HT1212 How do you reset an unsynced iPad?

I set my iPad up but did not sync to a computer or connect it to an apple id. In the process of setting it up, I set a password, which with pure genius, I forgot. I have succeeded in permanently locking myself out. Is there a way to reset the whole iPad? Or do I need to take it to an Apple store?

You will need to connect it to a computer to unlock and reset it. If it's never been synced to a computer, then (from http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1212) :
If you restore on a different computer that was never synced with the device, you will be able to unlock the device for use and remove the passcode, but your data will not be present.
You may need to put the iPad into recovery mode : http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1808

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      1. iTunes 10 for Mac- Update and restore software on iPod, iPhone, or iPad
      2. iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
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