Apple iPad (8th Generation)

Apple iPad (8th Generation)

iPadOS 17

I can't turn on my Apple iPad (8th Generation) iPadOS 17

Cause 3 of 3: Your tablet isn't turned on correctly

To be able to turn on your tablet, it needs to be done correctly.

Solution: See how to turn on your tablet.

Step 1 of 5

Turn on your tablet

Press and hold On/Off until your tablet is turned on.

Step 2 of 5

Turn on your tablet

Press the Home key.

Step 3 of 5

Enter your PIN

If your SIM is locked, key in your PIN and press OK.

Step 4 of 5

Turn off your tablet

Press and hold On/Off until the power off icon is displayed.

Step 5 of 5

Turn off your tablet

Press and drag the power off icon right.

1 Turn on your tablet

Press and hold On/Off until your tablet is turned on.
Press the Home key.

2 Enter your PIN

If your SIM is locked, key in your PIN and press OK.
If an incorrect PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM will be blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. You can get the PUK by calling customer services on 191 from a Vodafone mobile phone. If you're using a land line, you need to dial 03333 040 191. Please note: If you key in the wrong PUK ten times in a row, your SIM will be blocked permanently. In this case, you need a new SIM from Vodafone.

3 Turn off your tablet

Press and hold On/Off until the power off icon is displayed.
Press and drag the power off icon right.

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