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This article will explain what to do when your iPad tells you to connect it to a computer. It will explain why it's happening and how to get it working again. iPad Passcode WoesAn iPad can become disabled from entering in the wrong passcode too many times (Passcode disabling happens to iPhone, too). When that happens, you'll see a message saying your iPad is disabled and to try again later—sometimes it says in a few seconds, sometimes in hours or days. No matter what the screen says, it really means wait a few minutes and try again. What Causes a Disabled iPad That Needs to be Connected to iTunes or Finder?When you see the message on an iPad's screen saying "iPad is Disabled Connect to iTunes" it's most likely caused by an operating system update that failed or other serious software problem. When that happens the iPad stops responding to anything you do and needs to be put into Recovery Mode to get it working again. How to Fix an iPad That Is Disabled and Says 'Connect to iTunes or Finder'When you see the connect-to-computer icons on your disabled iPad, follow these steps to unlock it and return it to working order: There are different steps depending on what computer you are using. We'll point out the differences so no matter what you have, you can still get your iPad working again.
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Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe How do you unlock an iPad that is disabled and says connect to iTunes?Unlock Disabled iPad with iTunes. If you are a Windows user, open iTunes. And if you are a Mac user, open Finder.. Boot the iPad in Recovery Mode using the buttons. The method differs for iPads with Touch ID and those with Face ID. ... . Locate the device on the computer. ... . From the options that appear, select Restore.. How do I get my iPad out of Disabled mode without iTunes?Go to iCloud.com on a computer or another device > Log in to your iCloud account (Apple ID). Click on “Find iPhone” > Click on the “All Devices” option > Select the device that has been disabled > Click “Erase iPhone”. Afterward, your device will reset back to factory settings and all data will be removed.
How do I get my iPad out of Disabled mode?How to fix a disabled iPad without iTunes. Go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple® ID and password.. Click on the Find [device] icon and select your iPad from the All Devices list.. Click Erase iPad, then click Erase again to confirm.. Once your iPad restarts, enter your Apple ID and password.. |