Facing an iPad that won’t turn on can be worrisome, but often, the solution is simpler than you might think. Before considering a visit to the technical service, here are some quick fixes you can try at home to breathe life back into your device.
Charge Your iPad:
If your iPad has been inactive for a while, its battery might be completely drained, preventing it from turning on immediately. Connect it to the original charger and wait. It might take a bit longer than usual to show signs of life, especially if it’s been off for an extended period. Patience is key here; avoid pressing the power button repeatedly during this time.
Force Restart:
A force restart can resolve temporary glitches preventing your iPad from booting up. The method varies slightly depending on your iPad model:
- For iPad, iPad Mini, or iPad Air: Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds until the Apple logo appears.
- For iPad Pro (models without a Home button): Quickly press and release the volume up button, then the volume down button, and finally, press and hold the power button until the Apple logo shows up.
Enter Recovery Mode:
Should the force restart not work, putting your iPad into recovery mode and reinstalling the software might do the trick. This process doesn’t erase your data if you follow the steps correctly:
- Connect your iPad to a computer and open the latest version of iTunes.
- Enter recovery mode by quickly pressing the volume up button, then the volume down button, and pressing and holding the power button until the recovery mode screen appears.
- Follow the on-screen instructions in iTunes to reinstall the software.
If these steps don’t revive your iPad, it’s best to seek help from Apple’s technical service. Remember, DIY repairs or unauthorized service can void your warranty.
Prevention Tips:
To avoid similar issues in the future:
- Charge your iPad before the battery drops below 20%.
- Turn it off completely if you won’t be using it for several days.
- Keep it away from moisture and use only original charging accessories.
- Stay on top of operating system updates to minimize glitches.
By following these tips, you’ll not only fix an unresponsive iPad but also take proactive steps to prevent future occurrences.
