Hi jon6222jc,
We'd like to help you find the best resolution path for issues with connecting to Wi-Fi. A restore should not be required in troubleshooting this type of problem, and starting with the steps in If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't connect to a Wi-Fi network - Apple Support which will show the following steps:
- Make sure that your router is on and you're within range
2.Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and you can see your network
3.If asked, enter your Wi-Fi password
4.Check for issues with your Wi-Fi network
5.Check your cables and connections
6.Restart
In addition to these steps will also show how to reset network settings and this should help provide a solution when all other steps do not work. If you continue to have issues, you can reach out to Apple Support
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