Hi There,
Is there a way to reset an AppleTV to factory settings without a remote?
I know Apple likes to think it doesn't need power or reset switches but this is an instance where I'm hoping there's a way to reset one without a reset hole.
Any pointers in the right direction would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Ben
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013), OS X Mavericks (10.9.1), Recent NVIDIA Cuda update
What is the issue with the device?
You can restore it through iTunes by connecting via micro usb to computer. But then you would need a remote to set it up again.
What is the issue with the device?
You can restore it through iTunes by connecting via micro usb to computer. But then you would need a remote to set it up again.
No worries, I can setup using a phone via bluetooth - thanks heaps for your help!
Cheers
No problem. Note: you would still need a remote to setup the IOS remote app after setup
You are right - how frustrating!
I'm on holiday but didn't bring the remote (was just planinig on using my phone). Somehow the AppleTV was able to activate via my iPhone but I can't remotely enter any network details.
I can connect the AppleTV via ethernet (thunderbolt ethernet sharing to USB ethernet, it barely reaches - don't ask!) and control it via my phone but when it's connected via ethernet, you can't setup wifi - I'm caught in an infinite loop of frustration.
Is there any way to setup an AppleTV without a remote?
Hmm, looking at this Apple Tech Note: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5900?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US
It states at the bottom: "This feature configures only your Wi-Fi network, iTunes Store account, and region/language settings"
I might try to reset again and see if I see the Wifi setup - I must of missed that somehow?
The full statement reads
This feature configures only your Wi-Fi network, iTunes Store account, and region/language settings. It cannot:
So ultimately you will still need a physical remote to set up the IOS remote app
Some times people want to restore iPhone to factory settings out of various reasons. It's very easy:
Tutorial 1: Reset to Factory Settings from iPhone Directly
Setting - General - Reset
Tutorial 2: Reset to Factory Settings from iTunes
Launch iTunes and connect iPhone with the computer, and then choose "Restore iPhone"
If you restore iPhone to factory settings, all data will be wiped.I think some people want to recover useful data. iPhone Data Recovery can help you. And it's very easy to operate. That's why I recommend to my friends.
Step 1. Install iPhone Data Recovery on the computer and connect iPhone with a cable
Step 2. Choose "Recover from iOS Device", "Recover Deleted contacts from iTunes" or "Restore Contacts from iCloud"
Step 3. Start to scan iPhone
Step 4. Preview and recover data on iPhone
You are responding to a thread from 6 months ago, and it has nothing to do with an iPhone. If you will note, this is about restoring an Apple TV.
You can try this app, a surprise! http://www.freeiphonedatarecovery.com/
That has nothing to do with Apple TV, and you can restore through iTunes, As noted above, you will still need a remote once restored.
Can you reset an AppleTV3 to factory settings without a remote?
