How Do I Update My Ipad From 9.3 5 To Ios 12?

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While most iPads can be upgraded to the latest operating system, iPadOS 15, some are stuck at an earlier generation of the operating organisation. Apple leaves devices behind when they don't have the hardware that's necessary to smoothly run the new operating system.

Consult the chart below to find out the latest version of iOS or iPadOS that your tablet supports. To identify which iPad model you own, go to Settings > General > About. There you will find the "Model Proper name" and "Model Number."

The Latest Version of iOS or iPadOS by iPad Model

Devices	Latest Version of iOS or iPadOS
iPad - 1st generation (2010), Model numbers A1219, A1337	iOS 5.1.1
iPad 2 - second generation (2011), Model numbers A1395, A1396, A1397 iPad - 3rd generation (early 2012), Model numbers A1403, A1430, A1416 iPad mini - 1st generation (2012), Model numbers A1432, A1454, A1455	iOS nine.3.5 for WiFi just models iOS 9.3.vi for WiFi + cellular models
iPad with Retina Display - quaternary generation (2012), Model numbers A1458, A1459, A1460	iOS 10.3.4
iPad mini 2 - 2nd generation (2013), Model numbers A1489, A1490, A1491 iPad mini iii - tertiary generation (2014), Model numbers A1599, A1600 iPad Air - 1st generation (2013), Model numbers A1474, A1475, A1476	iOS 12.v.5
iPad - 5th generation (2017), Model numbers A1822, A1823 iPad - 6th generation (2018), Model numbers A1893, A1954 iPad - 7th generation (2019), Model numbers A2197, A2198, A2200 iPad - 8th generation (2020), Model numbers A2270, A2428, A2429, A2430 iPad - ninth generation (2021), Models numbers A2602, A2604, A2603, A2605 iPad mini 4 - 4th generation (2015), Model numbers A1550, A1538 iPad mini - fifth generation (2019), Model numbers A2124, A2126, A2133 iPad mini - 6th generation (2021), Model numbers A2567, A2568, A2569 iPad Air two - 2d generation (2014), Model numbers A1566, A1567 iPad Air - 3rd generation (2019), Model numbers A2152, A2123, A2153 iPad Air - 4th generation (2020), Model numbers A2316, A2324, A2325, A2072 iPad Pro 12.9" - 1st generation (2015), Model numbers A1584, A1652 iPad Pro nine.7" - 1st generation (2016), Model numbers A1673, A1674, A1675 iPad Pro 10.five" and 12.9" - second generation (2017), Model numbers A1701, A1709 (10.5"), Model numbers A1670, A1671 (12.ix") iPad Pro 11" and 12.9" - third generation (2018), Model numbers A1980, A2013, A1934 (11-inch), Model numbers A1876, A2014, A1895 (12.9") iPad Pro 11" and 12.ix" - 4th generation (2020), Model numbers A2228, A2068, A2230 (11-inch), Model numbers A2229, A2069, A2232 (12.9") iPad Pro - 5th generation (2021), Model numbers A2377, A2459, A2460 (xi-inch), Model numbers A2378, A2461, A2462 (12.9")	iPadOS 15

How to update an old iPad

There are two means to update your old iPad. You tin can update it wirelessly over WiFi or connect it to a computer and use the iTunes app.

How to update an former iPad wirelessly

Dorsum upward your iPad. Make certain your iPad is continued to WiFi and and then go to Settings > Apple ID [Your Proper name] > iCloud or Settings > iCloud. Make sure iCloud Backup is turned on and select "Back Upwards At present." You lot'll receive a confirmation when the backup is complete.

Back up your iPad wirelessly

Check for and install the latest software. To check for the latest software, go to Settings > Full general > Software Update. Your iPad will and so cheque for a software update. On the screen, y'all'll either see your current version of iOS or iPad Bone and the message "Your software is upward to appointment," or if your software is non up to date, you'll see the pick to "Download and Install."

Check for and install the latest software wirelessly

How to update an old iPad using your computer

Dorsum up your iPad. Connect your iPad to your computer with your Lightning cable. (You may see a message request for your iPad passcode or for your to "Trust This Estimator." Follow the directions.) On a Mac with macOS Catalina 10.15 or after, open Finder. On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or earlier, or on a PC, launch iTunes. Locate your iPad in iTunes and click on information technology. You'll and then see an pick to "Support At present." Click on the "Back Up Now" button, and y'all'll receive a confirmation when the fill-in is complete.

Back up and update your old iPad using iTunes

Check for and install the latest software.On a Mac with macOS Catalina x.fifteen or later open Finder. On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or earlier, or on a PC, open iTunes. Then, connect your device to your figurer. Locate your device on your computer. Click "General" or "Settings," then click "Check for Update." Click "Download and Update." You may be asked to enter your passcode.

Updated on 10/03/2021 with new model number information and iPadOS 15 compatibility.

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