Possible Boot Loop? Unable to tell

I have a 7th gen Ipad. Last Friday (6 days ago as of writing this post), my ipad suddenly died at 40% battery and then proceeded to repeatedly flash the apple logo upon attempting to charge it. I left it charging for hours, almost days. I even bought a new charger for the ipad, switched outlets due to my current location having loose outlets, but every time I plug my ipad in to charge, the flashing happens. It does not respond to a restart of any kind. It only stops flashing when I enter DFU mode, but I cannot update it from my computer. I would like to know if this can be fixed. Thank you.

Posted on Jul 15, 2026 12:28 PM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2026 2:19 PM

If your iPad is stuck is a boot-loop, you’ll need to resolve this specific issue - which may entail “restoring” the most recent version of iPadOS to the iPad.


These support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support


To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed - or the more recent Apple Devices App) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support


Apple Devices App (Windows PC):

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9np83lwlpz9k?hl=en-ms&gl=MS


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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Jul 17, 2026 2:19 PM in response to silver189

If your iPad is stuck is a boot-loop, you’ll need to resolve this specific issue - which may entail “restoring” the most recent version of iPadOS to the iPad.


These support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support


To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed - or the more recent Apple Devices App) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support


Apple Devices App (Windows PC):

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9np83lwlpz9k?hl=en-ms&gl=MS


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Possible Boot Loop? Unable to tell

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