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I’ve connected my iPad to iTunes and began updating it. But I have become stuck on a screen saying “preparing iPad for software update” how do I fix this

iPad, iPadOS 14

Posted on Mar 10, 2021 2:29 AM

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See If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support.

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See If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support.

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