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Prestige23 Author

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iPhone SE asking for passcode to perform software update. Which passcode do I enter?

I am trying to do an update but it’s asking for a passcode, I’ve tried my Apple passcode but nothing happens.

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iPhone SE, iOS 15

Posted on Sep 19, 2023 12:35 AM

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Phil0124

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Posted on Sep 19, 2023 10:23 AM

Normally its the screen unlock passcode. If you have Sceen Time set up, it may be requesting the Screen Time passcode if one is set.

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