How do I unlock my new MacBook Air after multiple failed password attempts?

Put in password and changed it but it still will not accept it . Am now locked out

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Posted on Mar 26, 2025 1:54 PM

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Posted on Mar 26, 2025 2:02 PM

See information in If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

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Mar 26, 2025 2:02 PM in response to Sn4491ck67

See information in If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

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