Ipad 3 charging and sync issues (only charge while turned off)

Hello,
I recently came into possession of an iPad 3rd generation, 32GB with Verizon network. Upon gaining possession I was informed of two issues with the device. One was a busted screen and the other was that it would not sync to iTunes. The person stated that he had taken it to a store and they informed him it was the dock connector and he had it replaced. Once they replaced it the issue was still apparent and he asked for them to remove it and put original back. At this time the screen was busted. I purchased the iPad and ordered new screen and dock connector. The parts arrived today and while the screen is fixed I am still having issues with the docking of the iPad. First off I have restored the device several times, tried different cables and different plugins to include both my USB ports on my Mac and wall plugs. None of which are charging or syncing the iPad. I have completely disassembled the device down to the battery and still no change. What is interesting is the fact that I turn the device off and plug in the charging cord the device turns on. If I leave it plugged in while I shut it down it will charge. Only charging when the device is turned off. With this I assume the port is working. I have tried DFU and recovery to try force syncing to iTunes with no such luck. Any advice as to where to start or what to do?

Hello,
I recently came into possession of an iPad 3rd generation, 32GB with Verizon network. Upon gaining possession I was informed of two issues with the device. One was a busted screen and the other was that it would not sync to iTunes. The person stated that he had taken it to a store and they informed him it was the dock connector and he had it replaced. Once they replaced it the issue was still apparent and he asked for them to remove it and put original back. At this time the screen was busted. I purchased the iPad and ordered new screen and dock connector. The parts arrived today and while the screen is fixed I am still having issues with the docking of the iPad. First off I have restored the device several times, tried different cables and different plugins to include both my USB ports on my Mac and wall plugs. None of which are charging or syncing the iPad. I have completely disassembled the device down to the battery and still no change. What is interesting is the fact that I turn the device off and plug in the charging cord the device turns on. If I leave it plugged in while I shut it down it will charge. Only charging when the device is turned off. With this I assume the port is working. I have tried DFU and recovery to try force syncing to iTunes with no such luck. Any advice as to where to start or what to do?

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