iPad connected to wifi in settings but no icon

my iPad just started acting wonky. There is no icon saying the wifi is connected but when you go into settings the network is ticked and looks happy. When I forget the network and sign back in it usually connects (not always) but then drops it. I tried from another discussion to turn on airplane mode and do not disturb - shut down 10 minutes - restart turn off airplane and dnd it connected then lost it again.

iPad

Posted on Jul 25, 2018 8:46 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Jul 26, 2018 12:22 AM

Hi

Turn your router off for 20 /30 seconds when it's back on go to settings on ipad down to reset Reset network settings After reset enter your router wireless key.

If you still have a problem make an appointment at Apple store or authorised apple repairer.

You could have a faulty antenna.

Cheers

Brian 🇬-1F1E7;

3 replies

Jul 25, 2018 10:50 PM in response to L0r1

Had similar problem on my new iPad. I had two connections offered by my comcast router: 2.4 and 5.0. On the iPad I connected to the 5.0 and the Problem disappeared. My windows gear could’t see the 5.0 connection so I had to do a router admin function to change the ‘channel’ from ‘auto’ to ‘1’. Other channels are available but only 3 were recommended...I picked ‘1’. If you need help on the router channel change, please let me know. Good luck!

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

iPad connected to wifi in settings but no icon

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.