My iPad Mini doesn't turn on anymore, what should I do?

The iPad Mini combines practicality and functionality in the best possible way. Due to its small size, it can be transported anywhere and discreetly, while being more suitable for working, playing or reading than the smartphone. It is therefore the perfect compromise between the smartphone which is sometimes too small, and the normal tablet which is sometimes too large. However, like any other electronic object, it may, during its lifetime, encounter problems that may spoil the experience for you.

And when he does not want to light up any more, it is the tragedy. Fortunately, there are easy ways to fix it. This is what we will see today by answering the question: my iPad Mini no longer turns on, what should I do? Find out first the solutions to solve this problem quickly and by your hands. Then find out What to do if your iPad Mini no longer turns on despite your attempts.

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Solutions to fix an iPad Mini that won't turn on

When your iPad Mini doesn't turn on or charge, you should know that from many malfunctions may be the cause. Some of them are easily identifiable and repairable, and you will then be able to solve them by yourself thanks to the basic checks and operations that we will now see.

Force your iPad Mini to restart

When your iPad Mini no longer wants to turn on, the first reflex you must have is to proceed to a forced restart from your tablet. This procedure allows you to remove small iOS software bugs that can potentially interfere with the startup of your iPad Mini. This operation has no effect on the content of your device. Do not hesitate to do it even if you have no response from your screen or from your buttons.

To do this, nothing could be simpler. Hold down the Home button and the On / Off button at the same time for several seconds. The Apple logo should appear if the procedure works. In case you get no response and your iPad Mini is unresponsive, check out the following recommendations.

Check your tablet's charging

It may be that your iPad Mini no longer charging and consequently that he does not light up. Indeed, a malfunction in the charging process is the most common failure in electronic devices.

To check this, start by plugging in your tablet for 1 hour. Indeed, if your battery has a battery problem, or is simply fully discharged, it may take time to give back a sign of life. If it turns on again, you will need to be vigilant about the condition of its battery.

After plugging in your iPad Mini, and in the event that it has not restarted, you may find yourself facing two situations: the charging screen does not appear and the tablet does not turn on again or the screen asks you to plug your tablet into a power source.

In these two situations, you will then need to carry out the checks following:

  • Connect your iPad Mini with a other cable and another AC adapter.
  • Connect it to a other power source.
  • If your iPad Mini still won't turn on, gently clean the Lightning port. Then reconnect your tablet.

Restore your iPad Mini to factory defaults

When your iPad Mini does not start after these manipulations, you can try to reset. This operation allows correct major malfunctions related to iOS software. There are two recovery methods depending on the state your tablet is in that will reset your iPad Mini: Soft recovery mode and DFU recovery mode.

  • The soft recovery method can be done when your iPad Mini does not fully boot, but is showing signs of life. This mode does not erase your data.
  • The DFU recovery method is the "Recovery" mode of the iPad. It is useful when your iPad Mini does not turn on at all. It resets all data settings on the tablet and is just like it came out of the factory. In other words, it erases all your personal data. This method is not recommended if you have not previously made a backup.
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Soft recovery mode

When your iPad Mini is no longer functioning properly, but shows signs of life, use this reset method:

  1. Connect your iPad Mini to a computer that has iTunes
  2. Open iTunes
  3. Hold the Home button and the Top button simultaneously until the iTunes logo appears on your tablet and a recovery message appears on your computer.
  4. You have the choice between "Update" or "Restore". Select "Update".
  5. The device will attempt a software update without erasing your data. If the operation takes more than 15 min, it will automatically exit recovery mode. Then restart the process.
  6. If your iPad Mini still does not turn on, then you will need to click on "Restore" mode. Be careful, by going to "Restore" mode, all the data on your iPad Mini will be deleted.

DFU recovery mode

When your iPad Mini does not turn on at all, and therefore gives no sign of life, you will need to use the DFU restore mode:

  1. Connect your iPad Mini to a computer that has iTunes
  2. Open iTunes
  3. Hold down the Home button and the Top button simultaneously until a recovery message appears on your computer.
  4. Press "Ok" to validate the recovery. Please note, by validating this operation, all the data on your iPad Mini will be deleted.
Read also: My iPad charger is heating up, why and what to do?

Who to contact if despite everything your iPad Mini no longer responds?

If none of the operations seen previously gave any result, it is very likely that your iPad Mini no longer turns on due to a more serious malfunction that you will not be able to deal with on your own. Indeed, it will certainly be a defective material which requires disassembly and repair by a professional. In this case, it will be necessary to call on an expertise. So who do you contact?

  • THEApple Support that you can find online or in by going directly to an Apple Store.
  • An expert repair shop in electronics and telephony / tablets. Pay attention to the quality of the repair service that will be offered to you. Do not hesitate to read the reviews on the store before going there.
  • The store where you purchased your iPad Mini when it has service.

Note: check that your iPad Mini that no longer turns on is no longer under warranty or is not insured. Indeed, if you bought your iPad not long ago or if at the time of your purchase you took out a warranty extension or insurance, you may not be billed for the repair. Please note, this will probably only be valid if the failure comes from a factory default and therefore manufacturing. In the event that the failure is due to a fault on your part (oxidation of the tablet, shock, etc.), you will certainly be billed for support.

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