Resetting iPad 1

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Resetting iPad 1

I just received a used ipad1 and to be on the safe side I performed a hard reset to get rid of all old data. Is there a way to get around needing iTunes to finish setting up the iPad?

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Posted on Feb 22, 2013 4:59 PM

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Answer 1

Feb 22, 2013 5:02 PM in response to HarleyIron883

No. Sounds like the iPad was not running the latest OS available for it (for the 1st gen, that would be iOS 5.1.1). In iOS 5 and later, the device can be set up-- on the device. In older versions, iTunes is required. Do you not own or have access to a computer?

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Answer 2

Feb 22, 2013 5:44 PM in response to stevejobsfan0123

Not one with iTunes on it. I am running a linux box using Fedora 17. I am trying to download and install iTunes for windows under wine but I am having some difficulty doing that. So I was seeking an alternative.

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Answer 3

Feb 22, 2013 5:49 PM in response to HarleyIron883

Well, you're going to need iTunes, so hopefully you know someone who has a Windows or Mac machine, or maybe even try your local public library...

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