iTunes doesn't recognize iPad
I received my iPad and plugged it into my computer, which was running 10.4.11. iTunes said I needed at least OS 10.5. I upgraded to 10.5.4 (I purchased the upgrade in 2009, just didn't have time to install it), then using Software Updater, upgraded to 10.5.8. Now when I plug in the iPad, iTunes doesn't recognize the iPad at all. However, in System Profiler, I can see the iPad connected, so the computer sees the device.
The USB ports work with everything else. I know iPad needs USB 2.0. According to Wikipedia ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PowerBook_G4) my Aluminum PowerPC G4 1.5 MHz laptop (purchased September 2005) includes USB 2.0.
I'm running the latest iTunes-- 9.2.1
When plugged in to my computer, the iPad screen displays a white USB wire and arrow pointing to an iTunes icon. But iTunes doesn't launch, and when I open iTunes the iPad isn't recognized.
According to what Apple has listed I've met all the iPad requirements. My last resort is lugging everything to an Apple Store, but want to make sure I perform all troubleshooting I can do on my own before taking this step.
Any suggestions on what else to try??
Btw, I realize it's MY FAULT for not checking system requirements BEFORE plugging in the iPad.
Aluminum PowerBook G4 1.5 GHz, Mac OS X (10.5.8), PowerBook is a "Revision D" - Purchased September 2005