Updating from iOS 6 to iOS 6.1 PROBLEM...

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Updating from iOS 6 to iOS 6.1 PROBLEM...

When updating iPod 5 to iOS 6.1, I get an error that my iPod is in 'Recovery Mode' and that I need to Restore it. Clicking on Restore downloads the iOS software again, and I start the whole process over again. Cannot get out of the recovery mode.

I have tried rebooting the iPod, and manually setting it to recovery - no change. Also tried restarting iTunes. No good. Running version 11.0.1.12, says its the latest version. USB cable plugged directly into PC.

Software download takes 11 minutes each time. There are no other options to click...

The iPod was working flawlessly before, and has only ever been synched to my PC. Not sure what I was hoping to get out of the latest OS - I am not buying movie tickets... Hopefully the rumors of poorer battery life in the iPhones are not true for the iPod.

iPod touch (5th generation)

Posted on Feb 12, 2013 9:18 PM

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lllaass

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Feb 13, 2013 5:55 AM in response to spridel

Maybe:

Restore loop (being prompted to restore again after a restore successfully completes)

Troubleshoot your USB connection. If the issue persists, out-of-date or incorrectly configured third-party security software may be causing this issue. Please follow Troubleshooting security software issues. .

Next try placing in DFU mode and then restoring.

How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings

Then try restoring on another computer.

Last, make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.

Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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spridel Author

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Feb 13, 2013 7:34 PM in response to lllaass

Thanks - it never occurred to me that I needed to plug into a USB slot on the back of my PC for the software update to take.

Mike

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