IPad mini replacing iPad 2

Question

I used to have a iPad 2 which I got rid of a while back when it got broken.  This was a few months ago and at that time I had a MacBook Pro that I was using to sync that iPad.  I have since gotten rid of that computer and got another one, which I needed as I needed to be able to run Windows for everything that I have to run.  I have a new iPad mini that I just got a few days ago and I restored it when I first turned it on from the iPad 2's backup.  The problem that I am having now is when I go to connect the iPad to this computer, I get a message telling me that the iPad is synced with another iTunes library and if I continue with Sync, everything will be removed from the iPad.  I wasn't too worried about it as I figured I could just download the apps that I have again and set it up again the way I wanted it.  However, even after doing that, the iPad didn't remove anything, and there are files that are on the iPad that are not on my computer, but I cannot get them to sync over to the computer.  For instance all the apps are on the iPad and not on the list of apps that are on the computer.  When I go to do the update to the iPad, I get a message telling me there are things that haven't synced yet on the computer and I should sync them before doing the update.  How can I get this iPad to sync to my iTunes on this computer and get everything matched up the way that it is supposed to be so I won't get any more messages telling me that things need transferred to my library when I have just finished syncing and still get the message?

Answer 1

I believe that Apple will replace the device with the same model as the one that you want to replace if it comes under the out of warranty replacement policy. If you want a mini, that would be on your to purchase it.
My iPad is not eligible for warranty service. What are my service options?
Apple offers two service options for iPads that are not eligible for warranty service.
Battery Replacement ServiceIf your iPad requires service only because the battery's ability to hold an electrical charge has diminished, please refer to the Battery Replacement Service information.
Out-of-Warranty ServiceIf you own an iPad that is ineligible for warranty service but is eligible for Out-of-Warranty (OOW) Service, Apple will replace your iPad with an iPad that is new or equivalent to new in both performance and reliability for the Out-of-Warranty Service fee listed below.
iPad model
Out-of-Warranty Service Fee
iPad mini
$219
iPad 3rd, 4th generation,
iPad Air
$299
iPad 2, iPad
$249
A $6.95 shipping fee will be added if service is arranged through Apple and requires shipping. All fees are in US dollars and are subject to local tax.
Certain damage is ineligible for out-of-warranty service, including catastrophic damage, such as the device separating into multiple pieces, and inoperability caused by unauthorized modifications. However, an iPad that has failed due to contact with liquid may be eligible for out-of-warranty service.Apple reserves the right to determine whether or not your iPad is eligible for Out-of-Warranty service. Replacement iPads have a 90-day limited hardware warranty or assume the remainder of your standard warranty or AppleCare service contract coverage, whichever is longer. Please see the AppleCare+ for iPad and Apple Repair Terms And Conditions for further details.