password on a new iMac
I just bought a new iMac. Is there a default password to get started?
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I just bought a new iMac. Is there a default password to get started?
No there isn't. The Mac may have been previously owned and the user set a password? If it is a firmware password (on starting up) you would need to contact the original owner.
This image would indicate a firmware password:
If it is a password on the Login Screen you need to follow these steps (which should have been done by the previous owner)
What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support
Follow Step 6.
No there isn't. The Mac may have been previously owned and the user set a password? If it is a firmware password (on starting up) you would need to contact the original owner.
This image would indicate a firmware password:
If it is a password on the Login Screen you need to follow these steps (which should have been done by the previous owner)
What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support
Follow Step 6.
No. See: Set up your new Mac - Apple Support
password on a new iMac