Many iPad users after updating iPad Mini 2 and iPad Mini 4 from iOS 11.2 to iOS 11.3 Public Beta 1 and after the update finished, the iPad Mini can’t connect with wifi. The WIFI seems to work fine as other iPhone and mac can join wifi network. The user tried Resetting the network did not work to fix WIFI issue on iPad on iOS 11.3. any 2 Part to repair iPad mini not able to connect to wifi after upgrade to iOS11 (iOS 11.3)
However there are no updates from Apple for the fix and quite possible Apple should fix this in iOS 11.3 beta 2, but you can try below workaround/fix to check if it works :
How to fix iPad mini not connecting to WIFI on iOS 11 :
Fix 1: Reset iPad Settings
Please make sure to take backup before trying this .In case resetting network settings does not work, try to reset entire iPad, and restore it to an iCloud backup (on iOS11.3). After the resetting your iPad, it should connect to WIFI fine now
Fix 2: Revert back to 11.2
Below are the steps to downgrade from iOS 11.3 to previous versions where WIFI works fine withiPad mini.
1) Downgrade it to 11.2.5 via iTunes.
2) While holding HOME + POWER, wait for the phone to reboot and continue holding until the screen prompts to plug into iTunes. This is the restore screen.
3) Plug into computer
4) Open up iTunes and there should be a screen with “UPDATE” or “RESTORE.” Choose UPDATE and confirm on the pop-up.
5) UPDATE triggers a downloading of 11.2.5 and will commence the restore/upgrade process which in this case is a downgrade from 11.3. This should retain all data on the device.
Now the WIFI should connect find on iPad mini2/3/4 on the older iOS version and please wait until Apple rolls out more stable version to fix WIFI issue.
Part II Repair iPad touch won’t connect to a Wi-Fi network
1. Make sure that your router is on and you’re within range
If you’re too far from your router, you can’t get a signal, so make sure that you’re within range.
2. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and you can see your network
Tap Settings > Wi-Fi and make sure that Wi-Fi is on. Tap the name of your Wi-Fi network to join. A blue checkmark beside a network name means that you’re connected.
If you see Auto Join Disabled under your Wi-Fi network name, tap and turn on Auto-Join.
3. If asked, enter your Wi-Fi password
If asked, enter the password for your Wi-Fi network. Get help if you don’t know your password.
Even if you enter the correct password, you might see an “unable to join the network” message or an “incorrect password” message. Restart all of your devices, then try to enter your password again.
4. Check for issues with your Wi-Fi network
If iOS detects an issue with your Wi-Fi connection, you might see a Wi-Fi recommendation under the name of the Wi-Fi network that you’re connected to. For example, you might see the alert “No Internet Connection.” To get more information, tap the Wi-Fi network.
5. Check your cables and connections
If you still can’t connect to your network or get online, make sure that your router is connected to the modem and turned on.
6. Restart
Try restarting your iOS device, router, and cable or DSL modem. To restart your router or modem, unplug it, then plug it back in.
After you restart each device, see if you fixed the issue.
7. Still can’t connect ?
Reset your Network Settings. Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you’ve used before.
Get more help
- If someone else set up your network, ask them for help. If you’re using a network at a company, school, hotel, store, or other free Wi-Fi location, find an employee for assistance.
- If you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network but you can’t get online, try to use your Wi-Fi network on other devices. If you can’t get online using your other devices, there might be a service outage. Call your cable company or internet provider for help.
- Try connecting to a Wi-Fi network in a different location. If your device can connect, you need to get help with your Wi-Fi network. If your device can’t connect to any Wi-Fi networks, contact Apple.
- Update your Wi-Fi router with the latest firmware and make sure that the router supports your Apple product. For more information, contact the router’s manufacturer.
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