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Can I use Apple iPad Pro 2021 with 5G off on Wi-Fi network?

If the Wi-Fi network is 5G, can the settings be configured on the new iPad Pro to not run on a 5G band but on a lower band instead?


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iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on May 29, 2021 9:37 PM

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Posted on May 31, 2021 7:10 AM

Hi Javier786,


Got it! If the Wi-Fi network is 5GHz only, there wouldn't be a way to change the Wi-Fi settings on the iPad to connect on a 2.4GHz band. Some routers are multi-band and transmit both a 2.4 GHz network as well as 5 GHz. If the router is transmitting both bands on separate networks, you would be able to connect to the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and tap "Forget This Network" for the 5 GHz band to prevent the iPad Pro from connecting.


All the best.

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May 31, 2021 7:10 AM in response to Javier786

Hi Javier786,


Got it! If the Wi-Fi network is 5GHz only, there wouldn't be a way to change the Wi-Fi settings on the iPad to connect on a 2.4GHz band. Some routers are multi-band and transmit both a 2.4 GHz network as well as 5 GHz. If the router is transmitting both bands on separate networks, you would be able to connect to the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and tap "Forget This Network" for the 5 GHz band to prevent the iPad Pro from connecting.


All the best.

May 30, 2021 3:46 PM in response to Javier786

Hi Javier786,


We understand you have some questions about iPad Pro connecting to the internet, and we're happy to help out.


So we're on the same page, are you asking about connecting a iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular to a 5G cellular network, or a 5GHz broadband Wi-Fi network? When connecting to a cellular data network, you may see the option in Settings > Cellular to use LTE Only. This will restrict the iPad Pro to an LTE network even when 5G is available. We have more information here:


Connect iPad to the internet


Use 5G with your iPad


If we've misunderstood your question in any way, please let us know and we'll continue to assist.


Have a great day.

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