Restoring iPad devices (Mini, Air or Touch) involves the complete destruction of all data, applications and configurations stored on the device. For iOS, this is the equivalent of formatting and reinstalling the operating system on the computer, and this must be considered before flashing the iPad. Therefore, the first recommendation of experts is to first perform a full backup of the device. Thus, in case of failure, you can always restore the data and configuration that were before the Recovery process.
Jailbreak process management
Jailbreak (JB), which means "hacking" in translation, is a long and complicated process, since it involves breaking the original factory configuration and removing the restrictions imposed by Apple, they must be considered before flashing the iPad. This should not scare advanced users as long as they follow the instructions exactly and the iPad is not subjected to physicaldanger.
After the process is completed, the owner will have full control over the device, Jailbreak will allow full control of the functions, similar to how it happens in Windows. You can explore files, modify them, install any applications or programs, transfer music, videos, movies, photos and any other files from tablet to PC and vice versa. iTunes on a PC or laptop is a free download from the Apple website and must be completed before flashing the iPad.
Download the application on the PC and make sure it is the latest version. You can use PwnageTool to check the most convenient version and understand that the downloaded version of Redsn0w in online mode allows you to jailbreak on the desired model. This means that the software will be placed permanently even if the tablet is turned off.
Requirements and files for Jailbreak
Many users are wondering if it is possible to reflash an iPad when the model is unknown and there is no access to its inside due to a lock. In this case, the best alternative is to read the plate number on the back of the case. Sometimes you can find out this information by visiting special sites on the Internet to determine the technical data of the model, which is recommended before you reflash the iPad. The service will automatically detect and display the device model and installed firmware.
If the tablet opens, first check all the technical characteristics of the device: Settings -> General ->Information. For the correct setting, write down the following:
- Installed firmware version (operating system).
- Serial number. Contains the manufacturing date, for example, 861825GFJY7H indicates that the tablet was manufactured in the 25th week of 2018.
In order to make a backup, first synchronize the device with iTunes. This will help keep personal files such as contacts, messages, calendars, and installed apps safe as music, photos, and videos are not saved on the newly created copy.
Before flashing iPad-2, use a USB cable that must be in working order.
Step by step guide:
- In the same folder or directory where Redsn0w is located, place the installation file of the firmware version, for example: iPhone3, 1_4.3_8F190_Restore.ipsw.
- Execute Redsn0w, click the "Open Browse" button and select the IPSW file. If everything is done correctly, you will receive a message: "IPSW identified successfully".
- Follow the instructions given before flashing the iPad mini and select "Install".
- When a user requests to connect a phone in DFU mode, they will have to do it manually.
System recovery modes
When installing iOS on an iPad, the user will enter one of the following modes:
- Normal mode - this is the case when the device remains manageable, everything works. Reinstalling iOS is caused by a software crash, sync issues, or some apps closing unexpectedly or not working after being turned on. In this mode, you can make a backup copy of your device, which must be done before flashing the iPad at home.
- Recovery mode - in this case, iOS is not ready to be used on the phone. iTunes will appear on the screen and a picture of a cable prompting you to connect it to your PC and install the software. iMazing can also work with the device in this mode. If the iPad is in recovery mode, use iMazing to exit the mode and make a backup. To do this, click the "Exit Recovery Mode" button on the iMazing "Reinstall iOS" screen. If it fails to exit the process, try reinstalling iOS, iMazing will save all data.
- DFU mode, or device firmware update mode, is the last hope if all others fail.
Tablet installation sequence
iMazing offers two types of installation. You can either download the latest iOS for your device from Apple servers and install it on your iPad, or install from an image file or.ipsw.
Install in recovery mode:
- Before flashing the iPad, if it is locked, install from the Apple server. iMazing will check Apple's servers and automatically download the latest device software.
- Click Install iOS to continue.
- Install the fileimage only if the user is sure that the computer has the latest version of the tablet OS.
- After choosing to install from an image, iMazing will display a dialog asking you to find this file.
- Make sure the correct package is selected for the model, otherwise installation will fail.
- Click "Select" then "Reinstall iOS" to continue, iMazing will use the selected method to install the software.
- If an.ipsw file is selected, installation will take a few minutes. However, if you choose to download from Apple's iMazing server, it will take a long time and will depend on your internet bandwidth.
- Before flashing an iPad if it is locked, consider that the size of the iOS installation package is between 2 and 3 GB, so if the bandwidth on the PC is limited, iMazing will take some time to download.
Reinstall iPad from iMazing
Sometimes the phone owner finds a black screen and can't do anything with the device, sometimes the iPad gets stuck rebooting over and over again. These are signs that the iOS software needs to be reinstalled. This operation can be performed before flashing the iPad through iTunes, in which all device data will be lost. Unfortunately, there are situations when the tablet is in such a state that it is no longer possible to create a backup copy of it.
With iMazing, you can reinstall an iOS iPad that doesn't work while keeping your data.
Algorithm for reinstalling iOS on iPad:
- Download and install iMazing.
- Before flashing the iPad via PC, launch the application and connect the device to the computer.
- Wait for the device to appear on the iMazing Reinstall iOS screen and click Reinstall iOS.
