Q: I just bought a new Mac mini and can't remember my password to get into the computer. Is there anyway I can unlock my computer without loosing all my files, especially all my photos?

I just bought a new Mac mini and can't remember my password to get into the computer. Is there anyway I can unlock my computer without loosing all my files, especially all my photos?

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Posted on Sep 10, 2013 4:05 AM

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by BDAqua,

BDAqua Sep 10, 2013 4:38 AM in response to JeffBanks
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Sep 10, 2013 4:38 AM in response to JeffBanks

Hi Jeff,

Reset Password 10.7, 10.8...
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20087723-263/how-to-run-the-password-reset- utility-in-os-x-10.7-lion/

Then Reset your Keychain...

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1544
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by JeffBanks,

JeffBanks Sep 10, 2013 5:35 AM in response to BDAqua
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Sep 10, 2013 5:35 AM in response to BDAqua

Thank you!
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BDAqua Sep 10, 2013 11:31 AM in response to JeffBanks
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Sep 10, 2013 11:31 AM in response to JeffBanks

You're welcome, good luck!
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