My iMac will go to the start up page but I can't type my password
I was wondering if anyone could tell me how to fix the problem where I get to the start up page but I can't type in my password
Are you using a Bluetooth keyboard? if so make sure its connected, also try restarting your computer in safe mode (hold down the shift key when restarting) then try to log in.
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Hello:
I reread your post. OS X 10.8 and iOS are different. What are you trying to pair the KB with? I also did not ask if the keyboards are Apple devices......
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Can you hear the fans and hard drive and see the white boot screen? Flashing question mark? The circle just runs and nothing happens? Only black screen and nothing else? These can be very helpful to diagnose the source of the problem. [1]
Flashing question mark [2]: This is usually a sign of a failed hard drive. This indicates that boot up volume can not be found.
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What to do
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2. PRAM reset [5]. Hold down option, command, P and R while booting. Start it when you hear the sound and don't let go before it reboots.
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