johnny1093
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Q: Imac G5 resetting admin password without CD
Hi, recently just fixed our old Imac G5 PCC 2.0 ghz that had been sitting around for a few years.. while i logged on i couldn't remember any of the passwords for the accounts, is there any way to reset them? my optical drive is busted so i can't install anything from CD :/
thanks in advance
Johnny
iMac, Mac OS X (10.4.11)
by a brody,Solvedanswer
a brody
Level 9
(66,899 points)
Classic Mac OS
You can get a Firewire external DVD drive from http://www.macsales.com/ That will enable you to use the CD.
You can use the Terminal to change the password, but I would make sure your Mac is not hooked up to any internet connection before doing so:
