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iPad 1 can't connect to iPad server for update or restore, even after I changed Dns server.

Hi, can someone help me solve this problem, I tried all the tricks from the forums but nothing work. I can't restore or erase content and setting anymore. I tried these at home and at work but nothing work, thanks.

iPad, iOS 5.0.1

Posted on Apr 7, 2012 8:06 PM

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Apr 7, 2012 8:37 PM in response to Phuoc Tho

Try restoring the iPad with this method.

Placing an iPhone into Device Firmware Upgrade (DFU) mode


DFU mode is not the same as restore mode. DFU mode bypasses the current OS installed. If you are getting errors trying to restore in iTunes, DFU mode is very likely for you.


1. Open iTunes and connect the iPhone to your Mac/PC.

2. Press and hold the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button at the same time.

3. After exactly 10 seconds release the Sleep/Wake button. Continue holding the home button until you iTunes pops up a message telling you that it has detected an iPhone in recovery mode.

4. Click OK and Restore your phone.

Apr 8, 2012 11:53 AM in response to Phuoc Tho

You can try this round about method. First, download the iOS 5.1 upgrade directly from the Apple servers;

http://appldnld.apple.com/iOS5/041-1536.20120307.XvCtw/iPad1,1_5.1_9B176_Restore .ipsw


Then, use these instructions to apply the upgrade to your iPad;


iOS upgrade direct download

After you have downloaded the update, attach your iPad to your computer, open iTunes and select your iPad in the devices list. Press & hold the Option key on a Mac or the Shift key on a Windows PC and click the Check for Update button. Browse to where you downloaded the update and Choose it. iTunes will handle the rest.

iPad 1 can't connect to iPad server for update or restore, even after I changed Dns server.

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