Should an Apple Authorized Service Provider ask for my personal login password?

I sent my Macbook Pro to an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) because the computer wasn't turning on. While I was giving my information they asked for my login password in order to be able to install some diagnostic software. I didn't want to gave my personal password because with that you can get passwords that are stored in Keychain.
They say that they needed so I ended up trusting them, but does Apple allow AASP to ask for personal passwords?

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I bought iPad 3 on dated August 19, 2012
It has a problem when using, happending 3 times already.
1st problem - while using this ipad 3, it suddenltly shut down and show apple logo. after reopen, found all application loaded have gone.
2nd problem - the same issued, but can't re-open or reboot. I have go to your dirty authorized service provider on dated October 15th, 2012. after 4 days passed, they said will call me for updated but no any response. I need to call your service provider myself asking the status. They said have already been reboot with Itune and can't found any problem. I can take it back and said that They have try my device with using out of battery. I need to charge after get it back myself. THIS IS APPLE AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER.
This is Macintosh Center Co.,Ltd. APPLE AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER
149/4 Modern Home Tower, Nonsee Road, Bangkok10120
Staff name : Tan
I have called to Apple Suppor Call Center (as understand located in Singapore) report and advise our iPad problem and poor service.
#001 800 441 2904 Mr. Charlie and Mr. Thawatchai 2 staffs have received my comment/complaint and full understand of this story and situation.
Yesterday Noverber 12th, 2010 - the 3rd problem happend again - it more worse. the screen show photo the USB line need to connect to iTunes.
I have no choice need to go back to that poor APPLE AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER again as they have my story record. Same thing, they said need to check and reboot.
IN 3 MONTHS HAVE TO REPAIR AT SERVICE PROVIDER.
REBOOT IF PROBLEM CAN GO BACK TO THEM --- PROBLEM --- REBOOT ---- AGAIN AND AGAIN.
THIS IS 28,000- BAHT UP DEVICE BRAND APPLE.
MOST IMPORTANT : YOUR IMPORTANT PHOTOS, VIDEO, MESSAGE, RECORD WILL BE GONE.
THEY SAID WE NEED TO BACK UP FREQUENTLY WHEN USE ALL APPLE DEVICES NO MATTER ; iPhone or iPad.
I have iPhone 1st Gen, iPhone 4th Gen, iPad 1, iPad 2, iPad 3 and new iPod 5 for my family.
Now I thought that Samsung is my new choice and as per from my friend suggestion. It a lot of best service from there.
If anyone have the same case as me...Please raise it up...

Phatara, this is a iPad user forum. There's no one here from Apple.
You need to contact Apple:
http://www.apple.com/contact/

If I buy a Mac and iPad online, will I still be able to claim warranty at an Apple Authorized Service Provider?

If I buy a Mac and iPad online, will I still be able to claim warranty at an Apple Authorized Service Provider?
I am going to buy a Macbook Pro w/ Retina Display and iPad from www.topbuy.com.au . It's a legit website, but they say the items have topbuy warranties, not apple ones. They say I have to send off my faulty device to them, and they will fix it, but I don't want to do that. I just want to walk into an Apple store, tell them the problem and have a happy ending, like what's supposed to happen. Will I be able to do this?
Thanks

Apple warranty is good at any Apple service provider, AASP or store.
But you seem to be reaching far to defend that "it's a legit website", especially when they seem to be directing you from seeking certified Apple service.
As the saying goes: If it looks like a duck, and it sound like a duck, it's quackers to bypass an Apple store or Apple online to save a few $$. Well, something like that.

How do I stop iTunes asking for another persons login id?

How do I stop iTunes asking for another persons login id?

I had that problem one time. Turned out to be purchased music from another ID.
Take a look at this:
http://macs.about.com/od/appleconsumersoftware/qt/Problem-Authorizing-Itunes-To- Play-Purchased-Music.htm
Tom

Apple Authorized Service Provider Messed Up

I just got my iMac back from some warranty work. While it was in the shop I had them install a new HDD. The fan now runs constantly, the case isn't closed so it opens on the left, and it was there for over a week. Now the HDD fan runs constantly at high RPMs. Should I call AppleCare?

Absolutely. But, before you do…
Have you discussed the issue with the service manager at your AASP location? Most are very responsive to questions and complaints about service issues. Apple is seriously interested in 'service excellence' as they term it, and place a lot of pressure on dealers and service centers to insure that work is done rapidly and properly.

Thank you to Apple Authorized Service Provider!

