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What to do if error 2009 occurs when restoring iPhone 4s

Often, iPhone users encounter errors under different numbers, for example, after restoring, updating, trying to synchronize, or even just turning on the device. Error 2009 often occurs, especially when restoring an iPhone 5. This is where the first stupor comes, especially for an inexperienced user.

This usually happens with unofficial models or devices purchased abroad. After all, before using such devices, it is often necessary to flash, unlock or unlock them. If the procedure was done by a professional, it will probably go without any problems. And if the user decides to save money or just for the sake of doing it himself, the result may be an annoying error message 2009 when trying to use the smartphone. But it is quite possible that the iPhone itself has nothing to do with it and the reason lies, for example, in iTunes or the operating system.

What, exactly, is the problem, and what accompanies this error when trying to restore iPhone5s?

  • iTunes signals error 2009, after which the program window disappears. Often, after trying to start it again, the computer turns off;
  • Windows itself starts to run slowly and may even freeze for a short time.

What could be the reason?

  • iTunes was damaged or did not install completely during installation;
  • Violations in the program registry;
  • Viruses or malicious software that disrupt the operation of iTunes or Windows;
  • Accidental deletion of iTunes-related files.

Other factors may also play a negative role here. In any case, before contacting specialists, it is worth taking a number of measures to correct the problem.

Checking your computer for errors

Perhaps the problem lies in the operation of the operating system and everything connected with it. Where to start checking and how not to make things worse?

Registry

There are many programs that can clean and, if necessary, repair the registry. They themselves look for damaged records, links to files that have been missing for a long time, etc.

In addition, in order to avoid the consequences of unsuccessful cleaning, a backup copy is created, and if something happens, everything can be returned to its place - a useful feature. This not only corrects errors, but also improves the performance of the system itself. In general, it is recommended to do this cleaning automatically every evening. Otherwise, the computer will not only work slower and produce all sorts of errors, but one fine morning it will also refuse to start the operating system. Therefore, it is better to keep it clean and tidy, like your favorite car.

Programs such as CCleaner, AuglosticBootSpeed, RegOrganizer TuneUp or WinThruster are suitable for these purposes. In addition to cleaning the registry, they perform many more functions, playing the role of a kind of orderly.

Ordinary users without experience are highly advised not to try to make changes to the registry manually - the slightest mistake can lead to the inoperability of the entire operating system.

These same utilities will help get rid of excess “garbage” in the system. After all, in the process of using it, a lot of unnecessary files accumulate, which over time overload it, slow it down and provoke similar errors. This, of course, is not a fact that error 2009 appeared precisely for this reason, but it won’t hurt to tidy up.

Virus check

You just need to scan your computer using any antivirus - Kaspersky or ESET will do.

It is better to carry out such a check once every few days, leaving the computer turned on overnight, followed by an automatic shutdown after the procedure is completed. After all, if there is a large amount of data on the hard drive, the process can take a lot of time.

Updating system drivers

Trite advice, but sometimes it works. To update, it is better to use a special utility, for example, DriverDoc. She herself will find outdated drivers, update them, and if unsuccessful versions are installed, roll everything back.

System Restore

Yes, this is truly the best friend of an overly sloppy, frivolous and overly curious user. Sometimes, after thoughtless manipulations in system folders or installing and launching “wrong” software, there is nothing left to do but roll back the system to its previous state, at that good time when the playful hands of the would-be master have not yet reached the holy of holies - C\Windows.

The main thing is that this function is enabled in advance - it will be very disappointing when, perhaps, the only way out turns out to be unavailable, for the reason that nothing was archived and there are no recovery points.

Updating or reinstalling iTunes

It often helps.

Built-in system file checker

Yes, there is such a function, and this procedure can be carried out without expensive software. In general, Windows has many useful tools. Therefore, before buying anything from the software, it’s better not to be lazy and look at the instruction manual.

Windows itself will find damaged files and fix them, if possible.

Windows Update/Reinstallation

Not the best option - after all, for every computer there is the most suitable operating system, and if you had “seven” before, then the equipment may simply not be able to handle the eighth version.

There is also sometimes a reluctance to reinstall the system - there is a risk of losing something important. Therefore, it is better to make a copy of everything valuable that is on your hard drive in advance. In addition, the system often already has certain settings and is maximally integrated with the installed software. In addition, the procedure takes quite a long time.

Additional measures

Nothing helped? There are other ways, and, by the way, they are worth trying first. The problem may be with the USB connection. Yes, it's that simple. Therefore, to get started, you just need to try connecting your iPhone5s to a different port, changing the cord (to the original one), or using the built-in USB troubleshooting. You can simply try the recovery procedure on another computer.

There is another little trick:

  1. The device is connected to iTunes and put into recovery mode (DFU).
  2. If error 2009 occurs, click “OK”.
  3. iTunes restarts without turning off the device.
  4. If the smartphone is recognized again, the recovery procedure is repeated.

What else can you do?

  1. Before the recovery procedure, it is better to disconnect everything from the computer, leaving only the smartphone, keyboard and mouse.
  2. Try running iTunes in compatibility mode with the installed operating system and with administrator rights.
  3. Disable your antivirus – it often makes strange decisions.

And again without results? Yes, this may be serious - it is possible that the problem is in the USB connector or cable connection. Then you will have to take the device to a workshop or for warranty service. But what are the guarantees - if the iPhone is not original or is stitched in a makeshift manner... There is no place for such copies in the warranty service, so repairs can cost a pretty penny.

It follows that due to the rather high price of this toy and its repair, it is better to use licensed restoration methods, avoid suspicious jailbreaks, buy original components (USB cable/recharger), and lead a healthy lifestyle.