how to update iOS after direct download

How do I update iOS after downloading the files from a direct link??

ptamzz

Posted 2011-05-16T07:17:17.950

Reputation: 197

Uhm, I'd say with iTunes? – slhck – 2011-05-16T07:24:43.127

Well... I'll update the iOS with iTunes.. it's just that I downloaded the update file from a direct link http://appldnld.apple.com/iPhone4/041-1011.20110503.q7fGc/iPhone3,1_4.3.3_8J2_Restore.ipsw

– ptamzz – 2011-05-16T07:29:49.957

Answers

In iTunes, select your device, and hold down the Shift key and press "Restore". A dialog box will pop up asking you for the location of the ipsw file. Select your downloaded file and you're good to go!

Soumya

Posted 2011-05-16T07:17:17.950

Reputation: 967

I tried that last time but all the settings were gone, had to download the apps again, then had to authorize the system again for downloads etc.. is there an easy way to do that? – ptamzz – 2011-05-16T07:43:17.143

Not sure... You can try keeping the filename exactly the same, and moving the file to %APPDATA%\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates, and then pressing "Update". iTunes should see the downloaded file and not try to download it again. – Soumya – 2011-05-16T07:46:51.950

Try holding SHIFT and click on "Restore" in the Device Details page.

stex

Posted 2011-05-16T07:17:17.950

Reputation: 943