How do I unlock a password-protected new MacBook Neo?

put a password on my new apple laptop, and cannot open it

password issue


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MacBook Neo

Posted on Aug 14, 2026 8:48 AM

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Posted on Aug 14, 2026 8:53 AM

This is Apple’s guidance for resetting your Mac’s login password:

If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

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Aug 14, 2026 10:13 PM in response to tonypaula12

Welcome and thank you for reaching out. 🤗


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


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.


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Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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