Why can't I set up ipad 2 without a sim card ?

Setup new iPad

1. Slide to set up (Hello screen)

2. Select language

3. Select country

4. Select Wi-Fi Network

5. Enter Wi-Fi password

6. (a) Enable Location Service (b) Don't enable Location Service

7. Select

8. Enter Apple ID and Password

9. Terms and Conditions

10. Accept

11. (a) Use iCloud (b) Don't use iCloud

12. Select

13. (a) Create a Passcode (b) Don't Add Passcode

14. Select

15. Continue

16. Diagnostics

17. (a) Automatically Send (b) Don't Send

18. Select

19. Welcome to iPad

20. Get Started

21. Home Screen