My daughter changed her password on her iPad and she couldn't remember the new password. Now, the iPad is locked and I am trying to restore it but I get an error message: The iPad "iPad" could not be restored. An unknown error occurred (4041). What is causing this error message?
Hello Apple_Dad_Fixer,
Thank you for reaching out to Apple Support Communities, and we'll be happy to help in any way we can. We understand you're having issues with an error when trying to restore an iPad. To start, check out this link for details on what to do when you resceive an error when restoring a device here: If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support
"Update your Mac or PC
Update your Mac. Or if you have a PC, get updates from Microsoft. If you're using iTunes, make sure that you have the latest version of iTunes.
Plug your device directly into your computer
Plug your iPhone, iPad, or iPod directly into your computer's USB port (not into an attached keyboard or USB hub). Make sure that the cable is in good condition.
Make sure that your device is unlocked. If prompted, trust your device.
If you still see an error alert, try a different Apple USB cable or switch to a different USB port on your computer.
Restart your computer and your device
Turn off your computer, then turn it on again. Next, restart your device.
Learn how to restart your iPhone, restart your iPad, or restart your iPod touch.
Check your computer’s security software
You might need to update, change, or uninstall software that could be interfering with your computer's connection with iTunes.
Use a different computer
Update or restore your device on another computer that uses a different network.
If you still need help
Choose the error code that appears:
We hope this helps.
Cheers!
error (4041) during iPad restore
