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I can’t run my I pad it said it may take a few minutes to set up Apple ID but it has been 1hour

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iPad Air, iPadOS 16

Posted on Aug 14, 2023 8:08 AM

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Posted on Aug 14, 2023 8:18 AM

You photo suggests that either:

a) the setup process has stalled, or

b) Apple’s servers are unable to create your AppleID account


Apple’s System Status page is not at this time showing any faults/issues that may affect AppleID account creation:

Apple - Support - System Status


If the problem doesn’t clear of its own accord, you will have no alternative other than to restart your iPad - and then try again:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.




If you continue to experience difficulties, you will need to seek assistance directly from from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


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Aug 14, 2023 8:18 AM in response to Snowyphoo

You photo suggests that either:

a) the setup process has stalled, or

b) Apple’s servers are unable to create your AppleID account


Apple’s System Status page is not at this time showing any faults/issues that may affect AppleID account creation:

Apple - Support - System Status


If the problem doesn’t clear of its own accord, you will have no alternative other than to restart your iPad - and then try again:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.




If you continue to experience difficulties, you will need to seek assistance directly from from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


I can’t run my I pad it said it may take a few minutes to set up Apple ID but it has been 1hour

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