System Preferences is asking for user password three times (?)

System Preferences>Startup Disk requires the user password to unlock the pane (per my security settings), I select my startup choice (my main HD), then upon re-locking the pane I am asked for the password two more times.
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Then, don't relock the lock, just restart.

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Hi SheilaStuhr,
The troubleshooting steps detailed below can help get you connected to your iPhone's personal hostpot.
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See if your iOS device, computer, and wireless plan all meet the system requirements for Personal Hotspot.
Make sure Personal Hotspot is on: Tap Settings > Cellular > Personal Hotspot.
Check the Internet connection on your iOS device: Tap Safari and load a new webpage.
If one connection type doesn't work, try another. For example, instead of connecting using Wi-Fi, use USB or Bluetooth.
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Install the latest version of iOS.
Reset your network settings: Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
If you still see the issue, restore the iPhone.
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If you encounter an issue using Personal Hotspot with other Wi-Fi devices, try these steps:
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On looking at the secure.log on the iMac with OSX10.6.8, I see these entries at each attempt to scp into the iMac:
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Dec 29 11:06:27 molika com.apple.SecurityServer[26]: Session 0x236a14 dead
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I've tried several remedies described here in support discussions including:
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2. run keychain first aid.
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[Solved] System asks for encryption password multiple times

Hey guys,
I have following problem:
I am using dmcrypt for encryption of my hard drive but it seems like I have made a mistake when I installed it. But for the most time I ignored it.
When I start my system it ask for the encryption password normally. The strange thing is that it also asks for the Password when services start.
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Edit:
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Last edited by Erhan (2014-12-17 12:45:53)

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