After downloading the desired firmware below, you can shiftclick pc or optionclick mac the restore or update buttons in itunes. A simple tutorial from my website, about loading firmware to ipod 55. Enterprising souls have created thirdparty addin boards which make. How to enable ipod diagnostic mode and troubleshoot your ipod. Apple ipod classic sixth generation 160gb a1238 mp3 chargers from batteries plus bulbs. So i had to download itunes 8 but now my ipod wont sync with it because the ipod firmware got upgraded and cant sync with itunes 8. Get a new battery charger to keep your ipod fully powered. This brief howto will guide you through the process of disassembling, cleaning and reassembling a sixthgeneration ipod class a1238 quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair or restoration. I am working on an ipod purchased new in 2009 that was dropped. First, the basics no one would argue that apple doesnt know how to package a product frankly, they give the consumer the best outofthebox. It can store photos, and play extremely limited, classic ipod games.
After downloading the desired firmware below, you can shiftclick pc or option click mac the restore or update buttons in itunes. Here we have a apple ipod classic 160gb, this ipod is boxed with a charger, there are some light scratches on the front but the back is really scratched. If your ipod classic has one of, but not limited to the following symptoms, you may need to have the hard drive replaced. Send your ipod classic in to get your malfunctioning 160gb hard drive replaced. Just to be clear, what im asking is has anyone flashed a 6g. A1238 includes battery, official tools and instructions click image to view model details. How to update ipod and itunes software for dummies youtube. It also has a small screen and doesnt run ios so cant run apps or games from the app store. Buy tuneband for ipod classic model a1238, 80gb 120gb160gb, black, grantwood technologys armband and silicone skin. Breathe new life into your classic old ipod with these top tips. I have the 3g classic 160gb and it is on firmware 2.
The wikipedia article for the classic mentions only 2. Comes as new with its original box, headphones unwrapped but never used, manuals and usb dockcharging cable. I have an 80gb 6th gen im looking to upgrade, and am wondering if i can actually get that board and go to. Pdf manual as introduced on september 9, 2008, the apple ipod classic late 20087th generation was equipped with a 120 gb 4200 rpm ata66. But if you want to use manual test mode, then scroll down for a detailed explanation of each test. When you sync your music, movies, and more with the finder, the content on your ipod touch will match whats on your computer.
The ipod classic is a hard drivebased ipod featuring a large, widescreen colour display, a click wheel, and the capability of displaying photos and videos. Promote cracked software, or other illegal content offensive. Is there a support screen where i can get the later software version. A1238 ipod 160gb firmware full guides for download and. Even with the recent release of itunes 10, speed and performance hasnt been addressed. All you need to do is select which updates to install. Apple ipod classic 6th generation vs 7th generation. Pdf manual the original apple ipod classic sixth generation uses an 80 gb or 160 gb 4200 rpm ata66 hard drive capable of supporting up to. Its available in quintessential silver or striking black. View full apple ipod classic 6th generation specs on cnet. You can update ios devices like the iphone or ipad wirelessly over the internet. The new ipod classic comes with 160gb of storage in the same compact size, making it the takeeverythingeverywhere ipod. How to revive your old ipod classic with an ssd alphr. How to update your ipods operating system with itunes lifewire.
Rockbox should start and enter usb mode, wait for the ipod to appear on your computer. Tuneband for ipod classic model a1238, 80gb120gb160gb. With 160gb, you can carry your entire media library with you everywhere. Apple ipod classic original6th gen 80 gb, 160 gb specs. How to disassemble a thirdgeneration ipod classic a1238. Im having a problem with the iflash in a 6th gen 80gb, model mb147. This has the same model number as the ipod classic line. I would like to inform you that i tunes acts as synchronization software for apple products, hence you have to install itunes to connect your apple devices and upload content on windows 8. Meet a musical genius say youre listening to a song you really like and want to hear other tracks that go great with it.
The last three characters of the serial number will be one of these. The ipod classic can hold 40,000 songs or 200 hours of video and has 36 hours of battery life. Remember this is a development version so leave a comment. I want to know whether or not it is possible to flash the ios with 2. The update adds support for apples upcoming inear headphones and earphones with remote and mac and repairs other bugs, including an issue saving genius playlists as well as. A file dialog will open and let you choose the downloaded ipsw file. Once your ipod is in diagnostic mode, then you can either select manual test menu button or auto test back button. You should always keep your ipod up to date to make sure you have the newest features and bug fixes. The unit in question is a model a1238 from the back cover model mb562 from the about screen the ipod has a 8202347a motherboard like the 160gb last machines made. A1238 its been erased and reset and running latest software version 1. When you think of itunes, you might think of clunky, slow, and bloated software that isnt always the easiest to use. And you get up to 36 hours of battery life, so you can keep on rocking for a long, long time. It is a hard drivebased ipod with the same features as the models described above. A file dialog will open and let you choose the downloaded ipswfile.
Aug 24, 2011 i have a sixth generation ipod classic 80gb. Apple reports that all ipod classic 6g models original and late 20082g support h. After replacing the original hdd with the iflash and turning it on, the apple logo is displayed followed by a red x in a circle with the url for apple ipod support. I have the 3g classic160gb and it is on firmware 2.
Sep 18, 2017 when you think of itunes, you might think of clunky, slow, and bloated software that isnt always the easiest to use. How to restore ipod verify that you have an active internet connection, because you may need to download new versions of the itunes and ipod software. The ipods operating system is stored on its dedicated storage medium. If youre downloading the firmware files using safari then ensure that auto unzip feature is disabled or use chrome or firefox. The solution is rockbox, an open source firmware that will replace your. Apple ipod classic sixth generation 120gb a1238 mp3 chargers from batteries plus bulbs. Armbands free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Heres five alternatives to itunes 10 for easily managing. When i enter the serial number into it tells me it is late 20087th gen. I understand that you want to upload your latest podcasts on internet and connect iphone 4 and ipod classic. You buy a shiny new piece of kit at an exorbitant price, and two years later its in the. Just check the last 3 figures in the serial code to make sure it is exactly an ipod classic original. The sixthgeneration 160gb ipod classic was the last apple product in the ipod line to use the original 30pin ipod connector and the click wheel. I need an older firmware for the ipod classic 160gb any help would be much appreciated thank you.
The original apple ipod classic sixth generation uses an 80 gb or 160 gb 4200 rpm ata66 hard drive capable of supporting up to 20,000 songs or up to 40,000 songs in 128kbps aac format or up to 100 hours or up to 200 hours of video, respectively. I have searched for quite a while but i could not find a definitive answer. Pdf manual as introduced on september 9, 2008, the apple ipod classic late 20087th generation was equipped with a 120 gb 4200 rpm ata66 hard. Download ios firmware file for ipod touch below are the direct links for the ios firmware updates that have been released for the ipod touch so far. Apple ipod classic sixth generation 160gb a1238 mp3. If youre looking for something that allows you to manage ipod content easier, today we look at some free and commercial alternatives. It requires a tethered connection to a windows or mac pc running itunes to transfer audio files and playlists. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their ipods without.
Select rockbox and that will start the fallback rockbox image on emcore. Your computer might not recognize your ipod when you plug it in. The diagnostic screen where the user can select the manual test menu button. Nov 12, 2008 apple has released software version 2. Apple ipod classic late 20087th gen 120 gb, 160 gb specs. Externally, the ipod classic models are similar to the ipod 5g enhanced in design. To my knowledge, the last ipod classic model 6th generation, 2nd revision, also knows as 7th generation was originally shipped with 2. How to upgrade an ipod 5th gen or ipod classic with flash storage duration.
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