I have a MacBook Pro 2008. Unfortunately I forgot my username and password in my Mac, so I can't create or delete any files. Is it possibe to do something with it, or I have to reload the new OS?
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Forgot username and password on MacBook Pro
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Unless you happen to have FileVault enabled, resetting the password is quite straightforward: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1274
Don't forget to reset the keychain afterwards
Don't forget to reset the keychain afterwards
The OP still needs the discs to reset, and any search online will probably reveal alternate methods...
Jethryn Freyman
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Just be careful with this method, someone i know screwed there mac up + the keychain from doing this method.
Jethryn Freyman
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You need to make sure you create the new account with a different user name to your old account.