Change the Password and Restore HELP?

[brendan2452]

hi i just bought a macbook off ebay and it currently has an account on it but i don't know the password also i would like the get rid of the account, and restore the mac to factory settings and make my own account.

i have the install snow leopard disc could someone give me instructions?

thanks

brendan

 

[sujay]

hi i just bought a macbook off ebay and it currently has an account on it but i don't know the password also i would like the get rid of the account, and restore the mac to factory settings and make my own account.

i have the install snow leopard disc could someone give me instructions?

thanks

brendan

Hi Brendan,
Follow the instructions below.. It may help..

To reset the administrator password using the Mac OS X disc:

Insert the Mac OS X Install disc and restart the computer.

When you hear the startup tone, hold down the C key until you see the spinning gear.

When the Installer appears, choose Utilities > Reset Password.

Follow the onscreen instructions to change the password.

Quit the Installer and restart your computer while holding down the mouse button to eject the disc.

Be sure to change your login password in Keychain Access to match your new password.