Error code number 23 when trying to restore iPhone?

Error code number 23 when trying to restore iPhone?

Ok, so I asked about this iPhone before I received it. When I got it, I plugged it into the wall and I got was the Apple emblem with a black background. So I plugged it into itunes, it downloaded the software, then when it tried to restore it, it said an unknown error occurred. Number 23 to be exact. I also want to add that there is a gray line across the screen on the bottom..? Bad logic board or is there something else I can try first?

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Guest [Entry]

"Sarah, here is the definition of error 23:

Error 23

Cannot restore or update due to hardware problems.

In software you have to set default web browser.

In hardware, it's a communication problem. Check all connections, also try to change battery.

faulty baseband flash or processor

There are a few instances where users were able to fix or sidestep error 23. Pain in the neck and again it looks there are issues with jailbreaking etc. Just in case you still have your phone together, may be you can give it a try. Who knows and nothing to lose I suppose, http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275 and http://www.ipodtouchfans.com/forums/show... and try this one if you like.

Here are the steps.

1. download redsn0w 0.9.4

2. unzip or unrar to specified folder

3. search and download for bootloader 3.9 and 4.6

4. search and download original stock ipsw 3.1.2

5. store all downloads in one folder

6. open redsn0w

7. find 3.1.2 ipsw

8. wait to load

9. click next

10. tick ""already pwnd"" , unlock and Install Cydia

11. make your 2G to be in recovery mode (fastest – power off, press and hold home button and plug USB)

12. wait until redsn0w 0.9.4 finished

13. wait to reboot iPhone 2G

14. wait to iPhone gets flashed with BootNeuter 2.1 (already installed in iPhone)

15. iPhone reboots itself and voila you got rid of error

Ultimately I am sure that pollytintop is right since he does know about those iPhones and gives very sound advice....good luck"

Guest [Entry]

"I have a iPhone 2G 8GB with restore error 23, I simply opened it up and disconnected the communications board from the motherboard, Restored it successfully on 3.1.3 and reconnected it once done, And works fine, Have been using it for 1 1/2 years since.

I love the 2G, Even though its old, Its so durable. I like mine because its in mint condition, However i am also using a iPhone 4S :)

Hope this helps people."

Guest [Entry]

I have the error 23 is there any way to fix it and does anyone no what may have caused this i changed screen over and had to take phone apart but the proble was already on the phone i got the parts off thanks

Guest [Entry]

I turned on the vpn and it worked very well