Ipod touch 2nd generation - how do I update version? I'm on 2.2 (5G77a).

I just purchased a 2nd generation ipod for my husband. Looking to update the version to download some games Haven't attempted music yet.. This is on version 2.2 (5G77a). Really need step by step help on this. Thanks so much!

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Posted on Aug 20, 2013 7:15 PM

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Aug 21, 2013 5:37 AM in response to caroleb117

To update

The Settings>General>Software Update comes with iOS 5 and later.

Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes as far as your iPod model allows

iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

A 1G iPod can go to iOS 2.2 via iTunes and iOS 3.1.3 via

Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation)

https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage

A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. If a Mac it requires OSX 10.5.8 or later.

Identifying iPod models

If your iPod does not have volume buttons on the upper left edge it is a 1G

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