iphone 3g dead (error 9) after software update to 4.0.1

[smile8]

my iphone 3g 16GB is dead after i did the software update to 4.0.1 via itunes on my mac book. i am constantly getting the "error 9" message. tried several solutions posted ("recboot" e.g.) - no one did work so far.

any new solutions??

 

[stridemat]

Have you upgraded to the newest version of iTunes?

 

[celticpride678]

Reinstall the latest version of iTunes and try a DFU mode restore.

 

[smile8]

Have you upgraded to the newest version of iTunes?

yes i have and i already tried DFU mode. did not work.

 

[celticpride678]

yes i have and i already tried DFU mode. did not work.

According to Apple:


Error 9: This error occurs when the device unexpectedly drops off of the USB bus and communication stops. This can occur if the device is manually disconnected during the restore process. This issue can be resolved by performing USB isolation troubleshooting, using a different USB dock connector cable, trying another USB port, restoring on another computer, or by eliminating conflicts from third-party security software.