Accessing a Mac without password

[Robert Seltman]

I logged out of my computer (an extra used by the family) in order to give it to a friend, but now I can't remember the name and password. How can I set it up for my friend to use... at this time I can't get beyond the login stage.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

[yiwai]

Usually, boot from installer DVD and reset password.

Or, (I've never done this...)
http://www.macyourself.com/2009/08/03/how-to-reset-your-mac-os-x-password-without-an-installer-disc/

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[Robert Seltman]

I have printed out the web instructions and tomorrow I will give it a try. I will let you know if I can Login. Thank you very much!

[Robert Seltman]

Magically, restarting while holding down Command +S brought me back to the desktop. Now I hope the friend, who I am giving the Mac to, will remember to shut down without Logging out. Thank you for the link!!

[yiwai]

Glad it worked. Thanks for the feedback.