Mar 23, 2006 8:29 PM
- capturing video from a DV cam
Powerbook G4 crashed while using iMovie
- Logical reason –No clue!
- Symptoms- No display, kbd not active, cd/dvd drive not working- nothing works and hence not able to do any kind of troubleshooting
- Packed up for repairs
Mar 25, 2006 9.20 A.M
- Sent the PB to AASP in South Africa from Zambia
- Diagnosed and got repaired within one day
- Logic board replaced!
Suggested logical cause – component failure
Why – Do not know!
Mar 27, 2006 4..00 P.M
- PowerBook back in my hand and working fine
- Full warranty covered
My personal comment; GREAT AASP SERVICE
A big Thank you goes to Craig and Matthew at
Johannesburg-AASP
Thank you also to Tuttle, a Brody & all other cool Mac users on this cool apple forum.
Keep up the good work.
Subi
G4 PowerBook Mac OS X (10.4.2) 17-inch, 1.67 GHz

Wow, Subi! That's as good as service gets. Glad it worked out so well for you!

Reporting Authorized Service Provider

Does anyone knows if there´s a place were I can report a bad Authorized Service Provider?
Apple´s official service it's supposed to be the best, but this happened to me yesterday:
I bought a new iMac Intel, 20". After a couple of months of use, the finder began to react a little slow, so I restarted from my CD.
The CD doesn´t works. My mac can´t boot from CD, so I went to the Apple Authorized Service Provider where I initially bought the computer.
The initial diagnostic was that someone swichted the CD, so I have a different one, but no the appropiate for this iMac. Anyway, they told me the computer must be in observation for a couple of days to check the internal CD unit. Then they gave me a receipt.
To my amusement, the receipt said it was a "G5 iMac" model, with scratches on it's surface and it's original install CD's. Then I protested for two reasons: the computer it's supposed to be brand new, no scratches at all were visible anywere. The second one it was 'cause it was an Intel mac, not a G5. But they insisted the computer's processor's was really a G5. This discussion lasted for about ten minutes. The final settlement it was that the computer will be registered as an "early 2006 model", with no mention at all of the type of processors or memory, but they insisted that the receipt should contain "tiny scratches" anyway, or won't be repaired.
When I protested, they told me they don't have any obligation to repair a computer without serial number. I didn't know anything about this, but they told me all iMacs have a little plaque at the bottom of it's base with their serial number. Mine didn't have any, and no signs of damage of scratches in this place, just a little squared empty space. They told me this serial number should match the one registered in the original invoice, the one I received when the original purchase was done.
And guess what? No serial number was in the invoice too!!!! When I proved to them that they sell me the computer with no serial number at all, I told 'em I will call consumer;s protection bureau and Apple, and then the discussion inmediately ended. They take the computer to service, with just one minor detail: initially they give me the receipt to accept the service in which they described what I gave to them, with no mention of any peripherals at all. After a couple of words, they included the original cables, keyboard and mouse in the list.
Just one last thing: The phones which appear printed in the original invoice does not exists. Their real phone number it's quite different.
In resumen: If the computer is new, can the Install CD's be switched? It's true that G5 it's the same as Intel core duo? Can an Authorized Apple Provider sell a computer without serial number?
So, if this is what you can expect from an Authorized Service Provider, can you imagine what can you expect from anyone else?
This post was deleted with no further explanations from this forums, so I inmediately spread it across the net. The mail version contains all information, adress and phone number of the Authorized Service Provider, pictures, and all appropiate information to identify him. It's now on a blog and copies were sent to news services.
Thanks in advance!

Hi Victor,
No, an Intel Core Duo iMac is not the same as an iMac G5. However, the iMac G5 (Early 2006) and the Intel iMac are virtually identical to eachother. The way to tell them apart is to look at the bottom of the foot or to turn the computer on, click on the Apple logo and choose "About this Mac". Also, the original disks that came with these units are very different and wouldn't work with eachother.
I would recommend that you call Apple directly at 1-800-APL-CARE (1-800-275-2273) to let them know about your experience and also to request new disks if you qualify. They should be able to answer most of your questions.
I hope this helps ya,
Derek C.

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What does the Apple Authorized Service Provider say?
To contact Apple see:
http://www.apple.com/contact/
You will have the change the country by clcking one the American flag in the lower right if not in USA.

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In the Summary pane, click Check for Update.
Click Download and Update.
If you don't have enough free space to update using iTunes, you'll need to delete content manually from your device.
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Please advice whether I have to contact my operator or Apple Authorized Service Center. And any cost or free?

bsaelao wrote:
My iphone 5 is eligible for battery replacement program
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Please advice whether I have to contact my operator or Apple Authorized Service Center. And any cost or free?
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It sounds like a phishing email. You can't "cancel" purchases. You've now given them your AppleID and password, so you should immediately change your password to something new and very secure.
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