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lost name and password for mac os x

I just purchased an old MacBook Air that has Mac OS X installed. When it opens it's asking me for a "name" and a "password" but I don't have those from the previous owner. How do I get past this front end so that I can use it?

Posted on Mar 10, 2022 3:52 PM

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Posted on Mar 10, 2022 3:59 PM

The previous owner must do this: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support



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