Ipad: no network connection so can't upgrade

I have an iPad1 and am running 5.0.1 and it works just fine - I have latest iTunes and OSX 10.7.3 and was trying to update the iPad to latest OS [5.1] - despite everything it would not do so.  I got a message when I hit Update that there was no network connection =  I followed all the tech shooting suggestions - made sure all software updated, made sure of connections, restarted, unplugged all other USBs - still no network connection.
I changed cables and that made no difference.  I checked in System Profiler and the iPad shows up there....I turned off WiFi and just connected it by USB and it shows up fine on the L side of the iTunes.  I am able to sync and to backup.
How can I update my OS??? 

Do the update via wifi.
Look at iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections  http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
Additional things to try.
Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
On your iPad go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset network settings and see if that enables you to connect.
If none of the above suggestions work, look at this link.
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
 Cheers, Tom

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