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stither1 Author

Level 1

6 points

Reset server password/setup PLEASE HELP!!

Hi, thank for looking at this and trying to help.

I am the proud owner of a mac mini lion server. The problem is in my playing around with getting a new product (like we all do) I came across the server I have done some research and I really like the idea of it and want to put it into good use. (the reason I got the server one was because of the better hard drive, before you ask why did I get it if I didn't know what the server bit is)

The only problem is, whilst playing around I set up the server. I now go back into the server app and it says type in admin name and password which is already on there in the key chain. I press connect and it fail. ( whic is weird as I would of had to of typed it in for it to be in the key chain)

I have tried different user names as I only use one password. And still it shakes at me saying it's wrong.

The question is how can I reset the Account? Without losing all my info.

PLEASE HELP I want to use this great feature!!

Posted on Jul 28, 2011 6:21 AM

18 replies

Oct 13, 2012 11:35 PM in response to jb510

Ran sudo launchctl load -w /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.apple.servermgrd.plist in Terminal. System responded with

"WARNING: Improper use of the sudo command could lead to data loss or the deletion of important system files. Please double-check your typing when using sudo. Type "man sudo" for more information.

To proceed enter your password, or type Ctrl-C to abort.

Password:

I am unable to type in anything for the password. However, Server seems to work now. Did I do anything wrong? Thank you.

iToaster

Level 3

739 points

Oct 16, 2012 4:35 AM in response to keppelsex

If your using terminal to enter commands that require password

It's normal not to see any feedback when typing the password until you hit enter and the password is checked

You"ll get a response if you type the password wrong. If you entered the password correctly the command will execute

Nov 1, 2012 6:07 PM in response to jb510

sounds great, but at mine, it tells:

nothing found to load

😟

if i go to that directory, i can't find that file. it is located in the prefs folder.

help !

Reset server password/setup PLEASE HELP!!