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Where does Apple save downloaded IPSW?
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| iPhone | C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates |
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| iPad | C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPad Software Updates |
| iPod touch | C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPod Software Updates |
Where is the IPSW file located on Mac?
The IPSW file is saved in: ~/Library /iTunes/iPhone Software Updates . The easiest way to find it is to make sure you have selected Finder in your Dock (the smiley face icon on the far left of the Dock) hold down the ALT key and select Go from the Menu and then select Library.
Where are Apple updates stored?
/Library/Updates
They are stored in /Library/Updates. In your Downloads folder if you’ve selected the option in Software Update to save downloads.
Where is the ipsw file in Windows?
IPSW location in Windows
- Windows XP: \Documents and Settingssername\Application Data\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates.
- Windows Vista & Windows 7: \Userssername\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates.
- Windows 8 & Windows 10: \Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\
Can I delete IPSW files?
There should only be one . ipsw file. You can delete it if you want, but bear in mind that should you need to restore your phone, iTunes will need to re-download it & you will have to have enough space on your hard drive to do so in order to restore your phone.
What to do when iTunes downloads IPSW where does it?
Rename, move, or delete the iOS software file (.ipsw) iTunes uses IPSW files to restore your device. If those files are unusable, try deleting them, renaming them, or moving the file to a different directory. This will cause iTunes to download a new copy of the IPSW.
Which is the latest version of Apple Configurator?
Apple Configurator Version 1.5 (424): I copied the manually downloaded files to the location above. Apple Configurator used those files to update my devices. You may want to note, Configurator still requires an internet connection to run. I suggest submitting a feature request to support updating devices while offline.
Where do I find IPSW on my iPhone?
iPhone. C:\\Users\\[username]\\AppData\\Roaming\\Apple Computer\\iTunes\\iPhone Software Updates. iPad. C:\\Users\\[username]\\AppData\\Roaming\\Apple Computer\\iTunes\\iPad Software Updates.
Why do I get a.ipsw file when I delete it?
If removing the .ipsw file doesn’t resolve a user-specific restore issue, then the issue is caused by other user-specific security software settings or iTunes preferences. Creating a new user will also cause new .ipsw restore files to be downloaded in the new user. You can find the .ipsw files in these locations.