Q: copy data from macbook pro to ipad

There are lots of ways of moving files.  USB to iPad supports only "Camera" files via camera connection kit.

A simple and popular way to copy files.

http://wiki.dropbox.com

Using iTures to transfer files:

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4094?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

Look in the app store for accessing Windows File servers.  Turn on windows file sharing on the Mac.

for example:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/filebrowser-access-files-on/id364738545?mt=8

Configure WebDave on your server.

This thread has good info.

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3708341?tstart=0

How to transfer files from your iPad to your PC with iPad to Computer Transfer

http://www.iphone-mac.com/how-to-transfer-and-sync-contents-from-ipad-to-pc.html

More ways to transfer files and access Word documents:

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4044866?tstart=0

Try the combo of:

Diskaid on your computer and FileAppPro on your iPad

Good old FTP

FileApp and FileApp Pro

I use Mac OS pureFTP server.  It comes as part of PureFTPd Manager software download at this site.

http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/12630

More ways to transfer files and access Word documents:

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4044866?tstart=0