This article will explain what to do when your iPad tells you to connect it to a computer. It will explain why it's happening and how to get it working again. Show iPad Passcode WoesAn iPad can become disabled from entering in the wrong passcode too many times (Passcode disabling happens to iPhone, too). When that happens, you'll see a message saying your iPad is disabled and to try again later—sometimes it says in a few seconds, sometimes in hours or days. No matter what the screen says, it really means wait a few minutes and try again. How to Unlock an iPad Without a Passcode What Causes a Disabled iPad That Needs to be Connected to iTunes or Finder?When you see the message on an iPad's screen saying "iPad is Disabled Connect to iTunes" it's most likely caused by an operating system update that failed or other serious software problem. When that happens the iPad stops responding to anything you do and needs to be put into Recovery Mode to get it working again. How to Fix an iPad That Is Disabled and Says 'Connect to iTunes or Finder'When you see the connect-to-computer icons on your disabled iPad, follow these steps to unlock it and return it to working order: There are different steps depending on what computer you are using. We'll point out the differences so no matter what you have, you can still get your iPad working again.
Don't have a computer? You can also erase and restore your iPad using iCloud. FAQ
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