06/18/2007 Mac

This procedure assumes that the default iPod preference prompting iTunes to automatically open whenever you connect iPod to your Mac has not been changed.

Download and install the latest iPod Updater from http://www.apple.com/ipod/download/.

From time to time Apple expects to release versions of this application that have newer versions of iPod software. These later versions may include new functions or improvements to existing features. You can check to see if the latest iPod Updater contains new software for your iPod by comparing the software version listed on the iPod Updater download page for your model iPod to the version currently installed on your iPod. Connect your iPod to your Mac using the USB or FireWire cable that came with your iPod.

If the iPod Updater you just installed contains newer software for your iPod, iTunes will prompt you to update your iPod after you connect it to your Mac as shown below. Simply click OK and iTunes will open the iPod Updater and install the newer software onto your iPod. If you previously opted to not receive notifications about iPod Updates, simply open the latest iPod Updater in the iPod Software Updater folder. This folder is located inside the Utilities folder inside of the Applications folder (/Applications/Utilities/iPod Software Updater).






Depending on the model iPod you have and whether you are using a USB or FireWire port to connect your iPod, you may be asked to leave you iPod attached to the computer for the update to complete or you may be asked to connect the iPod to the iPod Power Adapter that came with your iPod. Be sure to follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update (not all iPod models come with an iPod Power Adapter).

If your iPod is formatted for Windows, the iPod Updater will be unable to simply update your iPod and a restore will be necessary to complete the update on your Mac. If this applies to your iPod please read the this procedure.

During the update process, you will notice an Apple logo and progress bar appear on the iPod display. Once this is completed, you can resume normal use of your iPod. If you notice a different icon on the iPod screen read this article and the follow the related instructions.