So I got the error when performing a backup to update my 3G (through AT&T, no jailbreak/unlock) to 4.0 and, therefore got stuck in the never ending loop at the apple screen with the status bar filling up over and over. I found a way out, but in doing this I lost all contacts, messages, etc. After the first failed attempt, I noticed I had a backup file from April of this year, but I didn't fool with it. After 4+ attempts at restoring I look back at the backup list and I now have 4 updates from July 7th (today) and the old one is now gone. I looked in the mobilesync/backup folder and it is gone from there too. Is there any reason for this happening or does anyone know where I can find this backup? I do not have time machine set up and don't know how to do so without a backup disk. Also, using MoblieSyncBrowser, I have found ALL of the data needed in the supposed initial failed backup file, but every time I try to backup to this file it leads me back into the loop again. Can anyone help me out with this? I've been troubleshooting and have searched for 8 straight hours to no avail.
Got a tip for us?
Let us know
Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.
My Old Backup Disappeared?
- Thread starter kwbump
- Start date
- Sort by reaction score
It only keeps so many at a time, that's where you old backup went.
Continuing to attempt to restore the corrupt file is not going to work. You can try searching for a utility to extract the data from the corrupted backup and see if you can just get it back into contacts and then resync through iTunes.
Continuing to attempt to restore the corrupt file is not going to work. You can try searching for a utility to extract the data from the corrupted backup and see if you can just get it back into contacts and then resync through iTunes.