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I forgot my four digit lock code on my iPhone. What should I do?

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You need to connect it to a computer and follow these steps to restore the device. This is the only way you can unlock it.

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I restored my iPod many times and it is still locked. What now?

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You didn't restore it if your passcode is still apparent. Read and follow the instructions in this article one more time.

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How can I restore my iPod if it is disabled?

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If it's an iPad Touch, boot it into recovery mode using the tutorial above. Use a different tutorial if it's a different iPod, then recover it using iTunes.

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How can I do an iPod restore when I'm not getting a message on iTunes?

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Try unplugging the iPod, then plugging it back in, and then try to find the restore button when the box comes up.

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How do I restore things from iCloud?

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On your iOS device, go to Settings > General > Software Update. Make sure you have a recent backup to restore from. Go to Settings > General > Reset, then tap “Erase all content and settings.” From the apps Apps & Data screen, tap Restore from iCloud Backup, then sign into iCloud.

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I do not have the option to either restore or update my iPod Touch; rather, it has only one button to restore and update in my version of iTunes. Is there any way to get around this?

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That is the same thing as restoring it, so you should go ahead and do it.

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How do I restore my iPod without losing the contents?

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You technically cannot do this, but you can try updating it, which installs a new OS and does its best to not harm any data.

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Is there any difference between restore and hard reset on iPhone?

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Yes. A restore restores factory settings, which includes erasing all the data. A hard reset forces your iPhone to restart if it is unresponsive.

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What do I do if my home button is broken on my iPod?

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You can fix it by turning on the accessibility function to have a virtual home button.

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What do I do if my iPod classic won't appear on iTunes, even though I have followed the instructions?

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This is most likely because it isn't recent or it doesn't run a version of Macintosh OS or iPhone OS. If it is an iPod touch 1, you press the sleep/wake button 1 time and let go, then unplug it and do the process again.

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What does it mean when I get a message that my iPad isn't eligible for the requested build?

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Your iPad is too old. For some software updates, they have certain hardware requirements (for example, thumbprint home button).

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My iPod does not show on my iTunes. What should I do?

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Check if the cable is working. If necessary, reinstall iTunes and install the required drivers.

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I do not have a Mac, and my device is stuck in the recovery mode screen. What do I do?

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If your device is stuck in recovery mode and you do not have a Mac, borrow one from a friend. If you can’t do this, contact Apple support. For devices that have hardware service discontinued, your device will need to be replaced.

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