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My MacBook Air is not excepting my password or recovery key

My MacBook Air is not excepting my password or recovery key

Posted on Aug 22, 2022 8:38 AM

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If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support describes what to do, including options If you can't reset your Mac login password. Using a FileVault Recovery Key is an option only if the login screen provides a specific prompt for it.

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If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support describes what to do, including options If you can't reset your Mac login password. Using a FileVault Recovery Key is an option only if the login screen provides a specific prompt for it.

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