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Q: I just ran Apple TV update now the indicator light on it keeps flashing and nothing works

How do I turn off blinking light after Apple TV update

Posted on Dec 26, 2013 2:59 PM

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Q: I just ran Apple TV update now the indicator light on it keeps flashing and nothing works

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  • by Winston Churchill,

    Winston Churchill Winston Churchill Dec 26, 2013 3:10 PM in response to danrugg
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    Dec 26, 2013 3:10 PM in response to danrugg

    Welcome to the Apple Community danrugg.


    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.


    (You may already have a micro USB cable if you have a camera or other digital device)

  • by peterfromridgway,

    peterfromridgway peterfromridgway Feb 20, 2015 7:35 PM in response to Winston Churchill
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    Feb 20, 2015 7:35 PM in response to Winston Churchill

    I did a factory reinstall from iTunes but the flashing light continues and nothing now on screen. Any ideas?

  • by vazandrew,

    vazandrew vazandrew Feb 20, 2015 7:40 PM in response to peterfromridgway
    Level 6 (19,023 points)
    Apple TV
    Feb 20, 2015 7:40 PM in response to peterfromridgway

    Take it to Apple