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Q: apple tv status light flashes

apple tv status light flashing. Says usb cable needs attached to computer, but dont have one in apple tv

Posted on Mar 3, 2013 11:52 PM

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Q: apple tv status light flashes

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  • by Winston Churchill,

    Winston Churchill Winston Churchill Mar 4, 2013 4:20 AM in response to electric33
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    Mar 4, 2013 4:20 AM in response to electric33

    Welcome to the Apple Community.

     

    If your problem persists get yourself a micro USB cable (sold separately), you can restore your Apple TV from iTunes:

     

    1. Remove ALL cables from Apple TV. (if you don't you will not see Apple TV in the iTunes Source list)
    2. Connect the micro USB cable to the Apple TV and to your computer.
    3. Reconnect the power cable (only for Apple TV 3)
    4. Open iTunes.
    5. Select your Apple TV in the Devices list, and then click Restore.