Question

Need to back up my iPad but cannot get past the screen to turn on WiFi. How do I do that?

Answer 1

If WiFi can't be turned on, you can still perform backup operations using iTunes. Connect the iPad to the computer then open iTunes and let it connect. Once it's connected click the iPad device and then the Backup button. You can select the elements you want to back up and that's it. The restore operation is done in the same way.

Answer 2

Maybe you can use some simpler program to backup and restore your iPad. I am using Syncios, a freeware for backuping iPhone. It is a very handy iTunes alternative.