In the life of almost every person, small problems or questions arise, the answer to which not everyone knows, but only dedicated people. Situations with various techniques serve as a striking example. Not everyone can figure out how to disable the accidentally activated function on the phone, how to deal with intrusive subscriptions, and the like.
Today we will talk about a rather popular problem that many owners of Apple devices face: the message "iPad is disconnected, connect to iTunes." What to do? To begin with, it’s worthwhile to understand the reasons for such a device lock.
"IPad is disconnected, connect to iTunes." What to do?
This error occurs when the iPad or iPhone is locked with a four-digit password. Selecting a code to unlock the device, you can enter it only 6 times incorrectly, after which the iPad will lock for exactly one minute. If you enter the password incorrectly, the iPad will be blocked after 10 attempts to enter the password incorrectly.
Such situations happen very often, users of iPad, iPad mini, iPhone and some iPod models face them. Not everyone can keep in mind a lot of passwords, appearances and even a lot of information. Banally forgetting the unlock code, the owners begin to frantically pick it up at random. Or children playing with a tablet, phone or player will find a lot of unnecessary keys. Although it is possible that it really will be a scammer trying to hack an expensive gadget in order to completely take possession of it.
All this leads to blocking when the display says "iPad is disconnected, connect to iTunes." What to do in this case?
In fact, faced with such a problem, do not despair. There is always a way out, the main thing is to be able to find it, isn't it? You can solve this situation with the iPad, iPad mini, iPhone and iPod in two fairly simple ways.
1. Password selection on the lock screen
The simplest method is precisely the selection. A huge advantage of this method is the complete safety of data stored on a device that is locked. That is, in the event that a backup copy of the device has not been created. The disadvantage of this method is that from time to time it will be necessary to reset the number of typed attempts via iTunes, which will work only with a device familiar to it. That is, if the gadget was previously connected to this computer, otherwise iTunes simply will not see it. Still, the iPad does not connect to iTunes?
2. Password reset via iTunes
If point number 1 does not help, and the device cannot connect to iTunes, then you need to do it forcibly. In smartphones, tablets and players from Apple there is a special mode - DFU, which is intended for flashing the device.
- The first thing to take care of is to download and install the latest version of iTunes.
- You need to connect the iPad to the computer with iTunes in the off state.
- Now you need to enter DFU mode by long pressing the HOME button (off the gadget!) And then pressing the power button. It is worth noting that you need to hold the buttons for 10-15 seconds.
- Next, the iTunes page appears on the computer’s monitor screen, offering either to update the device or restore it. Often, the latest versions of the operating system are already installed on tablets and smartphones, so you need to click the "Restore ..." button.
- If the “Refresh” button is lit, and the user knows that there is such an opportunity, it is better to update your gadget, since in this case all data is saved. Upon recovery, all user information will be deleted.
Important! You never need to click the “Update” button if the jailbreak is installed on the device (Cydia store on the screen). To flash such phones or tablets, you need to use recovery.
Device update via DFU mode
Updating the device via DFU mode allows you to avoid some software errors. This is an effective way to replace the old version of the operating system with new versions. The update steps are almost the same:
- Download the current version of iTunes.
- Download the updated version of the operating system.
- When turned off, connect to iTunes.
- Press the HOME button, after 5 seconds, press and hold the power button. This operation takes 10-15 seconds.
- Next, iTunes will find the device and display the corresponding icon.
- While holding the Shift button on the keyboard, select “Restore”.
- A window appears in which you need to select the firmware in .ipsw format
- Select the firmware file and click "Open", after which the process of installing the firmware will be started.
Here are some simple ways to unlock the device on iOS. Now, faced with the inscription on the screen "iPad is disconnected, connect to iTunes", what to do, the user knows for sure. A little time, and the problem is resolved. And in order to prevent such situations again, you need to change some settings on the device.
How to disable the "Erase data" function
1. You need to open the settings on the device (iPad setup).
2. Next, you need to find and open the section “Touch ID and password” or “Password” (depending on the device).
3. Then scroll to the very bottom and set the “Erase data” switch to the off position (in this case, the bar will be gray; if it is green, the function is active).
In order not to lose the accumulated data in case of emergency, you need to configure the backup of the device to your computer via iTunes or directly in iCloud.
ICloud Backup
- You need to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
- Then go to the settings, then to the iCloud section - “Backup”.
- The backup switch must be active. If not, you need to put it in the on position.
- Click “Back up” and wait for the download process. It is important not to disable the Wi-Fi network.
This type of backup can be performed automatically, but provided that the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and a power source. If there is enough storage space and the screen is locked, a copy will be created in iCloud. Many put the phone at night to charge. During this time, he manages to create a copy. But you need to monitor the free space in iCloud.
ITunes Backup
- Connect your device to iTunes.
- On the main page of the device in iTunes, click "Create a copy now."
- Wait for the download process.
In backing up information of this type, it is also possible to automatically create copies of the device each time it is connected to a computer. To do this, on the main page you need to select the appropriate column. This is very convenient, so many people around the world use these tips in everyday life!
And most importantly, you need to remember that all passwords should always be stored in an inaccessible place. Experts advise you to always set your Apple ID profile in the "Find iPhone" function to increase security. This function also allows you to find your device both in a banal situation of losing it at home (when the search function is activated, the device gives a signal indicating its location), and when the gadget is stolen or lost (from the personal account of icloud.com website, it is possible to determine the location of the device on the map).