Apple iPod touch iOS 8.1 - Manual (Page 13)

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Getting Started
Set up iPod touch
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WARNING: To avoid injury, read Important safety information on page 149 before using
iPod touch.
With only a Wi-Fi connection, you can easily set up and activate iPod touch. You can also set up
iPod touch by connecting it to a computer and using iTunes (see
Connect iPod touch to your
computer , below).
Set up and activate iPod touch. Turn on iPod touch and follow the Setup Assistant.
The Setup Assistant steps you through the setup process, including:
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
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Signing in with or creating a free Apple ID (needed for many features, including iCloud,
FaceTime, the App Store, and the iTunes Store)
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Entering a passcode
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Setting up iCloud and iCloud Keychain
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Turning on recommended features such as Location Services
You can also restore from an iCloud or iTunes backup during setup.
Note: Find My iPod touch is turned on when you sign in to iCloud. Activation Lock is engaged
to help prevent anyone else from setting up your iPod touch, even if it is completely restored.
Before you sell or give away your iPod touch, you should reset it to erase your personal content
and turn off Activation Lock. See
Sell or give away iPod touch on page 156.
Connect iPod touch to your computer
You can connect iPod touch to your computer to set it up. You also might need to connect it to
complete wireless setup.
Connecting iPod touch to your computer lets you sync music, videos, and other information with
iTunes. You can also sync content with your computer wirelessly. See
Sync with iTunes on page 17.
To use iPod touch with your computer, you need:
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An Internet connection for your computer (broadband is recommended)
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A Mac or a PC with a USB 2.0 or 3.0 port and one of the following operating systems:
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OS X version 10.6.8 or later
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Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service
Pack 3 or later