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After a power failure,my iMac shut down and now will not accept my password to open the iMac. How do I get in?
iMac 24″, macOS 11.6
Please try Changing or resetting an account password
Please try Changing or resetting an account password
If the iMac starts up to the login screen, then perhaps your wireless keyboard is un-paired. If the keyboard is a newer rechargeable one, try plugging it into your iMac. If not, then you may need to get and use a USB keyboard
If the iMac is not starting up to the login screen, then you will need to provide more detailed info about the iMac and screen that is showing.
iMac not accepting password after power failure
