Jailbreaking iPad with Limera1n for Mac
Posted by unlocker on Wednesday Oct 20, 2010 Under Jailbreak, iPadRecently, Geohot released the Limera1n for Mac that can jailbreak iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPad, iPod Touch 3G and the new iPod Touch 4G.
Before we proceed in the step-by-step procedure of jailbreaking your iPad, here are some of the important things that you must remember:
- This guide is specifically for iPad users only. It will not work on other devices by Apple. You may search the site for specific instructions in jailbreaking your gadget.
- Jailbreaking your iPad may void its warranty with Apple and please proceed with caution.
- Backup your files before proceeding to prevent the loss of all of your files.
- Limera1n supports iOS 3.2.2 and you need to update your iPad to iOS 3.2.2 and jailbreak it using Limera1n.
- This guide is specifically made for Mac users.
- Please ensure that you are equipped with iTunes 9.2 or later version.
Here is the step-by-step guide:
Step 1: In your computer, download the latest version of Limera1n and save it on your desktop.
Step 2: Run the application.
Step 3: Make sure that your iPad is connected to your computer.
Step 4: Click the “make it rain” button.
Step 5: Limera1n puts your iPad in recovery mode.
Step 6: Press the home and power buttons.
Step 7: Release the power button and continue to press the home button.
Step 8: Limera1n will put your iPad Touch in DFU mode. Press the home button.
Step 9: You will see the Limera1n logo while the application is in process.
Step 10: When the process is successful, you will see “done” and a message.
Step 11: Restart your iPad and you will see a new application called Limera1n in your iPad.
Step 12: Click on the application and install the Cydia on your iPad.
Step 13: After you install the application, reboot your iPad.
Step 14: You will find Cydia on your iPad and you can launch the Limera1n to uninstall Cydia.