Ios 5 install backup takes forever

i'm trying to install the ios 5 on my ipad 2 for several days now.
i downloaded the ios through itunes 2 times now and it starts tobackup the ipad and does not go further.
i stopped the progress twice now after more than 12 hours.
does anyone know what to do or had the same problem and found a solution?
Greg

Found a post of Pilates-Contrology worked out fine for me:
Did you try this? Found this in several places and it works for me
1. Quit iTunes.
2. Start an elevated command prompt (Start Menu -> All Programs -> Accessories -> Right Click "Command Prompt" -> "Run as Administrator")
3. Once in the command prompt, type "netsh winsock reset" and hit ENTER.
4. Reboot your machine.
5. Restart iTunes.

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