My Pro has had RAM upgrade. Will not login.
My Pro has had RAM upgrade. Brand new compatible module. Boots fine but will not login.
The password is typed in correctly (per account).
A light grey screen & mouse cursor appears then we are cycled back to the login page. If we deliberately try an incorrect password we get the 'shimmy & shake' of an incorrect password.
The H/W test passed.
What do you suggest?
Many thanks!
Andy.
I don't own a MBP but that sounds bizarre. Did it shut down as soon as she plugged it in?
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Question (?) Mark, Blinking Folder, or Gray Screen at Startup
These are related but not identical issues. Their causes are outlined in Intel-based Mac- Startup sequence and error codes, symbols. Solutions may be found in:
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a. Problem with the computer's PRAM - See Resetting your Mac's PRAM and NVRAM.
b. Boot drive's directory has been corrupted - Repair with Disk Utility.
c. Critical system files are damaged or deleted - Reinstall OS X.
d. The disk drive is physically non-functional - Replace the hard drive.
Note that the information I have provided is what Apple recommends, If other users suggest different solutions than found here, then be sure what they recommend does not impact on your warranty, if any, or ability to get continuing Apple service.
Please don't start removing drives or changing cables unless you know what you are doing and have exhausted other non-invasive alternatives outlined here. If you perform any work yourself that is unapproved by Apple, then you will void any warranty you may have and lose all further Apple Support.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1448
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