You’ll need the assistance of the previous owner -,as without their help you’ll not be able to reuse the iPad. The previous owner needs to release the Activation Lock before you’ll be able to set-up the iPad. This procedure outlines the available methods to accomplish what needs to be done:
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Purchasing a pre-owned iPad is fraught with risk - as many are Activation Locked. An Activation Locked device can only be recovered by the previous owner whose AppleID previously and successfully set-up the iPad.
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Here is what Apple suggests when purchasing a used device:
Check for Activation Lock before you buy a device from someone else.
Before you buy an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, from someone other than Apple or an authorized Apple reseller, make sure that the device is erased and no longer linked to the previous owner’s account. Follow these steps to check if the device is ready to use:
- Turn on and unlock the device.
- If the passcode lock screen or the Home screen appears, the device hasn't been erased. Ask the seller to completely erase the device by going to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Don't take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it's been erased.
- Begin the device setup process.
- If you're asked for the previous owner’s Apple ID and password, the device is still linked to their account. Hand the device back to the seller and ask them to enter their password. If the previous owner isn't present, contact them as soon as possible and ask them to use a browser to remove the device from their account. Don't take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it has been removed from the previous owner’s account.
You will know that a device is ready for you to use when you're asked to "Set up your iPhone," “Set up your iPad," or “Set up your iPod” the first time you turn it on.