Got a IPad 2 mini,,wifi button not working and it is grayed out, also bluetooth icon is spinning even though it is toggled off.. I did all the resets..What next?
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IPAD 2 WiFi not working
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liznarf
, Jul 25 2016 03:28 PM
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Posted 25 July 2016 - 07:13 PM
I did all the resets
What do mean by this? Reset all setting? Erase all content and settings? Reset network settings?
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Posted 25 July 2016 - 08:30 PM
Yes BC Advisor,, i did the "reset all" and the "reset network settings"
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Posted 26 July 2016 - 12:37 AM
Has it been grayed out since taking it out of box? if so, I would return it. Sounds like damaged wifi antenna. If not, did it happen after a update?
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Posted 26 July 2016 - 02:11 PM
Basically the iphone software can't tell the wifi chip, which has Bluetooth too, to won't turn on. If you have tried all the normal software repair options, then it is probably hardware. I know with Iphones it happens a lot because the wifi antenna is attached internally to the headphone jack, which is prone to wear and tear. Not sure if it works the same way with Ipad mini's though. If it is still under warranty, I would suggest opening a case with Apple Care.
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Posted 26 July 2016 - 02:14 PM
I was hoping it was something minor,,probably not worth fixing,,Thanks
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Posted 27 July 2016 - 09:07 PM
As suggested by Trikein, I suspect it is a hardware issue.
About the only other thing to try is the "Restore" function in iTunes. This will wipe the iPad and install the latest version of the firmware for that iPad.
About the only other thing to try is the "Restore" function in iTunes. This will wipe the iPad and install the latest version of the firmware for that iPad.
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Posted 29 July 2016 - 10:36 PM
Took it to the Apple Store, they said it was a hardware issue.. Got a $90 trade in allowance and bought a Ipad4....Thanks everybody
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