How can I restore an iPad to factory.....WITHOUT "upgrading" to IOS-*?

I have an iPad 2 that I want to give to a friend. I'd like to reset it to factory settings, WITHOUT "upgrading" to IOS-8 (I have a 4 that is upgraded & fine, just have my doubts about 8 on a 2). I've had it laying around my office and I'm not sure whether I ever backed it up previously at home (know I haven't done it here).
Is there a way to avoid IOS-8, or should I just sync it & remove all my music, photos, etc. then give it to him?
Sam

K-Tim,
Thanks for the quick reply. Will doing that keep the current IOS-7 on it then?
Sam

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