- 1). Install the latest iTunes. This is the media management software for all Apple mobile devices. It also doubles as a media player and a portal to the App Store. You can download iTunes from Apple's website.
- 2). Plug in your iDevice to the computer. It should bring up iTunes automatically. If it doesn't, launch iTunes yourself.
- 3). Click the "Update" button. You can see this button on the summary page of your iDevice. Getting the IPSW this way guarantees that you will have the latest IPSW for your specific device.
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