Mac password not accepted

Restarted new MacBook Air. Entered password correctly. Can’t get in.

Posted on Aug 2, 2023 4:25 PM

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Posted on Aug 2, 2023 4:45 PM

EBH43 Said:

"Mac password not accepted: Restarted new MacBook Air. Entered password correctly. Can’t get in.:

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Troubleshooting an Unsuccessful Mac Login:


A. Disable caps Lock:

Is caps lock enabled? If so, disable it, trying one more.


B. Reset the Mac Password:

Where to Reset it:

Reset it using the login screen. You'd go through your Apple ID to perform this. Find out more here: If you Forgot your Mac Login Password - Apple Support. Make sure that caps lock is not enabled when typing it.

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Aug 2, 2023 4:45 PM in response to EBH43

EBH43 Said:

"Mac password not accepted: Restarted new MacBook Air. Entered password correctly. Can’t get in.:

-------


Troubleshooting an Unsuccessful Mac Login:


A. Disable caps Lock:

Is caps lock enabled? If so, disable it, trying one more.


B. Reset the Mac Password:

Where to Reset it:

Reset it using the login screen. You'd go through your Apple ID to perform this. Find out more here: If you Forgot your Mac Login Password - Apple Support. Make sure that caps lock is not enabled when typing it.

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