error code 3
trying to restore and keep getting error code (3).
Why?
iPad Air, iOS 8.1.2
Sad news...
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These errors mean that your device or computer may have a hardware issue that's preventing the update or restore from completing.
- Check that your security software and settings aren't preventing your device from communicating with the Apple update server.
- Then try to restore your iOS device two more times while connected with a cable, computer, and network you know are good.
- Confirm that your security software and settings are allowing communication between your device and update servers.
- If you still see the error message when you update or restore, contact Apple support.
Resolve iOS update and restore errors - Apple Support