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iPad 2 upgrade version 5.1, now no wifi

I upgraded my iPad 2 to vesion 5.1 before I left for hospital the other day and it hasn't connected to wifi since. Not my portable modem, free macas wifi or the home network. My iPhone and the other iPad in the house work just fine, it's just mine. I've rebooted it, reset the network and still nothing. It's very frustrating, is there anything I can do besides take a hammer to the pos??

iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iOS 5.1

Posted on May 4, 2012 2:44 AM

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May 10, 2012 5:19 PM in response to Nickhenrys

Look at iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398


iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304


iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199


Additional things to try.


Try this first. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.


Change the channel on your wireless router. Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html


Another thing to try - Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.


How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems

http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/


If none of the above suggestions work, look at this link.

iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes

http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/


Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE


 Cheers, Tom 😉

May 17, 2012 8:12 PM in response to Nickhenrys

I have the same issue. I did the latest iOS update and now no wifi at the house on ipad. Had no issues before the update. 2 iphones and an 2 ipods plus 2 windows laptops all connect to the internet over same wifi no issues. So I know it is not the router or network. What gives? I can see the network and it acts like it is connecting but does not.

May 17, 2012 9:41 PM in response to Diavonex

Yes, I rebooted router. All other devices still connected...no ipad

Yes, reset network settings on ipad. I even went as far as backing up ipad and restoring it. Still no connection.

Yes, It was set to WPA2 then I went to no security and the ipad saw it but it did not connect.

Trying to figure out if there is a way to go back to previous version. Not a happy camper right now.

Jun 13, 2012 6:32 PM in response to Nickhenrys

I upgraded my OS to 5.1.1 the day it first came out.


Now, weeks later, right as I'm playing a multiplayer game online, my wifi dies.


The iPad tries to scan for nearby networks, but doesn't pick up a single one...


The 'Choose a Network' is endlessly searching for a network.


I've turned wifi on/off.


Reset All Network Settings.


Reset and Erased all Content.


I'm lost.


The wifi antanea must have burnt out because it has been working flawlessly up to this point with the newest OS.

Jun 14, 2012 1:20 PM in response to Nickhenrys

Just got back from Apple Store. They verified it is a hardware issue and not software related.


I now have a 'remanufactured' iPad 2, which to me means refurbished.


Bummer, but at least I have connectivity again.


I'm def going to purchase the apple care warranty because my 1 year warranty is almost up, and the repair would have cost me $249.


Good luck.

Pete

iPad 2 upgrade version 5.1, now no wifi

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