Q: can't remember account password

Created an account password and then shutdown computer on opening computer kept punching in the 'right' password but to no avail...it kept me out! and i actually dont know the so called master password...What do i do? Pse help.

My comp specifications are: CA 95014 Model A1002 EMC 1955, 200 - 240 VAC. 3.5A, 50 - 66HZ. Assembled in Czech Republic Apple Computer Inc.

A1002, iOS 4.2, Emc 1955, 200-240VAC. 3.5A, 50-66HZ

Posted on Jan 4, 2013 5:29 AM

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BDAqua Jan 4, 2013 10:00 AM in response to bbmectro
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Jan 4, 2013 10:00 AM in response to bbmectro

Hi,

Master Password is the term generally used for a Filevault account, without which that account is likely lost.

Then there's a possibility of a Firmware Password, if that is it you'll see a lock when holding alt key at bootup.

Third is a Login Password, if that is the problem, try this...

Reset OS X Password Without an OS X CD...

http://theappleblog.com/2008/06/22/reset-os-x-password-without-an-os-x-cd/

Admin Hack...

http://www.hackmac.org/?q=node/4

Starts up like the first time you buy a new Mac, but after filling in all that info again, you should have access to the computer and the other Users & files will still be there... give the new User a different name than an existing one.
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