Removing an iTunes backup

You can remove an iPad backup from the list of backups in iTunes. You may want to do this, for example, if a backup was created on someone else’s computer.

Remove a backup:

1In iTunes, open iTunes Preferences.

Mac: Choose iTunes > Preferences.

Windows: Choose Edit > Preferences.

2Click Devices (iPad doesn’t need to be connected).

3Select the backup you want to remove, then click Delete Backup.

4Click Delete to confirm you wish to remove the selected backup, then click OK.

Updating and restoring iPad software

You can update iPad software in Settings, or by using iTunes. You can also erase iPad, and then use iCloud or iTunes to restore a backup.

Deleted data is no longer accessible through the iPad user interface, but it isn’t erased from iPad. For information about erasing all content and settings, see Reset on page 117.

Updating iPad

You can update iPad software in Settings, or by using iTunes.

Update wirelessly on iPad: Go to Settings > General > Software Update. iPad checks for available software updates.

Update software in iTunes: iTunes checks for available software updates each time you sync iPad using iTunes. See Syncing with iTunes on page 16.

For more information about updating iPad software, go to support.apple.com/kb/HT4623.

Restoring iPad

You can use iCloud or iTunes to restore iPad from a backup.

Restore from an iCloud backup: Reset iPad to erase all settings and information. Sign in to iCloud and choose Restore from a Backup in the Setup Assistant. See Reset on page 117.

Restore from an iTunes backup: Connect iPad to the computer you normally sync with, select iPad in the iTunes window, and click Restore in the Summary pane.

When the iPad software is restored, you can either set it up as a new iPad, or restore your music, videos, app data, and other content from a backup.

For more information about restoring iPad software, go to support.apple.com/kb/HT1414.

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MD539LL/A, MD543LL/A, ME216LL/A, MD533LL/A, ME215LL/A specifications

The Apple MD530LL/A is part of Apple’s renowned MacBook Air lineup, specifically released in mid-2013. Designed for portability and efficiency, this ultrabook has carved its niche as a popular choice among students, professionals, and everyday users who demand reliability in a lightweight form factor.

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