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3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?

02/28/2019

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#Problem Description 1:


Even though replug iDevice to PC repeatedly, 3uTools still fails in connecting iDevice with error "Connection Timeout". Please keep reading to figure out how to fix it.


Solutions:


1. Please check if your USB cable has following problems: 


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


If any above mentioned situation exists, you are suggested to change to a new geniune cable or plug in the backward USB port. If the problem persists, you can try another computer.


2. Click "Repair Driver" as the picture below.


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


3. iDevice's free storage should not be less than 200M. Head to Settings > General > iPhone Storage to check the storage. 


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


4. This is not ideal, but if none of above tips fix your issues, the last resort is to turn off Windows Firewall.


Control Panel System & SecurityWindows Firewall, then select "Turn off Windows Firewall".


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


# Problem Description 2


When you connect your device with a computer for the first time, an alert asks whether you trust the PC. If you accidentally tap "Untrust" or forget to tap "Trust" in time, 3uTools will prompt "Failed to Trust" or "Trust Timeout".


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


Solution: To fix this, you can replug your device and then tap "Trust" on your device. 


# Problem description 3 


If you enable USB Accessories in iOS 11.4.1 or later, your device should have this pop-up since your iPhone was locked over one hour. And it probably one of the reasons caused you failed to connect your device with 3uTools. 


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


Solution: Just unlock your iPhone and tap "Trust" The toggle next to USB Accessories is off by default.


3uTools V2.31 brings Wi-Fi connection to users, check here to enable it!


3uTools Frequently Prompts “Connection Timeout”?


You could turn off the feature through Settings-- select Face ID & Passcode (or Touch ID & Passcode if not using an iPhone X). Then, scroll down to the Allow Access When Locked section.


Windows
Mac OS
iOS
Linux
3uTools
Win 64-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
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Win 32-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
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3uTools V3.18
2025-09-18
Please use the 3uTools PC client to install the iOS client:
1、 Install either the Windows or Mac version of 3uTools on your computer
2、 Open the PC client and connect your device to the computer via USB cable
3、 After the connection is successful, wait for the computer to automatically install the mobile app for the device, or locate “Install Mobile App” on the computer and manually click to install.
3uTools
deb file
v3.01 2025-11-20
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v3.01 2025-11-20
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Windows
iOS
Android
3uAirPlayer
Win 64-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
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Win 32-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
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iOS Device Mirroring (No App Required)
1、 Install 3uAirplayer on the Windows PC
2、 Open Control Center and select Screen Mirroring
3、 From the list, choose your PC to start mirroring
4、 Or connect your iOS device to the PC via USB to begin mirroring
Scan to get "3uAirPlayer" App