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3uTools is a versatile software supporting iPhone and iPad users, and it can completely replace the current iTunes. There are many features on 3uTools that users can utilize such as accessing DFU and Recovery Mode on 3uTools in this article. And in the guide below, Mytour will introduce you to one of the ways to enter DFU mode on 3uTools as well as enter Recovery Mode on 3uTools..
Guide to Accessing DFU and Recovery Mode on 3uTools
Before delving into the specifics of accessing DFU mode on 3uTools as well as Recovery Mode on 3uTools. Apart from requiring the device, computer, and cable, we also need to download 3uTools here.
1. What is DFU? How to enter DFU?
- DFU, or Device Firmware Upgrade, is the process of upgrading device firmware. This term refers to putting iOS devices like iPhone, iPad into a state requiring restoration. In other words, to enter Recovery Mode, we first need to put the device into DFU.
- For iPad, iPhone 6s and earlier:
* Connect your device to 3uTools, then press and hold the Home button along with the power button.
* Wait for about 4 seconds until the screen goes completely dark, then release the power button and continue holding the Home button until 3uTools recognizes the device in DFU mode.
- For iPhone 7, 7 Plus:
* Turn off the device, then connect it to 3uTools on the computer.
* Press and hold the power button for about 3 seconds, then simultaneously hold the volume down button for about 10 seconds.
- For iPhone 8/8 Plus, iPhone X/XS/XS Max/XR:
* Turn off your device and connect it to 3uTools on your computer.
* Quickly press and release the volume up button > then quickly press and release the volume down button > * Next, press and hold the power/side button until the screen turns black for about 5 seconds, then continue holding the volume down button.
* After about 5 seconds, release the power/side button.
2. Exiting DFU on various devices
- For iPad, iPhone 6s, and older models: Press and hold the Home button and the power button until the Apple logo appears. Your device will then restart into normal usage mode.
- For iPhone 7 / 7 Plus: Press and hold the power and volume down buttons until the Apple logo appears, then release to put the device into normal usage mode.
- For iPhone 8 / 8 Plus, iPhone X/XS/XS Max/XR: Quickly press and release the volume up button > quickly press and release the volume down button > press and hold the power/side button until the Apple logo appears.
3. How to Enter Recovery Mode on 3uTools
Step 1: After downloading and installing 3uTools above, open this software then connect your phone to the computer.
Step 2: Next, press Toolbox after your device has completed the connection as shown below.
Step 3: In the Toolbox section, select the Enter Recovery Mode option highlighted in pink at the bottom.
Step 4: The system will prompt you that you can return to normal mode if desired after entering Recovery Mode on 3uTools.
Entering Recovery Mode on 3uTools won't take too long, so you can wait for the device to help you enter automatically. Note that you should not unplug the cable or do anything to affect the connection.
Step 5: When this message appears, it means you have successfully entered Recovery Mode on 3uTools. Now, you can check on your device and you will see the connecting cable icon.
To exit Recovery Mode, simply click on Exit Recovery Mode right on the screen on the 3uTools software interface to exit.
Step 6: When the notification appears as shown below, it means you have successfully exited Recovery Mode.
So, Mytour has completed the guide on how to enter DFU mode on 3uTools as well as enter Recovery Mode on 3uTools. Through this article, you have learned one way to enter DFU mode on iPhone and then Recovery Mode. With 3uTools, everything will be much simpler. Especially for those who find it cumbersome to enter DFU mode on iPhone, they can use 3uTools.
Moreover, that's not all 3uTools can do. With 3uTools, you can also create ringtones much easier than with iTunes. Refer to how to create iPhone ringtones with 3uTools to see our guide on 3uTools.
