IPad bongs when connected to Mac computer

The iPad suddenly goes bong bong bong and won't connect to the Mac computer.

Thanks for the fast response.  I tried also plugging in my iPhone but had no problems so I assume iTunes is okay. The iPhone uses a different cable. The iPad cable is the same one I have been using for years.  I have bought cheap cables or tried cables that were probably for older iPods and had the same "bong" problem a long time ago.  I will purchase a new cable (quality) and give it a try.  No problem when I plug into the charger.

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