Restoring of iPad using recovery mode fail due to 15 minutes timeout
Solution 1:
This constantly happens to me and people I know.
- Download the .ipsw file - links to true Apple Software are listed at https://ipsw.me
[files hosted by Apple, the site simply makes the files findable, as Apple doesn't publish the locations] - Place the file in
~/Library/iTunes/iPad Software Updates
or~/Library/iTunes/iPhone Software Updates
depending on device. - Launch iTunes & connect your device
The ipsw ought to be discovered automatically. - Follow the on-screen instructions
ipsw.me has links to all iOS versions, however generally only the latest is still being signed by Apple & will therefore be the only one that works for a restore.