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Q: iPhone 4 isn't turning on - getting 'error 2001'
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Apr 22, 2016 4:35 PMby razmee209,Check your USB connections
If you see error 4005, 4013, or 4014, learn what to do. If you see one of the errors below, you might have a USB connection issue:
- 13, 14, 1600, 1601, 1602, 1603, 1604, 1611, 1643-1650
- 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2009
- An error message that includes, "invalid response"
Use these steps to see if the issue is with your USB cable, USB port, or computer. Try again after each step:
- Use the USB cable that came with your device. If you don't have it, try a different Apple USB cable.
- Switch to a different USB port on your computer. Don't plug into your keyboard.
- Plug into a different computer.
- If you still see the error, you can check for other USB issues, issues with third-party security software, and issues with hardware.
Check for hardware issues
If you see error 53, learn what to do
. If you see one of the errors below, you might have a hardware issue:
- 1, 3, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16
- 20, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 56
- 1002, 1004, 1011, 1012, 1014, 1667 1669
Here's what to check:
- Make sure that you have the latest version of iTunes.
- Check for issues with third-party security software.
- Make sure that your USB cable, computer, and network are reliable. Then try twice more to restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.
- If you still see the error message, you can check for outdated or modified software or contact Apple support.
