Usually, iTunes error 9006 occurs when iTunes is unable to establish a contact with the Apple servers. It could also occur while you are trying to restore your iOS device, or downloading some updates with regards to the same.
The error can also be triggered in because of the issue with your network connection or a congestion in the Apple’s server. For completing the update process of the software, iTunes needs the IPSW file that is related to your device. And when it can’t access the respective file or download it, it displays the error message.
The issue could also occur if you are using the old version of iTunes. Your device will not support it, thus showing the error 9006. To resolve this issue, there are a few things you can do.
If you are using an obsolete version of iTunes, you must update it first. Check the available updates for iTunes and if there are any, install them. Now, try and use iTunes and see if the error is gone.
iTunes error 9006 could also occur due to the slow or unstable network connection. Hence, check your internet first. If you are on a public Wifi, shift the connection to your privacy WiFi as is feasible.
If your iTunes is updated and there is no issue with your internet connection, then the issue could be with your device. In that case, you can resolve the error by rebooting your device. Hold the power button for ten seconds. When you see the power slider, slide it to power off your device. Wait for a few seconds before restarting it.
However, if you are unable to power off your device, then you have to force restart it. For restarting the device, press and hold down the power and home button simultaneously for 10 seconds or until the screen goes black and you see the Apple logo appearing. Release the buttons then and wait for your device to boot. In iPhone 7 and 7 plus, you would need to press the Volume Down and Power buttons together.
In the beginning, we mentioned that iTunes error 9006 could occur when iTunes is unable to download the IPSW file from Apple’s server. You can bypass the error by manually downloading that file.
To resolve the error using this method, first, you must look for the right IPSW File for your device model. Now, connect your iOS device to your system, launch the iTunes. In the iTunes, go to the summary. There you will find the update and restore options.
In Mac, select the respective options while holding down the ALT and command keys. In Windows, pick the option while pressing the Shift key. This will take you to the file browser where you can select the recently downloaded IPSW file. And thus your iTunes will easily update or restore your iOS device smoothly.
With these tips, you can eliminate the iTunes error 9006. But if the error still stands, contact our iTunes experts at Baba Support for resolving this issue.
You can contact our iTunes experts at Baba Support at our technical support number [ +1-800-917-0185 ]. You can also contact us by dropping an email regarding the issue, or any iTunes issue you are facing at our official mail address: [email protected]. Alternatively, you can have a live chat with us on our website.