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Title: Lost password for a Mac:
Post by: Peter Wolf on 17 December, 2007, 05:56:00 PM

Does anyone know of a way to retrieve a lost password for a Mac that doesnt involve reinstalling the software ?

Many Many thanks in advance to anyone that can solve this problem.

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Post by: Adrian Bamforth on 17 December, 2007, 07:51:05 PM

Is it "orange"?

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Post by: LARF on 18 December, 2007, 10:01:17 AM

Peter you don't have to reinstall the software. You just need to boot the computer from the CD.

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Post by: Peter Wolf on 18 December, 2007, 10:25:26 AM

Thanks.Its not even a problem if i do have to re install but i will try your suggestion first if its easier.Luckily i have no encrypted folders.

I dont usually forget passwords and i have not upgraded the software since i plugged it in from new and also i want to get the mac email up and running.

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Post by: TordelBack on 18 December, 2007, 11:09:59 AM

I might add how this is done:

Put the original install disc in the drive, and hold down the "c" key while booting up. Works a treat.

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Post by: LARF on 18 December, 2007, 11:22:17 AM

Here you go Mr Wolf. Full on step by step from the Apple site:

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Post by: Peter Wolf on 18 December, 2007, 11:38:26 AM

Thank you Thank you Thank you for both of your help.

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