error 3259 when tried to download iOS5

Hello all,

I had the same issue with attempting to update the iOS 5 software for the past week now and receiving the same failed update (with error message). The anti-virus program that I use is Kaspersky Pure. I googled and read all threads on how to fix this issue. Most people recommended doing a direct download, which I initiated, but that didn't work or uninstalling the anti-virus software, which I can't do because I don't have my installation cd. So, what I did was the following, I wasn't expecting for it to work but I guess anything would help at this point; however this technique worked perfectly and now I have the update 🙂! Keep in mind I have Windows Vista.

1. I went to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security

• A pop up window will display and you have to go to "Windows Firewall Properties"
• Under (all 3 ) Domain Profile, Private Profile, and Public Profile set the "Firewall State" to off. Hit Apply then exit.

2. Next I went to Kaspersky Pure and did the following:

• I opened the "Settings" for the antivirus program. I went to "Protection." This will open the "Network Ports" screen. I unchecked every port (I mean every single port). Under the same tab I also unchecked "Monitor all ports for specified applications."
• Still working under the "Protection" tab

  under each sub tab I unchecked everything that was checked

• Finally I restarted my computer with the Iphone connected

3. Voila! The update worked.

Hope this helps you guys.

Hello all,

I had the same issue with attempting to update the iOS 5 software for the past week now and receiving the same failed update (with error message). The anti-virus program that I use is Kaspersky Pure. I googled and read all threads on how to fix this issue. Most people recommended doing a direct download, which I initiated, but that didn't work or uninstalling the anti-virus software, which I can't do because I don't have my installation cd. So, what I did was the following, I wasn't expecting for it to work but I guess anything would help at this point; however this technique worked perfectly and now I have the update 🙂! Keep in mind I have Windows Vista.

1. I went to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security

• A pop up window will display and you have to go to "Windows Firewall Properties"
• Under (all 3 ) Domain Profile, Private Profile, and Public Profile set the "Firewall State" to off. Hit Apply then exit.

2. Next I went to Kaspersky Pure and did the following:

• I opened the "Settings" for the antivirus program. I went to "Protection." This will open the "Network Ports" screen. I unchecked every port (I mean every single port). Under the same tab I also unchecked "Monitor all ports for specified applications."
• Still working under the "Protection" tab

  under each sub tab I unchecked everything that was checked

• Finally I restarted my computer with the Iphone connected

3. Voila! The update worked.

Hope this helps you guys.

Try disable your antivirus.

we need solution

im having the same problem with the server error... i been trying to download this to itunes for the past 4 hours... it started off saying it would take 3 hours, wihin an hour and it being halfway completed it said sever has times out.... what the world is going on????? i have tried several times!!! ugh

Hi guys,

I have been getting the -3259 error too since launch.

I've tried everything, disable anti-virus, airplane mode etc.

The way I got this to work was to re-boot my router - I did not think of this before as it seemed my internet connection was ok as I was able to browse and download part of the file.

Try it, it worked for me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm just waiting until the Apple Servers are stable.......

Same thing happened to me

I tried for two days before finally getting it to work. The final solution for me was to disconnect from the wireless router and plug my network cable directly into my dsl modem.

There are other items I tried that I posted in my blog, that worked for others, but not for me.

http://medianewstech.com/my-experience-updating-ipad-3-2-2-to-ios-5/

im having the same issue andy. will definitely try ""tmac2200"" 's solution. and hopefully it works

thanx dude...it worked.. 🙂 🙂...appreciate ur effort.

Works now!! thnku guys

i have the same problem