September 28th, 2021 Show From TV shows and movies to the latest news and our favorite books, our iPad® tablets keep us informed and entertained no matter where we are. But when the screen is disabled, we can miss out on important information—like what happens in the next episode of Ted Lasso. Don't worry—at Asurion, when tech breaks, we fix it. From faulty touchscreens to outdated software, our experts have your iPad issues covered. Here's their guide to why your iPad is disabled and what you can do to fix it. Why is my iPad disabled?If you've entered the wrong passcode too many times, your iPad will disable itself to protect you from hackers or thieves. But what happens if it was accidentally disabled by a child or friend? Unfortunately, your iPad can't tell the difference—after the 10th attempt, it will auto-lock to block a security breach. Luckily, there are steps you can take to restore or reset it. If your iPad has the dreaded disabled message, here's how to bring it back to life. How to fix a disabled iPad with iTunesTo use this method, all you'll need is a computer with the iTunes® app and the charging cable that came with your iPad. 1. Put your iPad in recovery modeThis will allow you to bypass the passcode on your screen. For iPads without a Home button:
For iPads with a Home button:
Keep your tablet in one piece Because your tablet keeps the whole family entertained. If it breaks, visit our store or make an appointment to get a quick repair by trained experts. Schedule a repair 2. Restore your deviceDoing this will erase your iPad, but you can recover your personal files if you've previously synced your device to iTunes.
How to fix a disabled iPad without iTunesIf you're unable to access iTunes, you can also reset your iPad using iCloud®. To do this, you'll need to have previously set up the Find My™ app on your device. NOTE: This will delete all data from your iPad, but you can restore your information if you have an iCloud backup on your iPad. How to reset your iPad using iCloud
How to prevent your iPad from being disabled in the futureFollow these guidelines to keep your iPad running smoothly:
Tech is expensive. Protect it all.With the Asurion Home+ protection plan, we’ll cover all your favorite home tech—including your tablet—from breakdowns, defects and normal wear and tear, all for less than $1 per day. No receipts or registration forms required. To learn more about tablet protection, visit asurion.com/homeplus. *The Asurion® trademarks and logos are the property of Asurion, LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Asurion is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the respective owners of the other trademarks appearing herein.*
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