Apple ID Verification fails-can't reset iPad

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Apple ID Verification fails-can't reset iPad

I'm getting an old iPad ready to sell and want to erase content & settings. Can't do it (and can't simply reset or do anything), however, because when I enter my Apple ID password verification fails.

Question 1 - does it need to be connected to wifi for me to reset?

Question 2 - how can I log in if I'm entering it right and it's rejected? (I checked, yes, it's the right Apple ID and password)

iPad 2, iOS 7.1.2

Posted on Sep 17, 2016 7:10 PM

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raina_b22

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Sep 18, 2016 2:57 PM in response to PatsyKB51

Hello PatsyKB51,

Thanks for that info and choosing the Apple Support Communities. I know how important resetting this iPad is to you! Based on what you stated, it seems you may be having an issue because the iPad is not connected to the internet. Good news is you have a couple options to resolve this. First, you could connect your iPad to Wi-Fi and then erase content & settings again. If that doesn’t work, while the iPad is on Wi-Fi, you can erase it with the Find My iPhone feature from iCloud.com:

iCloud: Remove your device from Find My iPhone

You can also use iTunes on your Mac or PC to restore your iOS software to factory settings, as this process erases the information and settings on your device and installs a fresh copy of the latest iOS software.

Use iTunes on your Mac or PC to restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings

Cheers!

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PatsyKB51 Author

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Sep 18, 2016 2:58 PM in response to raina_b22

Thanks much! Awhile after posting, I had that lightbulb moment, connected to the internet and, voila, was able to log in.

But it's always good to have the answer out there for those of us who wonder why the refrigerator isn't running...when it's not plugged in or where our glasses are...when they're on our heads.

😝

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