Verification Failed there is an error connecting to the Apple ID server

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Verification Failed there is an error connecting to the Apple ID server

I’m trying to erase all information from an old iPhone 7 Plus that I have and I keep getting the message verification failed there is an error connecting to Apple ID server. This phone has been out of use since 2018. Is there anything I can do?

iPhone 7 Plus

Posted on Jul 5, 2021 11:35 AM

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sberman

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Jul 5, 2021 1:04 PM in response to TrpltMom

If the iPhone has no SIM card, try placing a SIM card in it. Then repeat the process.

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TrpltMom Author

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Jul 5, 2021 2:48 PM in response to sberman

Thank you for responding! I’ll try that out!

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Verification Failed there is an error connecting to the Apple ID server

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