Unable to connect iPad Mini to Wifi as of this morning

restart ipad

restart router

try again

WiFi Troublshooting

Is this happening with one particular network or with all? Make sure iOS is updated on the device.

Try this:

Reboot ipad by pressing and holding both the home and sleep/wake buttons at the same time until the apple logo appears on the screen, then let go. Then try to connect to network.

Go to settings, turn wifi off. Toggle airplane mode on/off. Make sure bluetooth is off. Turn on wif (airplane mode off). Try to connect.

Go to settings/genreral/reset/reset network settings. Then try to connect to network.

If its your home router, then reboot router by unplugging for 5-10min. (do this while you're resetting network settings).

If problem persists, then check for firmware updates on your router.(you check router manufacturer suppot website for downloads and instructions).

Since its a new device, and probably still eligible for tech phone support, I would call 1-800-APL-CARE.

Or take it an apple retail store.

It seems we are both having the same problem. Ipad mini was fine until I downloaded the 6.0.2 update. Tried everything suggested on this page and still no luck. Hopefully Apple will release another update soon.

Some things to try first:

1. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord for 30 seconds or longer) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.

2. Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.

3. Change the channel on your wireless router (Auto or Channel 6 is best). Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html

4. Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.

5. Renew IP Address: (especially if you are droping internet connection)

• Launch Settings app

• Tap on Wi-Fi

• Tap on the blue arrow of the Wi-Fi network that you connect to from the list

• In the window that opens, tap on the Renew Lease button

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iOS 6 Wifi Problems/Fixes

Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems?

http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/

Did iOS 6 Screw Your Wi-Fi? Here’s How to Fix It

http://gizmodo.com/5944761/does-ios-6-have-a-wi+fi-bug

How To Fix Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue After Upgrading To iOS 6

http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html

iOS 6 iPad 3 wi-fi "connection fix" for netgear router

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0

Apple's iOS 6 Wi-Fi problems

http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/

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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

WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/

How to Fix: My iPad Won't Connect to WiFi

http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/How-To-Fix-My-Ipad-Wont-Connect -To-Wi-Fi.htm

iOS: Connecting to the Internet http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1695

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

How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems

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

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

Fix Slow WiFi Issuehttps://discussions.apple.com/thread/2398063?start=60&tstart=0

How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issuehttp://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz

Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130

Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.

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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.

 Cheers, Tom 😉

I have only one network my Ipad Mini will not connect to, unfortunately it is at work. Everywhere else, McDonalds, coffee shops and at home it connects just fine. I have followed the steps on many forums and reset, rebooted, everything as well as downloading 6.0.2 and it still will not connect. My Iphone 4 works on all the above networks INCLUDING my work network as did my old Ipad1 that I sold ! Frustrating but that is how it is .... Love the Ipad Mini otherwise.

Watching for a fix ...

If you no issues connecting to other networks, then I would look towards the router at work. Do you have access to it so you can reboot it?

If you do, then unplug it for 5-10min and at the same time reset the network settins on the ipad.

hey guys,

same problem here,i'm using ipad mini 64gb wifi. i can't connect to any wifi, even failed to connect to my iphone's wifi.

i've tested with my ipad 2 64gb wifi, ipad 3 64gb 3g, iphone 4 and macbook pro retina...

all able to connect to the wifi routers(3com, netgear, smc) without any problem.

really wondering why.

been trying all the methods stated above.

please advise.

hi guys !

i'm experiencing the same problem too ! other devices works fine with the network except on my ipad mini

it also happened after updating to 6.0.2 which says that it fixes the wifi bug

but it seems it is not

i also noticed that usually after connecting the ipad , the ip would be 192.168.x.xxx but now its

169.254.xx.xxx ,

please , do something.

Thank you!
I am so so grateful to you for this solution!
I rebooted my router and my mini ipad and voila!!
We are connected and I am a very lucky Happy girl!

Merry Christmas!