- If the "Reinstall iOS" screen does not appear, select the device on the left sidebar and click "Reinstall iOS" in iMazing. If steps 2 and 3 don't work, log into the device in DFU (firmware update mode) and use iMazing to reinstall iOS.
- When completed, the software will display a screen asking you to unlock your iPad. Enter the access code for it.
- iMazing will ask you to trust this computer on your phone.
- Click "Trust" in the dialog that is displayed on iOS so that the software can continue working.
DFU Mode for PC Boot
This tablet recovery mode is selected when using Mac or Windows computers. Step-by-step procedure on how to reflash iPad-2 via PC:
- Start up iMazing and connect the machine to Mac or PC.
- After connecting, wait for the device to appear in iMazing and click the "Reinstall IOS in recovery mode" button.
- Before reinstalling iOS, make sure you have the latest system backup created with iMazing, iTunes, or iCloud. If you do not check the "Erase device before installation" option, iMazing will try to save the data, but this step does not give any guaranteeshe alth.
- To exit, press the Exit Recovery Mode button.
- Then back up with iMazing.
- If the reinstall iOS iMazing screen does not appear, select a device from the sidebar, then click Reinstall iOS. The feature is in the column to the left of the phone details panel. You may have to scroll down in this column to see this feature.
Mode input
Usually, this special login is not required for users, since the rather closed operating system is protected from configuration errors caused by applications or ignorance of users. However, no operating system is 100% reliable, and for one reason or another, it is possible that it will fail and the owner will not be able to turn on the tablet. To do this, resort to recovery mode, for example, to reflash the iPad model mc959ll a.
The main cases in which you have to resort to this method are:
- When iTunes does not recognize the device.
- If the Apple logo does not appear for a long time and does not start.
- In case of bootloop failures.
- When the "Connect to iTunes" window appears.
- When you need to completely reboot your phone, for example, to restore a copy of the previous one in a new model.
Common way to enter this recovery option on iPad:
- The smartphone is connected via cable to the PC and iTunes is launched.
- Force reboot by pressing the "Start" and"Power on", and after restarting the phone, continue to press them even after the Apple sign appears. After a couple of seconds, "recovery mode" will appear.
- iTunes is prepared in such a way that if an error is detected in the device or in this mode, it will automatically ask us what to do.
Firmware update via iTunes
The update method in iPad is via iTunes, the procedure is commonly referred to as flashing for mobile devices. The process is quite simple because it is done from within iTunes. This type is the safest. There are no serious risks during the process, the only common problem is "error 3194", a consequence of installing a firmware older than the original one.
As a precaution, it is recommended to use new USB cables that are not damaged and update the firmware to the latest version.
Process execution algorithm:
- Download and install the latest version of iTunes.
- Connect iPad to PC.
- Select "Restore or Update" and the process will be completed automatically.
- Install firmware other than the one installed on the iPad - equal to or later.
- Download the software, save it to the PC, and before doing the last step, press the Shift key on the keyboard and find the downloaded firmware.
- A very common problem is that the iPad owner forgets the lock code. To fix this, you can restore the firmware.
User reviews
Users who have successfully flashed an iPad using the software share their feedback online.
Here are some of them:
- You can scan data to recover iPad without iTunes before flashing iPad if it won't turn on.
- After all the information has been synchronized and classified, you can view all documents. If there is a specific file and a search engine that can be used to navigate and search. Be sure to keep the connection to the computer with the USB cable to successfully restore iPad without iTunes.
- You can selectively restore iPad without iCloud backup. When the scanner is ready, the software will show a preview of the various categories, which includes photos and videos, messages, and call logs. Select the desired files and then click the "Restore to Computer" button. At this stage, the phone will be restored without iTunes, and all valuable information will be stored on the iPad.
- You can connect your device to your computer with a USB cable thanks to the wonderful Dr. Fone, which allows you to restore iPad without iTunes. The process takes place in a completely secure background that protects valuable information while doing the main work. The software is free, the paid version provides access to much more than just restoring the device.
- You can easilyMake sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed. Put iPad into "Recovery Mode", connect USB to PC, then turn off iPad by holding down Home button until iTunes detects it.
Recommendations for troubleshooting
In some cases, when trying to update the iPad to the latest version or simply restore it to factory settings, users find errors in iTunes that prevent the process from completing. In most of these cases, these errors are due to the fact that the latest version of the required software is not used or there is no connection to the server.
You can use the tips from experienced users to fix the most common iTunes update and restore errors:
- Updating iTunes to the latest version is important when troubleshooting update and restore errors.
- Update your operating system and install all available Mac updates from the Mac App Store. If you are using Windows, you can do this from the Microsoft website.
- Check your computer's security software, sometimes it blocks iTunes from updating or restoring. In other cases, the same hardware directly blocks the device and cannot recognize it. These failures tend to be more common on Windows, very rarely on a Mac which correctly configures the software and removes proxies as needed.
- Disconnect all USBs that are not needed. Sometimes other USB connected peripherals may interfere with the update process orrestore iTunes.
In most cases, following these steps is enough to successfully complete the iTunes process.
