Ipad 2 won't boot or open in itunes?

My ipad2 wont boot at all. when I connect to iTunes an image comes on the screen that says 'connect to iTunes" but when I do nothing happens. I thought I might be able to restore it but the restore and sync options are greyed out so I can't do that. I have upgraded iTunes and downloaded it twice but nothing changed. I have an iPhone too and it works fine with Itunes so I think it's something with the iPad. anyideas please- its hard to manage without my ipad!
Ive tried all the obvious things like forcing a reboot with home and on/off button. I can get the white apple but once it goes past that I just get the graphic that says connect to iTunes.

Hello Anne,
Thank you for the details of the issue you are experiencing with your iPad.  You have taken some really great troubleshooting steps already.  I found an article with some additional steps you can take.  This section specifically applies to the situation you are experiencing:
If you don't see your device in iTunes, follow these steps for Mac or these for Windows.
If you can't update or restore your iOS device
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1808
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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