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Computer Help and Support

NCIndie

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1. I recently went through this with an ancient iPad from a deceased parent.

Reply to Susan Calvin (Original post)

Tue Nov 7, 2023, 06:04 PM

Nov 2023

The "home key" is the round button on the bottom/edge of the iPad. Press that, and you should get to the login screen. You'll need your old pass code of 4 to 6 digits, depending on the iPad. Do you know your code for that iPad?

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Problem logging on to small older iPad [View all] Susan Calvin Nov 2023 OP

I recently went through this with an ancient iPad from a deceased parent. NCIndie Nov 2023 #1

I do know the passcode. Susan Calvin Nov 2023 #4

Home key on iPad varies, but ... unc70 Nov 2023 #2

Oh wait, it's on the display, not a physical button? Susan Calvin Nov 2023 #5

Do you live near an Apple Store? If so, make an appointment with spooky3 Nov 2023 #3

Thank you so much. Susan Calvin Nov 2023 #6

I found it! Susan Calvin Nov 2023 #7

Why didn't I turn it off and back on to begin with, you may well ask. Susan Calvin Nov 2023 #8