User name
I changed the user name on my brand new macbook air and it will not do anything except show the picture, my name and a spinning wheel. Been waiting on it for several hours.
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.3
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I changed the user name on my brand new macbook air and it will not do anything except show the picture, my name and a spinning wheel. Been waiting on it for several hours.
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.3
M33bp Said:
"User name: I changed the user name on my brand new macbook air and it will not do anything except show the picture, my name and a spinning wheel. Been waiting on it for several hours. "
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Troubleshooting a Stalled Login:
Boot in Safe Mode:
Apparently, the macOS is stalled. To, try logging in while in Safe Mode. In Safe Mode, Login Items do not run at login, certain preferences are set aside, and damaged system files are then reset. So, once logged in to Safe Mode, wait 30 seconds, and then restart your Mac, seeing if you can log in go here: How to Use Safe Mode on your Mac - Apple Support
M33bp Said:
"User name: I changed the user name on my brand new macbook air and it will not do anything except show the picture, my name and a spinning wheel. Been waiting on it for several hours. "
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Troubleshooting a Stalled Login:
Boot in Safe Mode:
Apparently, the macOS is stalled. To, try logging in while in Safe Mode. In Safe Mode, Login Items do not run at login, certain preferences are set aside, and damaged system files are then reset. So, once logged in to Safe Mode, wait 30 seconds, and then restart your Mac, seeing if you can log in go here: How to Use Safe Mode on your Mac - Apple Support
User name