My granson was given a Imac g4 without OS disc and a lost user password, can I reset it from scratch?
My grandson was given an Imac g4 without OS disc and a lost user password, can I reset it from scratch?
Dcok44 wrote:
My grandson was given an Imac g4 without OS disc and a lost user password, can I reset it from scratch?
Nope!
You can get replacement System Install & Restore CD/DVDs from Apple's Customer Support - in the US, (800) 767-2775 - for a nominal S&H fee. You'll need to have the model and/or serial number of your Mac available.
If you're not in the US, you may need to go through the regional Apple Store that serves your location to find the contact number. Here's a list of links to all of those - http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/intlstoreroutingpage.html Another resource: International Support Phone #s.
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