Cant use computer, cant log in, cant do anything..
I did a reinstall of Jag. , I choose to archive my stuff.
After install goes to log in scene, i used my user and p.w but says wrong p.w ..
Well I can't reset it because its to start up my computer.
I cant do any thing just goes to menu. Some one help me I'm not good with computers and where I live I think I am the only mac owner for 50 miles.
Im about to shoot my computer up and get a Pc.
I tired this control C or control S and reset and dose nothing..
Projectaspec, welcome, here are the instructions from the Finder under...
To reset the administrator password using the Mac OS X CD:
1. Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 CD and restart the computer.
2. When you hear the startup tone, hold down the C key (not control C) until you see the spinning gear.
3. When the Installer appears, choose Installer > Reset Password.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the password.
4. Quit the Installer and restart your computer while holding down the mouse button to eject the CD.
Once you are in go back to the Finder, select Help from the main menu and type in "Changing your administrators password" then follow the instructions below the above text.
Joe
Power Mac G4 Gigabit Ethernet Mac OS X (10.3.9)
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