HT201210 What to do when error message "Ipad server can not be contacted"

Trying to update ipad with current ios4 software and itunes is displaying error message of itunes server can not be contacted.  How do I get around this??

ERROR (1)
- Place the iPod in DFU mode and then restore
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- Try on another computer
- Try another cable           
- Also, confirm your security software and settings are allowing communication between your device and update servers.
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
  Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar     

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