New iPad mini has Passcode that owner did not set

Brand new iPad mini was setup using cloud only, never attached to computer. Now trying to use it again but it's asking for a Passcode. I didn't set a passcode and it's not connected to employer in any way. How to bypass or reset?

FORCE IPAD INTO RECOVERY MODE
1. Turn off iPad
2. Turn on computer and launch iTunes (make sure you have the latest version of iTune)
3. Plug USB cable into computer's USB port
4. Hold Home button down and plug the other end of cable into docking port. Do not release button until you see picture of iTunes and plug (very important)
5. Release Home button.
ON COMPUTER
6. iTunes has detected iPad in recovery mode. You must restore this iPad before it can be used with iTunes.
7. Select "Restore iPad"...
Note: Data will be lost

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ON COMPUTER
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7. Select "Restore iPad"...
Note:
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