Problems syncing Ipad to itunes

When I plug my Ipad into my computer to sync it to itunes, itunes tells me to first type in my ipad password on my ipad, the problem is that the window to put in a password will not show up on my ipad screen, and all that shows up is the syncing screen. I have tried to reset both the ipad and the computer numerous times but it won't work. What should I do to fix this problem?

Hi and welcome....
Try this... tap Settings in your Home screen then tap General / Passcode Lock. Tap Passcode Lock then tap Never.
And in Settings / General / Restrictions. Make sure that's turned off.
Now restart your iPad. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the red slider appears. Slide your finger across the slider to turn off iPad. To turn iPad back on, press and hold the Sleep/Wake until the Apple logo appears.
Now try syncing with iTunes.
Please take a moment and click *My Settings* on the right side of this window and tell us what model computer you are using and which operating system. That way you will have a forum profile setup for now and in the future. Thanks! Some of the troubleshooting advice we suggest depends on whether you are Mac or Windows.
Carolyn

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