Mac mini gmail imap server rejects my password.

i keep getting the message gmail imap server rejects my password on my mac mini evan though it worked before.
i started out with apple on an i-pad2 and the g-mail account is the same one from then,any ideas on what to do?
if i reset my mac mini back to factory settings what will i lose,as it had already a few apps that came as standard such as garage band?
thanks for any info and help.
Linds

Hello Linds,
No need to redo everything.
Is your gMail POP or IMAP?
It's likely just a Port# or authentication method not really the Password.
Directions for both...
http://email.about.com/od/macosxmailtips/qt/et_gmailosxmail.htm

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