The world famous multimedia player Ipod is constantly being improved by Apple programmers. Almost every year new firmwares for this player are released, which increase the functionality and also add new features to this player. But for each user, a certain firmware version looks different: one likes the new features, while the other may not like these features. Apple's update system allows you not only to update the firmware version, but also to make a return to the previous one.
Necessary
ITunes software, iPod player
Instructions
Step 1
When updating the firmware, you may encounter the appearance of new functions that may not suit you; to roll back the new firmware, you need to download the iTunes program, preferably the version with which the firmware was produced for the first time. Uninstall the old version of this program, and after rebooting, install the recently downloaded version.
Step 2
If an error appears indicating a violation of the integrity of the iTunes Library.itl file, open the folder C: / Documents and Settings / User / My Documents / My Music / iTunes (for Windows XP) or C: / Users / User / Music / iTunes (for Windows Vista) in File Explorer. Then rename it to iTunes Library_old.itl file
Step 3
Download the old firmware version or find it on your hard drive. Start your iPod in DFU mode. Connect it to your computer, then launch iTunes. Hold down 2 keys (Home key and Power off key) until the device is completely turned off. One second after turning off the player, release the button to turn off the player, and keep the Home button pressed.
Step 4
After a while, iTunes will detect your player, but the player screen will not light up. Now you can release the Home button. This operation is required, otherwise the player will simply turn on. In the program, select the "Recovery" mode. Hold down the Shift key, then specify the location of the firmware. After performing a firmware restore, all data from the player's media will be erased.
