Can I Install iPadOS 14 on my MacBook without plugging in an iPad first?

[Cirlonde]

I am trying to help my mother set up a new iPad Air, which requires updating to the latest iOS first before restoring from the backup on her previous device. Unfortunately, she's in a very rural area with atrocious internet speeds. Like...barely a step above dial up, which means she's having issues. I was thinking maybe I could download the update on my MacBook using my internet and then take the MacBook to her to update the iPad. Is it even possible to download a sort of "stand alone" iPadOS file?

(FYI...I'd just have her come to me, but I live almost three hours away and she doesn't drive long distances so that's not really feasible.)

Thank you in advance for any advice!

 

[netsped]

It’s possible, this guide should help you.

How to Use IPSW files

IPSW stands rather simply for iOS Software, and IPSW files are basically just individual firmware downloads for specific iOS devices. These files can be used to update iOS devices manually with the…

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To get the ipsw file use a trusted site, I would recommend ipsw dot me.

 

[Cirlonde]

It’s possible, this guide should help you.

How to Use IPSW files

IPSW stands rather simply for iOS Software, and IPSW files are basically just individual firmware downloads for specific iOS devices. These files can be used to update iOS devices manually with the…

osxdaily.com

To get the ipsw file use a trusted site, I would recommend ipsw dot me.

Thank you so much, this is perfect!! I really appreciate your help.