HT1430 Need to reset Ipad but don't want to loose data

Nedd help with the above

Connect to your computer and back up your iPad before restoring.
I like to achieve a full backup in the following order:
1. Open iTunes
2. Transfer Purchases - File>Devices>Transfer Purchases - Let this process finish
3. Backup - File>Devices>Back Up - Let this process finish
Now you have a full backup! If your iPad needs to be completely restored due to a complex technical support issue, then you'll likely want to try to Restore from Backup first and see if the issue is resolved. That will in all likelihood restore the same issue back to the iPad, but it is the most hassle free way of restoring and in some cases it will resolve your issues. If you are still having your issue after restoring from the backup you just created, you will need to restore again and Set Up as a New iPad. This will require you to set everything up as if it were new out of the box. Email, addresses, iCloud settings, etc. You will lose some data. Any saved game data, iMessages, etc.
Hope this helps. Please reply if you have further questions. By the way, what is the specific issue that you are experiencing which necessitates the "reset"?
Best Regards,
Mike
Dynasty Media Network

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The page below outlines everyting backed up via iCloud.
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Hi friend,
I like to answer on postings like yours, its a good exercise for my work and its really cool to have some topics where all people here will contribute.
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