How To Fix Error Unable To Request Shsh On 3utools When Top

Here’s a proper, clean post you can use on forums (like Reddit’s r/jailbreak, r/LegacyJailbreak), Discord, or any tech support site:

How to enter DFU Mode:

Here is a step-by-step guide to fixing this error. how to fix error unable to request shsh on 3utools when top

What Does "Top" Mean in 3uTools?

When you tick "Top" next to an iOS version in 3uTools, you are asking the software to automatically select the highest available iOS version that is still being signed by Apple for your device. Ironically, attempting to flash the "Top" version often triggers this error because:

Fix 6: Try a Different Computer

If none of the above works, the issue might be a deep-seated driver conflict or a corrupted iTunes installation on your PC. Here’s a proper, clean post you can use

Steps:

Did you mean "Top" as in "TOP" (The Onion Project) or something else?

If by "when top" in your prompt you meant "when trying to downgrade" or "when trying to flash", the steps above apply. Some security software blocks 3uTools’ network requests

✅ Fix 3: Disable antivirus / firewall temporarily

  • Some security software blocks 3uTools’ network requests.
  • Add 3uTools to the exception list or disable protection temporarily.

Method 7: Use "Expert Mode" and Fetch SHSH Locally

Instead of letting 3uTools request SHSH on the fly, you can manually fetch your device's SHSH blobs and save them locally.

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