This is not a permanent solution. After a reboot or restore, the lock returns.

…then bypassing the iCloud lock can be a rewarding weekend project.

Getting locked out of an older device like the iPad Mini 1st Generation is a common issue. Whether you forgot your legacy Apple ID credentials or purchased a used device with Activation Lock, an iCloud-locked iPad Mini 1 becomes a non-functional brick.

This is considered the most "exclusive" and reliable method for the iPad mini 1 . Because the device is older, its security is tied to the Serial Number/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth address combination.

Standard software/hardware bypass methods on the cellular models (A1454/A1455) usually disable cellular calling and data capabilities. The device becomes a Wi-Fi-only unit.

Depending on your location, enter one of the following: USA: 104.154.51.7 Europe: 104.155.28.90 Asia: 104.155.220.58

An alternative derived from Sliver, called , also exists for iPad 2 and similar A5 devices. It includes specific ramdisks for iOS 6-8 and iOS 8-9, making it compatible with iOS 9.3.5 on the iPad mini 1. Follow the same general steps as the standard Sliver workflow.

Bypassing the iCloud Activation Lock on an iPad Mini 1 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

If software methods fail, a hardware bypass is possible. This involves modifying the NAND flash memory, specifically changing the Serial Number and WLAN/Bluetooth MAC addresses to trick the Apple server.