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How to fix an unknown error occurred (2009) in iTunes

What is iTunes error 2009 caused by? How to fix it?

Error 2009 mainly appears when a user attempts to restore their iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, and they fail.

The reasons behind this error include:

  • Outdated iTunes version;
  • Outdated security software;
  • Bad USB link between the computer and the device;
  • Bad USB port or lightning port;
  • Outdated operating system.

The solutions listed below should help you fix this error and restore your device. Make sure to follow them to the letter.

Select specifications which apply:

Click on this if you use an iPhone.

Click on this if you use an iPad.

Click on this if you use an iPod touch.

Click on this if you tried all the other solutions, but none of them worked.

  1. Restart the device and the computer

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  2. Take your device to a repair shop

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  3. Ensure that your version of iTunes is up−to−date

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  4. Check if the USB cable is firmly connected on both ends

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  5. Update your antivirus software

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  6. Contact Apple support

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  7. Restore or update your device from another computer

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  8. Plug the device in another USB port

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  9. Replace the USB cable

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  10. Disable the iTunes Helper temporarily

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