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disabled ipad

My ipad is disabled and I have been attempting to fix through itunes but i only get as far as the system advising me that I need to unlock the ipad which of course is the problem. help

iPad Mini Wi-Fi, iOS 11.0.3

Posted on Dec 11, 2017 11:22 AM

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Dec 11, 2017 11:35 AM in response to ratproblem

If you are referring the opening lock screen passcode:


Forget Passcode or Restore Device


If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple

How to erase your iOS device & then set it up as a new device or restore it from backups


If the above doesnt work for you, then:


Follow these steps to place your iOS device into recovery mode. If your iOS device is already in recovery mode, you can proceed immediately to step 6.

1. Disconnect the USB cable from the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and leave

one end of the cable connected to your computer's USB port.

2. Turn off the device: Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button for a few seconds

until the red slider appears, then slide the slider. Wait for the device to turn off.


* If you cannot turn off the device using the slider, press and hold the

Sleep/Wake and Home buttons at the same time. When the device turns off,

release the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons.


3. While pressing and holding the Home button, reconnect the USB cable to the

device. The device should turn on. Note: If you see the battery charge warning,

let the device charge for at least ten minutes, and then start with step 2 again.

4. Continue holding the Home button until you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen.

When this screen appears you can release the Home button:

5. If necessary, open iTunes. You should see the following "recovery mode" alert:

6. Use iTunes to restore the device.


If you don't see the "Connect to iTunes" screen, try these steps again. If you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen but the device does not appear in iTunes, see this article and its related links.


If you are referring to the Find My Phone Activation Lock:


Activation Lock Problem


If you purchased the device second-hand, then it is useless without the Apple ID and password to which it is locked. If you don't have it, can't remember it or cannot get it, then the device is useless to you. Try to get your money refunded, if you can, or take it to an Apple store for an exchange provided they will help you. If you are the original owner then take the device, a copy of your purchase receipt and identity proof to an Apple retailer where they may be able to assist you.


Find My iPhone Activation Lock

If you can't activate your iPhone - Apple Support


Otherwise:


Apple ID Has Been Disabled

  1. If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled
  2. If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support
  3. Apple ID is Disabled - Apple Club
  4. Apple ID- "This Apple ID has been disabled for security reasons" alert appears
  5. Contact Support

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