: Connect the iPad to a Mac and use tools like Sliver to "Delete Setup.app".

running iOS 9.3.5 is possible, but the methods vary significantly in complexity and permanence. Because this model uses the older , software-only bypasses are rare and often temporary, while permanent solutions typically require hardware or official intervention. Method 1: Official Apple Unlock (Most Reliable)

The most reliable way to unlock the device is by working directly with Apple or the original owner.