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LukeeGD edited this page Dec 13, 2024 · 125 revisions
  • The procedure will be depending on your usage, operating system, and iOS device. Make sure that your setup is supported by the script. See the README for details before continuing.
  • I (LukeZGD) will not be held responsible for any consequences or damages that may happen to your devices. Proceed at your own risk.

Initial Setup

Legacy iOS Kit needs initial setup before usage. Please select your operating system.

Linux
  1. Download Legacy iOS Kit here and extract the zip archive.
    • You may also clone the repo: git clone https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit
  2. Open a Terminal window.
  3. Start the script: Go to where the extracted files are located, drag restore.sh to the Terminal window, and press Enter/Return.

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  1. On its first run, it will download and install dependencies. This will take some time depending on your Internet connection. When it's done, proceed to the next section.
macOS
  1. Download Legacy iOS Kit here and extract the zip archive.
    • You may also clone the repo: git clone https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit
  2. Open a Terminal window.
  3. Install bash, curl, and libusb from Homebrew or MacPorts.
    • Homebrew: brew install bash curl libusb
    • MacPorts: sudo port install bash curl libusb
    • For macOS 12 and lower, better use MacPorts, not Homebrew.
    • For OS X 10.11 only, also install cocoadialog: sudo port install cocoadialog
    • For macOS 10.15 and newer, this step is optional, but highly recommended for full functionality.
    • After the installation, exit the current Terminal window and open another one.
  4. Start the script: Go to where the extracted files are located, drag restore.sh to the Terminal window, and press Enter/Return.

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  1. On its first run, it will download and install dependencies. This will take some time depending on your Internet connection. When it's done, proceed to the next section.
Windows
  • Windows users should use Legacy iOS Kit on Linux or macOS instead.
  • You can easily create an Ubuntu live USB with tools like Rufus. Make sure to enable Persistent Storage, or use another USB drive to store Legacy iOS Kit and its files.
  • Tutorial: https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/create-a-usb-stick-on-windows
    • Make sure to set the Persistent partition size to enable Persistent Storage. You may set this to the maximum.

Usage

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