My iMac will not recognize my admin password. I know I am typing it in correctly. What can I do without losing any data saved on it?
I am using iMac OS X version 10.6.8
iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
Resetting or changing a password:
For Snow Leopard or earlier: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1274
If it's running Mac OS X 10.6.8 or earlier, insert a Mac OS X install DVD, restart with the Option key held down, click on it, and use the Reset Password utility.
Apple’s recommendations on password security: