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Q: Ipad Pro 4G/LTE Connectivity Issue

I've just purchased an iPad Pro in Australia w/Cellular.

 

When on 4G it drops to 1 signal bar and then drops Cellular connection all together, then comes back online on 3G and is happy until it tries to switch to 4G. I've taken the sim out of the iPad Pro and put it into my iPad Air and 4G has full signal and works flawlessly. I've also change the sim to another carrier on the iPad pro Telstra > Optus and I experience the same issue.

 

The iPad itself and Wifi works perfectly, it is only affecting 4G.

 

Is anyone else experiencing this drop out type issue when on 4G?

iPad, iOS 9.2, iPad Pro

Posted on Dec 9, 2015 7:16 PM

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Q: Ipad Pro 4G/LTE Connectivity Issue

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  • by pedro d,

    pedro d pedro d Dec 11, 2015 7:16 AM in response to wynnst0n
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    Dec 11, 2015 7:16 AM in response to wynnst0n

    Hello there, wynnst0n.

     

    It seems you're having issues with cellular connectivity with your new iPad Pro. You've taken some good steps in troubleshooting, so far and might find some additional recommendations in the following Knowledge Base article:

     

    If you can‘t connect to a cellular network or cellular data

     

    If you see No Service or Searching on your device, or can't connect to a cellular network or cellular data, follow these steps: 

    1. Check your coverage area to make sure that you're in an area with cellular network coverage. 
         
      • If you can't connect to a cellular network on your iPhone, make sure that cellular data is on in Settings > Cellular. On your iPad, go to Settings > Cellular Data.
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      • If you're traveling internationally, make sure that your device is set up for data roaming. Go to Settings > Cellular > Data Roaming.
         
    2. Restart your iPhone or iPad.
    3. Check for a Carrier Settings Update.
    4. Take out the SIM card and put it back in. If the SIM card is damaged, or doesn't fit in the SIM tray, contact your carrier.
    5. Reset your Network Settings. Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before.
    6. If you have another device, see if you can connect your carrier's network with it in that location.
    7. Contact your carrier to: 
         
      • Verify that your account is active and in good standing.
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      • Make sure there are no outages in your area.
      •  
      • Check that your device isn't blocked from receiving cellular services and is set up with the right data plan.
    8. Update your iPhone or iPad to the latest version of iOS.

    If you still can't connect to a cellular network, and have confirmed with your carrier that there isn't an issue with your account or network, try restoring your device.

    If you can connect to 3G but not 4G LTE

    Make sure that your device is compatible with LTE. Go to Settings > Cellular > Enable LTE. Identify your iPhone and compare its model number with the list of supported LTE carriers for your country or location. Or identify your iPad and compare its model number with the list of supported LTE carriers for your country location. LTE options might vary depending on your carrier's network.

     

    Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.

     

    Kind Regards.

  • by wynnst0n,

    wynnst0n wynnst0n Dec 12, 2015 3:08 AM in response to pedro d
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    Dec 12, 2015 3:08 AM in response to pedro d

    Thanks for your detailed response.

     

    I have since dealt with Apple Care and have gone in to a store to have the iPad replaced. Unfortunately in my case, we were unable to fix the issue as it appears to be a faulty cellular module inside the iPad itself.

     

    Apple are replacing the whole unit next week. Please feel free to mark this discussion as closed.

  • by pedro d,

    pedro d pedro d Dec 12, 2015 6:14 AM in response to wynnst0n
    Community Specialists
    Dec 12, 2015 6:14 AM in response to wynnst0n

    Hello again, wynnst0n.

     

    Thanks for the follow-up response. I'm glad you've been able to work toward a resolution of your issue. 

     

    Sincerely.