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How to reset the password on a Mac.
Introduction
If you forgot the password to your Mac or you need to create a new administrator account but you do not know the password of any administrator user account on the computer, or you just want to see the Setup Assistant again, this guide will show you how to trick your Mac into thinking it has never been set up before without wiping any of your data.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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