Update the Firmware on Your iBridge
To keep your iBridge working its best and allow it to connect to iOS 11
you will need to update the firmware.
Your iBridge will still work with iOS 10 after the update.
Do I need to update?
Do you have the original iBridge? If so, you need to update.
iBridge
The original iBridge has
1 - Two holes in the USB connector
2 - A hard plastic cap
Our other Leef Apple products that do not need firmware updates.
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iBridge 3
New iBridge with rubber keychain holder
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iAccess
microSD Card reader with “j’ shape
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iAccess 3
microSD Card reader with rubber keychain holder
What do i need?
The firware updater works on computers and will not work on mobile devices.
iBridge
Original iBridge with plastic cap
Computer
Yosemite / El Capitan / Sierra
Update works with computers and
will not work on a mobile device.
Internet Access
You will need to download the firmware updater from Leef
How do i update?
It is only 4 steps. You will need your iBridge, a computer running MacOS, an internet connection, and about 3 mins.
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1 - Download & Extract
the FW updater-
Download the Firmware Updater
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2 - Run the program
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Double click on the
iBridge-FW-Updater-v1.0_7.dmg
file to run it -
Install the driver
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Say “okay” to any security pop-ups
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3 - Plug in iBridge and update
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Plug in iBridge
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Click the “Update Now” button
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Watch the progress... it is quick
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4 - Success
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Eject and unplug iBridge
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Now that your iBridge is updated you can use it with Apple devices using iOS10 and iOS11
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NOTE: The firware update will not make any changes to your content on Leef iBridge. As is the case with any software update, we still recommend that you back up your content before performing the update to ensure all your content is safe.
Can you show me?
Check out a video of how to run the Firmware Updater
Firmware Updater (Windows)
The Firmware Updater will run on Windows and Mac OS Computers. The Updater will take around 3 minutes to run from start to finish.
IT’S NOT WORKING
Don’t worry. You’ve got options.
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Turn off your antivirus software
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If you see a blank screen, click on maximize icon
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If the update results in an error, please reformat your iBridge as shown here and try to run the update again
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Make sure the iBridge is securely plugged into the USB port of your computer
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Use another USB port on your computer (do not use a USB hub)
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Reboot your computer
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If the firmware update was successful but you still cannot connect to your Apple device, make sure your Apple device is on the latest version of iOS 11
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Contact us via chat on the website or email if you still need help. We’ve got you covered
Thanks,
Your Leef Family