Set up iPad. Turn on iPad and follow the Setup Assistant.

The Setup Assistant guides you through the setup process, including:

• Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
• Signing in with or creating a free Apple ID
• Entering a passcode
• Setting up iCloud and iCloud Keychain
• Turning on recommended features, such as Location Services and Find My iPad

During setup, you can copy your apps, settings, and content from another iPad by restoring from an iCloud backup or from iTunes (see Safety, Handling, & Support section -> Back up iPad).

If you don't have access to a Wi-Fi Internet connection during setup, you can use your computer's Internet connection-just connect iPad to your computer when prompted by the Setup Assistant. For help connecting iPad to your computer (see Getting Started section -> Connect iPad to your computer).