dont remember password to update computer

Trying to update the computer but it's not accepting the password

MacBook Pro 15″, OS X 10.11

Posted on Dec 5, 2023 12:34 PM

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WheelieNick

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Posted on Dec 5, 2023 1:04 PM

Make sure that you use your Macs login password there, not your Apple ID password. If you've forgotten your Macs login password,. please see this link https://support.apple.com/102633

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WheelieNick

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Dec 5, 2023 1:04 PM in response to 100-Cherokee

Make sure that you use your Macs login password there, not your Apple ID password. If you've forgotten your Macs login password,. please see this link https://support.apple.com/102633

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