How do I resolve 'Verification Failed' when setting up a used HomePod mini?

I got a used HomePod mini apparently the old owner clean from him account this HomePod, like he said but I still get problems to set the HomePod with my apple login. Every time I get "Verification Failed". My question is, did the old owner clean the HomePod from him account or could be another problem?


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Posted on May 30, 2025 08:15 AM

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May 30, 2025 08:23 AM in response to yol_75

Hi


This can mean a few things and most are related to network


Make sure you are on a normal home network using 2.5Ghz


some home devices are not 5ghz compatible, some ESP have it integrated. you may need to login to the router and disable the 5GHZ band option then reset the HomePod and set up using an iPhone on the 2.4ghz


other causes might be that the device you are using has VPN profile installed, go to settings > genral> VPN and device management > then click VPN not connected and then remove any profile you see in here as they are effecting your network


make sure your iPhone is in the right timezone and date

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