PowerBook 1400cs/166 Don't Know Logon Password, Please Help!

Hi everyone!

I recently purchased a MacBook 1400cs/166 from a tip shop, but when I boot it, it asks for a password. There's a hint box and address box, so I rang the previous owner up - but the number was disconnected.

My father owns the same old MacBook (but it's just a 1400cs) and his doesn't have a password. I've put in an OS9 install CD and held down 'C', and it doesn't work. I've been able to boot it off my fathers 'Disk Tools' floppy, but there's only 'Disk First Aid' and another useless thing.

How do I go about getting past this password? I don't mind having to format the disk, as I don't know what's on it.

The OS9 CD I've got is 9.1, is it possible to install that on it?

Thanks, awaiting your replies!

Some more information. My fathers laptop actually does have a password protection option.

Any replies are welcome!

Nope, don't have a SCSI cable. I could try reinstalling everything over the top, from downloading the free 19 7.5.3 disks off the net.

I have got into contact with the real estate agent selling the house that the laptops owner used to live in, and she'll give me a ring back if she finds out the cats name.

I'll report back in a few days time to tell you how it goes!

Thanks for your help.

Hi everyone, got the password - it was Tigger.

It all works, got OS 8.6 on it.

Does anyone know how to link it up to my PC and transfer a few files over?

Thanks for your reply. I've found a few floppies that I can work with for now, so you can hold on to your card for now. Thanks for the offer though!