Reset 1st generation iPad to factory default settings
What is the best way to clear my old 1st generation iPad to the factory settings. I have just purchased a new iPad 2, 4th generation.
iPad, iOS 5.1.1
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What is the best way to clear my old 1st generation iPad to the factory settings. I have just purchased a new iPad 2, 4th generation.
iPad, iOS 5.1.1
Go into the settings and 'erase all content and settings'
This restores your device to the out of box state.
If you have any info on there you want to keep, you will want to do a full sync and backup before you wipe it.
Go into the settings and 'erase all content and settings'
This restores your device to the out of box state.
If you have any info on there you want to keep, you will want to do a full sync and backup before you wipe it.
Two ways to restore to factory settings.
Normal Restore:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
Restore in recovery mode:
Reset 1st generation iPad to factory default settings