Unable to log in to used MacBook Pro

I am unable to log into my used MacBook pro that has just been delivered to me


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MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Aug 1, 2025 08:22 AM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2025 08:26 AM

olusolaapplesupport wrote:

I am unable to log into my used MacBook pro that has just been delivered to me

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The previous owner had to this before sending the computer to you: What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support If this has not been done, return the computer as it is of no value to you.



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Aug 1, 2025 08:26 AM in response to merredark72

olusolaapplesupport wrote:

I am unable to log into my used MacBook pro that has just been delivered to me

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Original Title: Used MacBook login

The previous owner had to this before sending the computer to you: What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support If this has not been done, return the computer as it is of no value to you.



Aug 1, 2025 08:28 AM in response to merredark72

A ready-for-use Mac should present you with either the "Hello" screen that cycles through languages or a Select Your Region dialog box. If you see something other than that, it is possible (likely, in fact) that you've bought a lovely paperweight because Activation Lock was not disabled or the computer is enrolled in an MDM system (basically meaning the Mac was obtained through illicit means before being sold to you).

Aug 1, 2025 10:43 AM in response to merredark72

merredark72 wrote:

I am unable to log into my

used MacBook pro that has just been delivered to me

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Return if for one that you can set up and log into.


you have a limited 14 days for an exchange or refund for any reason—see Returns & Refunds Order status

Returns & Refunds - Shopping Help - Apple


Only items that have been purchased directly from Apple, either online or at an Apple Retail Store



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