Apple iPad (3rd generation) iOS 7

Apple iPad (3rd generation)

iOS 7

I can't turn on my tablet - Apple iPad (3rd generation) iOS 7

Cause 8 of 10: The lock code is turned on

The lock code is used to protect your tablet from unauthorised use. When the lock code is turned on, it needs to be entered every time you turn on your tablet.

Solution: Key in the lock code. You can now turn off the lock code. If you've forgotten the lock code, contact the tablet manufacturer for assistance.

Step 1 of 10

Find "Passcode Lock"

Press Settings.

Step 2 of 10

Find "Passcode Lock"

Press General.

Step 3 of 10

Find "Passcode Lock"

Press Passcode Lock.

Apple iPad (3rd generation) iOS 7
Step 4 of 10

Select option

Select one of the following options:
Turn on lock code, go to 2a.
Turn off lock code, go to 2b.

Step 5 of 10

2a - Turn on lock code

Press Turn Passcode On.
Key in a lock code of your own choice.
Key in the same lock code again.

Step 6 of 10

2a - Turn on lock code

Press Require Passcode.

Step 7 of 10

2a - Turn on lock code

Press Immediately or the required interval.

Step 8 of 10

2a - Turn on lock code

Press Passcode Lock to go back to the settings.

Step 9 of 10

2b - Turn off lock code

Press Turn Passcode Off.
Key in the lock code.

Step 10 of 10

Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

1 Find "Passcode Lock"

Press Settings.
Press General.
Press Passcode Lock.

2 Select option

Select one of the following options:
Turn on lock code, go to 2a.
Turn off lock code, go to 2b.
Apple iPad (3rd generation) iOS 7

3 2a - Turn on lock code

Press Turn Passcode On.
Key in a lock code of your own choice.
Key in the same lock code again.
Press Require Passcode.
Press Immediately or the required interval.
Press Passcode Lock to go back to the settings.

4 2b - Turn off lock code

Press Turn Passcode Off.
Key in the lock code.

5 Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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