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How do I restore my ipad if it says "the device cannot be found?

How do I restore my ipad if it says "the device cannot be found"?

iPad Air 2, iPadOS 13

Posted on Apr 25, 2021 5:18 PM

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Posted on Apr 26, 2021 4:38 AM

These resources may be helpful with troubleshooting:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support

If you can't back up your iOS or iPadOS device to a computer or restore it from a backup – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

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These resources may be helpful with troubleshooting:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support

If you can't back up your iOS or iPadOS device to a computer or restore it from a backup – Apple Support

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If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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How do I restore my ipad if it says "the device cannot be found?

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