Can’t activate iPad
How activate iPad bought and old original ownerID password
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t appears that you have purchased a used iPad from someone, and they have failed to remove it from their account and it is Activation Locked. The only way to remove the Activation Lock is for the original owner to remove it. If you know them and can contact them, let them know they need to perform these steps for you to be able to activate the device. What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
If you cannot contact the previous owner, then you have a non-functioning iPad and it is useless to you. The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community