How do I reset a new iPad to its original state after an unsuccessful setup?

I tried to set up new iPad and it wouldn't connect with old one to transfer. So I tried connecting it to my MacBook Air -big mistake. It is now set up like my laptop. I need to erase the new iPad and start over. How do I do that?




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Original Title: Reset to original


Posted on Feb 24, 2026 11:56 AM

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Posted on Feb 24, 2026 1:08 PM

karenfromoakley wrote:

I tried to set up new iPad and it wouldn't connect with old one to transfer. So I tried connecting it to my MacBook Air -big mistake. It is now set up like my laptop. I need to erase the new iPad and start over. How do I do that?



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Original Title: Reset to original

follow steps here https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201065

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Feb 24, 2026 1:08 PM in response to karenfromoakley

karenfromoakley wrote:

I tried to set up new iPad and it wouldn't connect with old one to transfer. So I tried connecting it to my MacBook Air -big mistake. It is now set up like my laptop. I need to erase the new iPad and start over. How do I do that?



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Original Title: Reset to original

follow steps here https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201065

How do I reset a new iPad to its original state after an unsuccessful setup?

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