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Connect an iPad to a network
Learn how to connect a supported iPad device to a network.
Important
If your iPad is connected to LAN with an Apple adapter (Lightning Camera Kit), please do not update to iOS 16.5. It contains a severe bug that will cause your iPad to stop charging while using the adapter. If you are connecting via Wi-Fi or USB-C type adapters, you can safely disregard this message.
A reliable network ensures that your iPad POS devices, printers, and modules can communicate with each other without any issues. A stable internet connection also helps process hassle-free credit card transactions and seamless cloud syncing to help you run your restaurant smoothly.
You can connect a compatible iPad to a wireless or hardwired connection. For more information about networks, refer to Types of internet networks.
Wireless
To connect your iPad to a Wi-Fi network, follow the steps below:
- From your iPad’s home screen, tap the Settings app
, then choose Wi-Fi. - Turn on Wi-Fi
. The iPad scans for all available Wi-Fi networks. - Tap the name of the Wi-Fi network that you want to join.
- Enter the Wi-Fi password, then tap Join.
Note: If you don't know the Wi-Fi network password, contact your administrator.
After you join the network, you'll find a blue check mark 
next to the network and the connected Wi-Fi icon 
at the top right corner of your iPad’s display.
Wired
To connect an iPad to a network, follow the steps below:
- Plug in the adapter to the iPad’s Lightning or USB-C port.
- Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet adapter.
- To verify that your Ethernet connection is working, open your iPad's Settings , then tap Ethernet. If the connection is successful, you'll find your Ethernet information.
