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When I’m trying to sign into my Apple ID on my iPad it says {Verification Failed there was an error connecting to the Apple ID server} the iPad also will not let me sign onto wifi. The wifi icon does not show up in the top right corner at all.

Posted on Jan 10, 2022 1:30 PM

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Posted on Jan 10, 2022 1:53 PM

Hello Apple Community User,


Thank you for participating in Apple Discussions!


If you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection before trying to sign into your Apple ID, you will be unsuccessful. If the iPad refuses to connect to Wi-Fi, check out this info below:


If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't connect to a Wi-Fi...

  1. Make sure that your router is on and you're within range. ... 
  2. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and you can see your network. ... 
  3. If asked, enter your Wi-Fi password. ... 
  4. Check for issues with your Wi-Fi network. ... 
  5. Check your cables and connections. ... 
  6. Restart. ... 

Still can't connect? Visit this site then:


If Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi Network - Apple Support


If your iPad won’t log into your Apple ID after you are sure it is connected to a strong network, visit this link:


If You Can’t Sign-In to Your iCloud - Apple Support


If this doesn’t help, connect with Apple directly using the Apple Support link below, or the iPad Support link, also below.


Sincerely,


Captain


Links:


Apple Support


Direct Categories:


Mac Support


iPad Support


iPhone Support


Apple Watch Support


Apple TV Support


AirPods Support


Apple Music Support


Other Helpful Direct Links:


Apple Repair Support


Forgot Apple ID or Password Support


Upgrade to iCloud+ - Apple Support


Billing and Subscription Support


Apple Support YouTube Channel


Apple YouTube Channel

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Jan 10, 2022 1:53 PM in response to atikah244

Hello Apple Community User,


Thank you for participating in Apple Discussions!


If you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection before trying to sign into your Apple ID, you will be unsuccessful. If the iPad refuses to connect to Wi-Fi, check out this info below:


If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't connect to a Wi-Fi...

  1. Make sure that your router is on and you're within range. ... 
  2. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and you can see your network. ... 
  3. If asked, enter your Wi-Fi password. ... 
  4. Check for issues with your Wi-Fi network. ... 
  5. Check your cables and connections. ... 
  6. Restart. ... 

Still can't connect? Visit this site then:


If Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi Network - Apple Support


If your iPad won’t log into your Apple ID after you are sure it is connected to a strong network, visit this link:


If You Can’t Sign-In to Your iCloud - Apple Support


If this doesn’t help, connect with Apple directly using the Apple Support link below, or the iPad Support link, also below.


Sincerely,


Captain


Links:


Apple Support


Direct Categories:


Mac Support


iPad Support


iPhone Support


Apple Watch Support


Apple TV Support


AirPods Support


Apple Music Support


Other Helpful Direct Links:


Apple Repair Support


Forgot Apple ID or Password Support


Upgrade to iCloud+ - Apple Support


Billing and Subscription Support


Apple Support YouTube Channel


Apple YouTube Channel

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