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Ipad 2

My ipad says it could not be activated connect to itunes . how do i do this


iPad 2, iOS 9

Posted on Mar 20, 2021 6:56 AM

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Posted on Mar 20, 2021 7:03 AM

We see regular reports of issues activating 9 year old iPad2 devices. 


You may have greater chance of success if you connect your iPad to a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS). Once connected to your computer, your iPad will be detected - and you should be able to activate using iTunes.


  1. Make sure that you have the latest version of macOS or the latest version of iTunes.
  2. Check that your computer has an Internet connection.
  3. With the cable that came with your iPad, connect your iPad to your computer. Locate your device on your computer.
  4. Wait while your computer detects and activates your iPad:
    • If you see an alert that shows "Set up as New" or "Restore from Backup", it means your iPad is activated.
    • If you get an error message that says the "activation information was invalid" or "activation information could not be obtained from the device", use recovery mode to restore your iPhone.



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Mar 20, 2021 7:03 AM in response to Panda55

We see regular reports of issues activating 9 year old iPad2 devices. 


You may have greater chance of success if you connect your iPad to a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS). Once connected to your computer, your iPad will be detected - and you should be able to activate using iTunes.


  1. Make sure that you have the latest version of macOS or the latest version of iTunes.
  2. Check that your computer has an Internet connection.
  3. With the cable that came with your iPad, connect your iPad to your computer. Locate your device on your computer.
  4. Wait while your computer detects and activates your iPad:
    • If you see an alert that shows "Set up as New" or "Restore from Backup", it means your iPad is activated.
    • If you get an error message that says the "activation information was invalid" or "activation information could not be obtained from the device", use recovery mode to restore your iPhone.



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