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I've set that password long ago and now forgot on how to remove it.
Should I go to Apple store for this?
MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2014), OS X Yosemite (10.10)
No password is required to boot from the Recovery HD.
Describe what exactly do you see when you are trying to start your Mac to Recovery Mode.
If you have set a firmware password on your Mac and you do not remeber it, then a trip to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider will be necessary...
What is a firmware password and how do I set one up? - Apple Support
You set a firmware password. You can't remove it yourself if you've forgotten the password. Make a "Genius" appointment at an Apple Store. You may be asked for proof of ownership.
It's possible you set a firmware password, see if the password dialog is similar to the one on this site…
http://osxdaily.com/2014/01/06/set-firmware-password-mac/
Those passwords prevent ALL startup key combinations. Confirm it also happens when you boot holding T (target disk mode - How to use and troubleshoot FireWire target disk mode - Apple Support) If that goes to the password dialog you have a firmware password set.
Apple suggest you take it to an Apple store to get it reset, you can't remove the battery or remove RAM to reset this, so only Apple should reset it.
Yep you are right. I forgot what it was called... just got reminded now, firmware password it is. Well, will apple format my computer to reset that password? Coz I have loads of apps which if formated, i will have to re-download all those apps. And also do I have to pay while doing so? Coz in that case, I'll need to take my dad along...
How to remove password for the recovery mode wizard which you get by pressing command r while booting mac with mac os 10.10?
