. any ideas what should i do with the phone now?
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Apr 5, 2011 3:54 PM in response to Kociol

So it means i can't fix it?


If your phone has suffered a hardware failure, unless you have experience fixing micro electronics, I would not suggest you attempt. There is no software fix for a hardware failure.

Btw. any ideas what should i do with the phone now?


Swap it for an out of warranty replacement, if out of warranty, or sell it on eBay. Fully disclose the error...there is a market for phones like this(their parts).
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