How can I erase all content and settings without password
I just bought this iPad from my friend, when I try to erase all content and settings, it asked me about the password of his Apple ID password. But he already forgot it! So how can I erase everything back to the factory setting, like a brand new iPad, has nothing in it. Please help and thank you very much.
That is activation lock and cannot be bypassed. He will have to remember his password, or reset it so you can continue with the restore. There's no way around this as it is an anti theft feature to prevent thieves from being able to use the device. It would be pointless if you could bypass it.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1212
2. The Activation Lock (Apple ID and password). Your Apple ID and password are now required to erase the device - an anti-theft measure. Here's a writeup about that:
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH13695
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See this -. What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
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It sounds like a restrictions passcode may have been set up at some point. Take a look at the article below for more information.
iOS: Understanding Restrictions (parental controls)
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4213
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gomike! wrote:
when I dont remember my Apple ID password
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