Stuck in "contacting the ipad software update server"

I'm trying to restore my ipad but i can't because im stuck in "contacting the ipad software update server". i have been waiting for several minutes but still nothing.
what should i do?
i have an ipad 3

Hello vladdyak47,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. 
The following article should help to resolve your issue with updating your iPad. Take a look at the section "Download takes a long time, or you can't reach update server."
Resolve issues with an over-the-air iOS update
Regards,
Jeff D. 

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