HT1296 How would I transfer files from computer back to iPad?

Question

I bought the iPad 2 in Fall of 2011. I just updated the operating system to 5.1.1.
Before the update, all of my files and apps were transfered to iTunes.
How do I transfer the files and apps from iTunes back to my iPad?
Thanks,
Jim

Answer 1

I'm glad you wrote back.  The message you are getting would indicate your iPad has not been synced to this iTunes account.  In iTunes with your iPad NOT connected do the following:
First go to Store and make sure you Authorize This Computer with your Apple ID and Password
Next go to:
Edit > Preferences > Devices and choose Do Not Automatically Sync iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch when Connected to iTunes
Now, connect your iPad and once it is recognized on the left side, instead of clicking on it as you did previously, RIGHT click it.  This will open a drop down box and you should choose Transfer Purchases.
This will transfer your Apps to iTunes.
Now, do not sync.  You're going to need to restore from backup if you have any hope of getting your GoodReader content back. 
To do this, Again, right click your iPad an choose restore.  Choose the most recent backup (I do hope you have been regularly backing up your iPad, because if you haven't, you just may not get your contect back.
That's about the best I can offer you.  No matter the outcome, at least your iPad will now be working correctly with your iTunes account on your computer.