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Mechanic IData DFU Recovery Charging Data Transmission USB Cable

₱250.00

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The Mechanic IData cable is a specialized USB cable for iOS devices that automatically forces an iPhone, iPad, or iPod into Device Firmware Update (DFU) or recovery mode. This eliminates the need for manual button combinations, which can be difficult or unreliable for technicians and repair enthusiasts. 

Features and functions

The

Mechanic IData DFU cable

is an all-in-one tool for repair and recovery. 

  • Automatic DFU entry: The cable's primary function is to trigger DFU or recovery mode simply by connecting the cable to the device. This makes the process much faster and more reliable than the standard button sequences.

  • 3-in-1 functionality: In addition to its specialized recovery functions, the cable also serves as a standard USB cable for charging and data transmission.

  • Multi-device support: The cable can be used with a wide range of iOS devices, though compatibility may vary by model. Newer cables support iPhone models up to the latest releases.

  • Durable construction: The cables are typically built with stronger, more resilient materials to withstand frequent use in a commercial repair environment. 

How it works

The DFU cable contains a specialized chip that automatically sends the necessary signals to the device to bypass the operating system and enter DFU mode. 

  1. Connect: Plug the USB end of the cable into a computer and the Lightning end into the powered-off iOS device.

  2. Automatic entry: The intelligent chip inside the cable initiates the process, automatically forcing the device into the correct recovery or DFU state.

  3. Black screen: The iOS device's screen will remain black, indicating that it is in DFU mode. This is different from the standard Recovery Mode, which displays an "Connect to Computer" screen.

  4. Restore: From here, you can use software like iTunes or Finder to restore the device. The cable works on both Mac and PC. 

DFU mode vs. recovery mode

The Mechanic IData cable can force an iOS device into either recovery or DFU mode, but the two are not the same. 

  • Recovery mode: Reinstalls the iOS operating system but uses the device's iBoot bootloader, which can sometimes fail if the bootloader is corrupted.

  • DFU mode (Device Firmware Update): The deepest type of restore. It bypasses the iBoot bootloader entirely and reloads the firmware from scratch. This can fix software issues that a standard restore cannot, but it will also erase all data.