IMac password reset

trying To reuse an iMac that has been format for a few years


can not remember Administor name nor password


also cannot remember password for my specific User Name


can not connect to the internet without a diagnostic which requires administrators name and password

Posted on Aug 14, 2023 9:29 AM

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Posted on Aug 14, 2023 10:05 AM

Connect the iMac to your router using an Ethernet cable.


Use the following article to reset your user password.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


Then once logged-in, you can re-establish the Wi-Fi connection.

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Aug 14, 2023 10:15 AM in response to BigGeo53

Although there are a number of methods to regain access to a Mac when you forgot its Administrator credentials, they may still require access to the Internet to complete.


Regardless, see if any of the following can help:



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