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Password on a new MacBook Pro

I'm transferring info from an old MacBook Air to a new MacBook Pro. It is asking me for a password. The one from the old computer doesn't work. Help!

MacBook Pro

Posted on Dec 21, 2022 3:11 PM

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Posted on Dec 21, 2022 3:24 PM

If you have forgotten your Mac login passcode; after trying three attempts, you should find an option to reset your passcode with your Apple ID.


From there, you simply follow the prompts and your Mac should simply restart like normal.


NOTE: You may need to sign back into iCloud and other services after the successful login.


For a complete step-by-step guide, click here.


Need more help?


Click ▶︎ macOS User Guide. 📖

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Dec 21, 2022 3:24 PM in response to Plumbtalk

If you have forgotten your Mac login passcode; after trying three attempts, you should find an option to reset your passcode with your Apple ID.


From there, you simply follow the prompts and your Mac should simply restart like normal.


NOTE: You may need to sign back into iCloud and other services after the successful login.


For a complete step-by-step guide, click here.


Need more help?


Click ▶︎ macOS User Guide. 📖

Password on a new MacBook Pro

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