Apple Event: May 7th at 7 am PT
I would like to do scheduled backups of my iPad 2. Being a Windows gal, I need advice! What type of backup unit do I need? I have 2 external hard drives but assume I need new cord to hook up to the iPad? What apps do you suggest I use if I want to backup my apps and OS? This is just in case of a crash.
Thank you
My cord is not like that. One end plugs into a wall outlet, Other end (it isn't in front of me so this is from memory) has 2 sprockets to connect to the charging cord. Neither end is USB-capable.
Unless you are using a third party accessory for charging, the end of the cable that attaches to the charging block (the end that plugs into the wall socket) detaches. That is the USB plug.
Thank you. Mine is the original that came with the unit. I'll check it later tonight.
I have the cord in front of me. This came with the iPad 2 direct from Apple. The plug end is solid; nothing can pull apart. The other end is square wth a piece sticking out that has 2 long round connectors. It, too, is a solid piece with nothing to come part.
So ... where can I find the correct cord with the USB end ... OR ... where can I buy a flash drive for the iPad 2 to backup to?
Where are you? What country?
USA (sorry, have been hospitalized since Thursdsy and just got back)
The cord for charging for the iPad should have two parts, assuming it standard apple issue. The block, which actually plugs into the wall, and the cord which plugs into the iPad and into the block. The end that connects to the block is actually a USB connector and will plug into your computer for synching.
Well, that isn't the cord Apple sent me with my iPad. Can you please point me to sites where I can buy this cord?
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC359LL/A?fnode=MTc0MjU4NjA
Also check oth retailers that sell iPads such Best Buy, Target, Walmart, etc. pretty much any of them will sell it.
That looks just like my cord BUT neither ends comes off. The square with 2 connectors says Volex AFC7H; the wall plug end says 01 62-0168 Designed by Apple in California.
I tried to pull off eiher end to expose a USB connector to no avail.
Does anyone have a link? I searched and found some cords but want to be sure I buy the right one. I'll list 3 examples that seem similar but vary in price from $3.99 to $22.75. Do I want the charger type, sync type or another not listed?
Thank you
USB Data/Charging Cable for iPad / iPad 2
Apple iPad 10W USB Wall Charger Power Adapter + 2 NEWBO USB Cable SYNC (Black and White)
Extra Long USB Sync Cable Cord Charger for Apple iPhone, iPad 2, iPod Touch, Nano (Black, 2 pcs, 6ft)
I bought the last I listed. 2 cords arrived and I'll attempt to hook one up tonight to be sure it fits right. Then I'll be back to ask why I need them. Seriously, memory issues and am not sure from reading if it is fior iCloud or iTunes.
Ok, I went to a couple of the links provided -- thanks, again -- and if I read right and understood it ... using iTunes to backup I can backup everything and not certain things like using iCloud. I hook up the USB cord (still didn't try to connect) to th iPad and my netbook (or another hard drive), go to iTunes, and back it all up. I hope the backup setting isn't hidden 🙂
Now, I'm wondering ...
how long this backup might take
will I have OS issues backing up to my Windows netbook
do I need to install/modify anything on external hard drive
am I better off putting backups on Win netbook or external HDD (I'm thinking external due to size of HDD)
or
is there any Flash drive that will hold my iPad backups? In my mind I picture the Flash drive going into a USB port, and the USB cord doing the same, so I'd need ... an adapter? Cord goes into adapter, adaper goes into Flash drive...
No, you will not be able to store the backups to a flash drive. And actually no need to. iTunes will store is for you on the computer, convenient since only iTunes can use it.
Ok, thanks. So I'll use iTunes but that brings up my other questions. Tonight I'll try the USB cords in my iPad 2. Last night I forgot so tonight the cords are in a baggie right on my table. I can't miss seeing them!
iPad 2 Backup Question
