Mobile connectivity is moving toward a more seamless and software-driven experience, and eSIM is a key part of that transition.
By enabling eSIM on your iPad Pro, you can connect to a cellular network without depending on physical components, making the setup process faster and more integrated.
Everything—from adding the plan to completing activation—happens within the device itself. This not only simplifies installation but also improves how you manage your network settings over time.
In this article, you’ll learn how to install an iRoamly eSIM and establish a reliable data connection step by step.
Preparations Before Setting Up iRomly eSIM
Before starting, ensure you have the following:
A stable internet connection (Wi-Fi recommended)
A valid eSIM QR code or manual activation details (SM-DP+ address and activation code) provided by your carrier
Your iPad Pro powered on and unlocked
The device updated to the latest iPadOS version (recommended for compatibility)
Demo device used in this guide: iPad Pro 13-inch (7th generation, 2024)
Method 1: Install eSIM via QR Code Scanning
Step 1: Open Cellular Settings
Tap Settings on the Home Screen
Tap Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)
Step 2: Choose QR Code Option
Tap Use QR Code
Step 3: Scan the QR Code
Position the iPad camera over the QR code
Wait until the QR code is automatically recognized
Step 4: Confirm Carrier Plan
When the carrier plan appears, tap Continue
Step 5: Add the eSIM Plan
Tap Add Cellular Plan
Step 6: Complete Activation
Wait for the activation process to complete
If prompted, tap Done
Method 2: Install eSIM via Manual Input
Step 1: Open Cellular Settings
Tap Settings
Tap Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)
Step 2: Choose Manual Entry
Tap Use QR Code
On the QR scanning screen, tap Enter Details Manually
Step 3: Enter Activation Details
In the SM-DP+ Address field, type the address provided by your carrier
In the Activation Code field, enter the code exactly as provided
If prompted, enter the Confirmation Code
Tap Next
Step 4: Add the Plan
When the plan details appear, tap Add Cellular Plan
Step 5: Complete Activation
Wait for activation to finish
Tap Done when completed
How to Confirm Successful eSIM Installation
Step 1: Check Cellular Plans
Open Settings
Tap Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)
Step 2: Verify Plan Visibility
Confirm your carrier plan appears under Cellular Plans
Step 3: Check Signal Status
Look at the top-right corner of the screen
Confirm that signal bars or a carrier name is displayed
Step 4: Test Connectivity
Turn off Wi-Fi: Settings > Wi-Fi > Toggle Off
Open Safari or another app and confirm mobile data works
Conclusion
By following this guide, you’ve completed the full eSIM setup process on your iPad Pro. This digital approach helps streamline both installation and ongoing management of your connection.
As you continue using your device, you’ll be able to adjust settings, switch plans, or add new ones with ease, all within a single interface.