Full Solutions to Fix iPhone Error 6 When Restoring iPhone

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Did you come across a similar message? Many iPhone users report error 6 when they try to update or restore their iOS device with iTunes. This error can be caused due to outdated iTunes version, damaged hardware, virus, or incompatible applications. It can occur in iPhone devices like iPhone 6, iPhone 6s and, iPhone 4.

This page discusses some simple methods you can use to fix the iPhone 6/6s update/restore error 6.

Method 1. Check your third-party security software

Third party security software or anti-virus can sometimes conflict with iTunes and block it from connecting to Apple servers. To see if this is the cause, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Right click on the anti-virus icon and disable it.

Step 2: Update the iOS version of your iPhone again.

If the update was successful, you should replace, upgrade or keep the anti-virus disabled.

If the update attempt led to error 6 again, then the root of the issue was probably not the third-party security software. You should try the methods mentioned ahead.

Method 2. Check your USB cable and port

Hardware issues often lead to failure in updating iPhone and also error 6. To check if the problem lies with hardware, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Ensure that you are using an apple-certified USB cable and ports.

Step 2: Check whether your iPhone responds when you connect it to your computer.

Step 3: Try using a different USB cable and see if the update attempt is successful this time.

If the USB cable is damaged, you should replace it with an Apple-certified USB cable.

Method 3: Check U2 IC charging chip

Another common hardware issue is a damaged U2 IC charging chip that causes iPhone error 6. If you use cheap cables that are not MFI certified to connect your iPhone, then it may damage the charging chip. To check if the U2 IC charging chip is damaged, follow the steps below -

Step 1: Unplug the battery.

Step 2: Plug the battery back in. The iPhone should turn on itself when you plug the battery in without you needing to press the power button.

If your iPhone does not turn itself on its own, the U2 IC charging chip is most likely damaged and is also causing error 6. You should consider replacing it to solve the error 6 issue in your iPhone 6.

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How to fix iTunes error 6 using dr.fone - System Repair (iOS)

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Use the steps given below to fix error 6.

Step 1: Download dr.fone - System Repair (iOS)

Download and install the dr.fone - System Repair (iOS) on your computer. Connect your iPhone to your computer and then launch dr.fone - System Repair (iOS).

Step 2: Start repair

On launching dr.fone - System Repair (iOS), you will see its home menu. From this, select "Repair".

A list of iPhone errors will show up after you click on "Repair".Click "Start" to start repairing.

Step 3: Enter your phone in DFU Mode

The dr.fone - System Repair (iOS) will now detect your iPhone device and display information about it. Click "Next" to continue.

Now, you will be required to put your iPhone in DFU Mode. Follow the steps below to enter your device in DFU Mode

For iPhone 8/8 Plus/X:

1. Press and release quickly the "Volume Up Button" and then the "Volume Down Button".

2. Now hold down the "Side Button" until your iPhone enters the DFU Mode.

For iPhone 7/7 Plus:

1. Hold down the "Lower Volume Button" and the "Power Button" together for 10 seconds.

2. Lift your finger off the "Power Button" but continue holding the "Lower Volume Button" until your device enters the DFU Mode.

For iPhone 6/6 S

1. Press together the "Home Button" and the "Lock Button" and hold for 10 seconds.

2. Lift your finger from the "Lock Button" but continue holding the "Home Button".

Step 4: Download the required firmware

The software will now ask for confirmation to download a firmware in order to fix error 6 in your iPhone. To continue the repair, click "Download".

Step 5: Fix the error 6

After the firmware download is successful, you can fix error 6 by selecting "Fix Now". You can choose to save your data by checking the box "Retain native data".

When the repair is complete, the software will notify the same. You can now unplug your iPhone and use it.

Method 5. Try a different computer to avoid error 6

Certain applications or programs installed in a computer can interfere with iTunes and iPhone. This may happen because -

1. You are using an outdating Operating System on your computer.

2. The antivirus is outdated and is interfering with iTunes.

3. Your computer is corrupted.

To avoid error 6, use a computer with updated Operating System and iTunes.